Central Automotive Products Ltd. (VD7)

Central Automotive Products Ltd. is a Japanese company specializing in the development, manufacturing, sale, import, and export of automotive parts, supplies, and accessories. Established in 1946 and headquartered in Osaka, it operates primarily in the auto parts industry within the consumer cyclical sector, employing around 325 to 339 people. Its extensive product line encompasses timing parts, piston rings, cylinder liners, engine bearings, transmission components, suspension and steering parts, shock absorbers, brake systems, clutches, cooling and air conditioning parts, filters, cables, and engine oil. The company focuses on aftermarket solutions, leveraging global networks in over 60 countries through 10 overseas bases to meet diverse customer needs in repair shops, wholesalers, and retailers. Beyond parts, it engages in chemical products like automotive coatings, the SOCIAC alcohol detector for traffic safety adopted by over 50,000 organizations, new and used car sales, and warehousing services. Central Automotive Products Ltd. emphasizes rapid R&D to deliver innovative solutions enhancing comfort, convenience, and safety in the mobility society.