ENGLISH
|
JAPANESE
|
CONNECT WITH US:
Home
About
Contact
Log in
*
Home
Press release
Jun 22, 2023 13:17 JST
Source:
mazda
MAZDA MX-30 e-SKYACTIV R-EV Mass Production Launched
HIROSHIMA, Japan, Jun 22, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Mazda Motor Corporation announced that, on June 22, the company started mass production of the European model of the MAZDA MX-30 e-SKYACTIV R-EV at Ujina Plant No. 1 in Hiroshima City. This is Mazda's first mass-production rotary engine vehicle in 11 years since the Mazda RX-8 was discontinued in June 2012. Mazda has cumulatively produced over 1.99 million rotary engine vehicles.
The MX-30 e-SKYACTIVE R-EV is a unique plug-in hybrid model. It has an 85 km battery electric driving range(1) sufficient for a wide range of everyday driving needs with the rotary engine generating additional power to extend the driving distance. On top of this, the entire driving range is motor-powered.
Introduced in 2020, the MX-30 is Mazda's first mass-production battery electric vehicle, adding both a mild hybrid model and new plug-in hybrid model to Mazda's product lineup. The MX-30 embodies Mazda's multi-solution approach to achieving carbon neutrality. Environmentally-conscious materials were intentionally adopted in the design process, applying cork and fabrics made from recycled materials in ways that bring out their natural appeal and create a comfortable interior. Mazda keeps striving to reduce our environmental footprint throughout the production process.
Mazda will continue to take steady steps toward the greater challenge of making our entire supply chain carbon neutral by 2050 in our endeavor to help create a future where we can coexist with our beautiful planet in harmony.
Initiatives for reducing Mazda's environmental impact in the MX-30 production process
1) Multi-tone painting -- Energy-saving initiatives
Along the dedicated paint line applying multi-tone paint(2), a distinctive feature of the MX-30 design, Mazda has introduced a spray gun that precisely sprays those areas where colors need to be applied separately. This painting technology reduces paint loss with precise millimeter-by-millimeter control of the distance between the spray paint gun nozzle and the body surface. Additionally, for the drying process, we have adopted newly developed paints that harden at a low temperature of approximately 80degC instead of having to be heated to 140decC to dry. This series of steps has significantly reduced energy use compared to the multi-tone paint painting process on an ordinary line, and successfully reduced CO2 emissions by approximately 34%~37% using an annual conversion.
At Mazda's production sites around the world, we have advanced efforts to reduce CO2 emissions and volatile organic compounds, both of which involve trade-offs, with introduction of the Three-Layer Wet Paint System in 2002 and Aqua-Tech Paint System in 2009 for the painting process, a production component that has a particularly high environmental impact. Furthermore, the MX-30 multi-tone paint line applies Aqua-Tech Paint System technology to reduce impact on the environment, and achieves a high-quality paint finish accentuating the strength and beauty of KODO: Soul of Motion design form.
2) Solar power system - Renewable energy adoption initiatives
The solar power system at Mazda's Hiroshima Plant, which went operational in July 2021, outputs 1.1 MW. The power generated charges MX-30 EV models, which are produced at the plant, the newly-mass produced e-SKYACTIV R-EV for shipment, and even supplies electricity used throughout the entire plant.
(1) Electric-only driving range: The European WLTP test cycle value when EV mode is selected as the drive mode. This value is based on specific test conditions and actual electric-only driving range will vary depending on actual driving conditions. Additionally, in situations such as if the driver needs to accelerate suddenly and purposefully depresses the accelerator pedal significantly beyond a certain point (equivalent to the kickdown switch function on a standard automatic transmission vehicle), the power generation system will activate and generate the energy for the required output.
(2) Two-tone and three-tone body color.
Source: mazda
Sectors: Automotive, EVs, Transportation
Copyright ©2024 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. A division of Japan Corporate News Network.
