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Tommi Mäkinen reflects on his legendary career in rally racing, highlighting the Mitsubishi Lancer as his best car.

Mitsubishi's survival depends on its collaboration with Renault, showcased by the release of the new electric Eclipse Cross, which is essentially a rebadged Renault model.

Mitsubishi Electric announced a full response of 18,000 yen base salary increase during the 2026 Spring Offensive labor negotiations, marking the highest level since 2008.

Idemitsu Kosan has begun reducing ethylene production at its plants in Chiba and Yamaguchi due to supply fears stemming from the situation in the Hormuz Strait.

Mitsubishi, in collaboration with Foxconn, is developing an affordable electric vehicle expected to compete with models like the MG4 and Volkswagen ID.3.

Grupo Antelo showcased its line of vehicles at Expoagro 2026, including two exclusive new models and offering test drives on off-road tracks.

Mitsubishi Chemical has begun reducing ethylene production at its Mizushima plant in Okayama, Japan, citing difficult procurement of raw materials due to worsening conditions in the Middle East.

Mitsubishi UFJ Trust Bank aims to have over 70% of its employees willing to recommend their workplace to friends as part of a new medium-term management plan.

Mitsubishi UFJ Bank has announced the appointment of Mr. Masashi Onodera as the new deputy head for the Chubu region, continuing a lineage of leadership from Tokai Bank.

Mitsubishi Gas Chemical announced difficulties in sourcing methanol from its Saudi supplier due to heightened tensions in the Middle East, which have hindered shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Japanese Fair Trade Commission has approved the integration of Hino Motors and Mitsubishi Fuso, setting conditions to mitigate market concentration risks.

Mazda and Mitsubishi Motors announced they fully met the labor union's demands for wage increases and bonuses during this year's labor negotiations, seeking to retain talent despite pressure from US tariffs.

China has escalated trade tensions by adding 20 Japanese entities to its export control list, restricting their access to dual-use goods.

The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander refines its established formula with subtle adjustments targeting a wider audience while focusing on practicality and family needs.

Two cars, a Mitsubishi and a Volvo, collided on Sõle Street in North Tallinn, resulting in fluid leaking from the vehicles but no injuries reported.

Mitsubishi Motors plans to enhance its competitive stance in the hybrid and electric vehicle market with new models set to launch in 2026, as part of a strategic shift towards reducing reliance on traditional combustion engines.

Mitsubishi is officially returning to the Italian market under Bassadone Automotive, aiming to revitalize the brand with new strategies and an experienced leadership.

Mitsubishi appears to be preparing to revive the iconic Pajero SUV, aiming to compete with the Toyota Land Cruiser in the large SUV market.

Mitsubishi Motors announced a significant financial downturn, with operating profit down 69.8% to 31.6 billion yen and a final loss of 4.489 billion yen over nine months from April to December last year.

Mitsubishi Electric announced that 2,378 employees aged 53 and above applied for its voluntary retirement program, equating to one in four eligible employees, with a total of approximately 4,700 retirements anticipated across the group.

The story recounts how Yatarō Iwasaki, born into a samurai family, faced imprisonment that changed the course of his life and influenced the founding of Mitsubishi.

Mitsubishi has stirred excitement in the automotive community with a nostalgic ad hinting at the potential return of its iconic Pajero SUV, celebrated for its rally history.

Japan is gearing up to enter the global arms market while navigating around the pacifist constraints of its Constitution, with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries set to be among the first beneficiaries.