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Panasonic Automotive Systems has a variety of personnel systems and training programs in place to support the growth and self-directive career development of each and every employee. In addition, each department provides unique career support in line with their assigned business and expertise.

Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. reports environmental activity of all major manufacturing sites in FY2022.

This section introduces the activities of the Kusatsu Factory of the Energy Management Systems Business Unit, Automotive Systems Business Division, a manufacturing site where energy conservation activities are in full swing. Major production items include heaters that warm car seats and steering wheels, EV charging cables, and electric compressors, which are the focus of energy-saving activities.

Panasonic Automotive has begun to shift its business model from responding to requests from car manufacturers to proposing innovations directly to car manufacturers. This article introduces the team of marketing, technology, and design professionals spearheading this transition.

The sincere attitude of each individual to work hard with a focus on results while demonstrating their individuality and strengths will increase the number of friends! It is the same for both able-bodied people and people with disabilities. We continue to take on challenges with a strong spirit.

Against the backdrop of the development of CASE (Connected, Automated driving, Sharing, and Electrification), the burden of car development is increasing like never before. Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. has established a new software development process through co-creation with Mazda Motor Corporation. The technology is being used in the development of a drive recorder control function for the MAZDA CX-60 connectivity master unit for the domestic market, which went on sale in Japan this fall.

While automobiles are becoming increasingly popular and convenient with enhanced functions to support driving, there is no end to the number of traffic accidents. The installation rate of in-vehicle rear cameras is increasing, as evidenced by the standardization of in-vehicle rearview cameras in North America (FMVSS 111), and the refinement of standards in Japan for devices for means of rear visibility or detection (UN-R158) in vehicles.

This article introduces the story behind the development and promotion of Panasonic's car navigation system, Strada, which has been many firsts in the industry, such as its floating structure and use of OLED screens.

Introducing the Muroran MaaS project, built on a desire to make a difference in a local community with a variety of mobility-related issues.

We protect, monitor, and respond to vehicles from cyber-attacks with our top-level technological capabilities in Japan, the Americas, and Europe. We are making a difference for our global customers.

Products offered by Automotive Systems are used in every part of the automobile, from small parts such as in-vehicle cameras to key components such as mirrors.

Diverse perspectives that generate “awareness” are indispensable for creating new value. I will continue working with my colleagues from various backgrounds as a united team to meet the challenges of the yet unknown future.

I find pleasure in working in a work environment where the thoughts of individuals are respected and challenging yourself is encouraged, regardless of gender or other attributes. This gratitude is the driving force behind my efforts to create better products and a better organization.

Automotive Systems is dedicated to achieving virtually zero CO 2 emissions by FY 2022 through energy conservation initiatives being undertaken by all employees, and by adopting renewable energy and operating with electricity derived from 100% renewable energy sources.

Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. in Tsuruga is promoting the Panasonic Group company-wide project, Gemba (operational frontlines) Innovation, ahead of other manufacturing sites.

The HMI Systems Division (Tsuruga area) participated in the cleanup activities of the "Clean Up Fukui great strategy Kehi no Matsubara".

PCE’s “Hospitality System” provides comprehensive support for customers from the moment they arrive until they leave.

The combination switch is the key interface between the car and the driver. Therefore, we have intensively studied human beings.

We make efforts for daily energy saving activities, as well as promotes continual improvement toward more efficient energy use in the future.

CEO explains the background of the term "Heartmotive" and the thoughts behind it.

Premium vacation. This refers to an initiative to promote the taking of 3–5 consecutive days of annual leave. Our employees will explain the appeal of Premium vacation.