JTEKT

JTEKT Corporation is a Japanese manufacturer formed in 2006 through the merger of Koyo Seiko and Toyoda Machine Works. The company specializes in steering system components, drivetrain units, and rolling bearings. Production facilities supply parts to the assembly lines of most global automotive manufacturers. The brand's product range covers electric power steering systems and differentials. It is an independent technological partner not owned by other groups.

Country

Japan

Brand History

1. 1921: Foundation of Koyo Seiko, specializing in bearings. 2. 1941: Foundation of Toyoda Machine Works for machine tool production. 3. 2006: Official merger of the companies and creation of the JTEKT brand. 4. 2010: Start of global expansion for electric power steering (EPS) systems.

Key OEM Customers

Toyota, Lexus, Mazda, Honda, Nissan, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Volkswagen, BMW, Ford, Stellantis.

Type

Manufacturer/OEM Supplier

Ecology

JTEKT implements technologies for component weight reduction and friction reduction in bearings to improve vehicle energy efficiency. The company is actively developing the JTEKT Group Environmental Vision 2050 concept to minimize its carbon footprint.

Brand Authentication

Marking on bearings is applied via laser engraving, ensuring symbol permanence. Each item features an individual code corresponding to the internal batch tracking system. A design feature is the use of specialized low-friction sealing rings.

Certificates

ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001