Latest Release
DOCOMO and NTT Com Jointly Demonstrate Practicality of DOCOMO's New Multi-platform Cloud-rendering Technology
Jul 26, 2024 17:05 JST
TANAKA Precious Metals Provided Award Items and Ceremony Souvenirs for the International Friendly Matches of the Japan Men's National Blind Football Team at the "DAICEL Blind Football Japan Cup 2024 in Osaka" on July 7
Jul 26, 2024 03:00 JST
Eisai and EcoNaviSta Enter into Business Alliance Agreement Aimed at Building a Dementia Ecosystem and Commence Collaboration
Jul 25, 2024 10:30 JST
Hitachi Awarded Largest Contract in Singapore to Supply 450 Lifts at HDB Blocks
Jul 24, 2024 16:27 JST
Hitachi to Announce Capital Reorganization of Air Conditioning Joint Venture
Jul 24, 2024 15:02 JST
Eisai to Present Dual-Acting Lecanemab Three-Year Efficacy and Safety Data and Discuss Long-Term Outcomes of Continued Treatment at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2024
Jul 23, 2024 20:23 JST
Toyota Material Handling Japan and Fujitsu launch Japan's first service for evaluating forklift safety in the cloud using AI
Jul 23, 2024 11:26 JST
AEON and CJPT working to resolve logistics industry issues and achieve carbon neutrality at AEON Fukuoka XD
Jul 22, 2024 13:52 JST
Rovanpera and Ogier score another TOYOTA GAZOO Racing one-two
Jul 22, 2024 12:30 JST
Team HRC with Japan Post Wins 45th Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Road Race
Jul 22, 2024 11:33 JST
Honda to Hold its Official e-Motorsports Event, "Honda Racing eMS 2024"
Jul 19, 2024 20:04 JST
MHI America Acquires Three Utility-Scale Solar Power Projects in Pennsylvania, Advancing the Company's Energy Transition Strategy
Jul 19, 2024 19:04 JST
JCB and Worldline unveil a new whitepaper offering European merchants invaluable insights into facilitating seamless payments for international consumers
Jul 19, 2024 12:00 JST
Fujitsu Chosen to Help Solving Social Issues Caused by Fake News
Jul 19, 2024 11:30 JST
Champion REIT holds first 'ESG Week'
Jul 18, 2024 20:14 JST
Lexus LBX Adds a New High Performance Variant, the LBX "MORIZO RR"
Jul 18, 2024 17:25 JST
VitalLife and Bumrungrad International Hospital in Thailand Launch NEC's FonesVisuas Test: First Major Deployment Outside Japan, Revolutionizing Disease Risk Prediction
Jul 18, 2024 15:34 JST
Fujitsu publishes CHRO Roundtable Report 2024, summarizing the challenges and implications of the implementation of data-driven human capital management
Jul 18, 2024 10:44 JST
Fujitsu-sponsored professional golfer Ayaka Furue victorious in the Amundi Evian Championship
Jul 16, 2024 23:26 JST
Neste and Mitsubishi Corporation agree on strategic partnership to develop supply chains for renewable chemicals and plastics
Jul 16, 2024 18:36 JST
More Latest Release >>
Related Release
Mazda: Announcement by Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism Regarding Applications for Type Designation
7/1/2024 10:53:00 AM JST
Mazda Production and Sales Results for May 2024
6/27/2024 4:02:00 PM JST
Subaru, Toyota, and Mazda Commit to New Engine Development for the Electrification Era, Toward Carbon Neutrality
5/28/2024 12:45:00 PM JST
Mazda Production and Sales Results for March 2024 and for April 2023 through March 2024
4/25/2024 6:21:00 PM JST
First-ever Mazda CX-80 Crossover SUV Unveiled in Europe
4/19/2024 1:50:00 PM JST
Panasonic Energy and Mazda Enter Agreement Towards Supply of Cylindrical Automotive Lithium-ion Batteries
3/29/2024 5:42:00 PM JST
Mazda Production and Sales Results for February 2024
3/29/2024 10:00:00 AM JST
Mazda: Permanent Pride of Hiroshima Exhibition Opens April 27
3/19/2024 4:02:00 PM JST
'MMVO,' Mazda's Production Base in Mexico Marks its 10th Anniversary
2/26/2024 2:00:00 PM JST
MAZDA INNOVATION SPACE TOKYO Opens
2/16/2024 5:29:00 PM JST
More Press release >>