Attention is focused on “zoned architecture,” which collectively controls peripheral functions in units of physical parts such as the front of the body and the rear of the body.
The trend toward higher voltages, from 12V to 48V, is progressing along with this trend.

By using a 48V power supply, the current transmitted to each device can be reduced to 1/4, and the total weight of the wires can be reduced to 1/8 at maximum.
This has a significant effect on weight reduction and is expected to lead to benefits such as extending the cruising range of EVs and downsizing batteries.

The trend toward 48V and zoned systems is seen as something that is “coming” in the future based on current technological innovations.
In addition to providing the majority of the semiconductors that make up automotive systems, including microcontrollers, PMICs, sensors, and gate drivers, we are not just a semiconductor chip supplier, but also offer reference designs and software.

The ability to provide a one-stop solution that meets diverse requirements from a single company is also an advantage in the adoption of 48V power supplies.
We are also able to develop products that meet user needs for transformer converters, which are indispensable for the adoption of 48V power supplies and zoned architecture.