IWATA, June 16, 2014– Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (Tokyo:7272) produced its 3 millionth automotive engine. To mark this milestone, a ceremony was held at its Iwata Main Factory, where these engines are assembled. The ceremony was attended by Takaaki Kimura, the Senior Managing Executive Officer and Representative Director of the Company, as well as around 200 representatives from the Automotive Business Unit* and the Manufacturing Center.
The company's automobile engine business began in 1964 with joint development and production alongside Toyota Motor Corporation on their Toyota 2000GT (released 1967). Currently, Yamaha Motor focuses on developing and producing automobile engines for various car manufacturers. In addition to Toyota Motor, to date the company has also supplied engines to Ford and Volvo.
Yamaha Motor's strengths lie in its motorcycle technology, which allows the ability to produce high-revving, lightweight, and compact engines. In recent years, Yamaha Motor was in joint development and production of the V10 Engine for the Lexus supercar LFA; and it currently supplies the 2.5-liter V6 engine for Lexus IS/GS, Toyota Crown, and Toyota Mark X.
Prior to the current milestone of producing 3 million automotive engines, Yamaha Motor produced its 1 millionth engine in 1989, and its 2 millionth in 2005.
*The Automotive Business Unit carries out development and manufacturing of automobile engines as well as suspension systems and products that utilizes relevant technologies.
FAQs
Yamaha did make a car once. It was called the ami, it was tiny and very… different! It was a massive sales flop and yamaha realised they could earn more developing parts for major car companies that sell millions than producing their own cars that sell in the tens.
What is the biggest production engine ever made? ›
The Wärtsilä-Sulzer RTA96-C turbocharged two-stroke diesel engine is the world's largest and most powerful production internal combustion engine. It has a maximum output of 84.42 MW (113,000 hp) of power and a displacement of 1,820 litres (110,195 cubic inches), making it larger than a V12 engine.
Does Yamaha build engines for Toyota? ›
Yamaha Motor's automotive business began with the co-development and production of the Toyota 2000GT supercar launched in 1967. Since then, the company has had a stellar record of achievements, supplying powerful, high-revving engines to Toyota Motor Corporation and other automakers.
Did Yamaha make a car engine? ›
Yamaha Motor's automobile engines feature high revolution speeds and high power, reflecting engine technologies the Company has acquired over the years through manufacturing motorcycles.
Why Honda is better than Yamaha? ›
While Yamaha still provides a digital instrument cluster, it is less advanced and customizable than Honda's. If you're looking for more advanced features, Honda offers more technology options, but at a greater price. Another disparity between Honda and Yamaha is availability in terms of dealership locations.
Who makes the most powerful engine in the world? ›
The most powerful internal combustion engine manufactured by humans is the Wartsila-Sulzer RTA96-C. It's a 14 cylinder, two-stroke diesel engine that produces 80 MW. It's used in large cargo ships and similar type vessels.
Who builds the most engines in the world? ›
Honda is the world's largest manufacturer of engines.
What is the most horsepower engine ever built? ›
At 13.5 meters tall, 26.59 meters long and weighing in at over 2300tons, the Finnish-made Wärtsilä-Sulzer RTA96-C is the largest internal-combustion engine ever produced and pumps out a whopping 80.1MW (107,390hp). This colossal creation is responsible for powering one of the biggest container ships ever made.
How much of Yamaha is owned by Toyota? ›
The company also holds a 20% stake in Subaru Corporation, a 5.1% stake in Mazda, a 4.9% stake in Suzuki, a 4.6% stake in Isuzu, a 3.8% stake in Yamaha Motor Corporation, and a 2.8% stake in Panasonic, as well as stakes in vehicle manufacturing joint-ventures in China (FAW Toyota and GAC Toyota), the Czech Republic ( ...
Did Toyota buy Yamaha? ›
Japan's largest automaker, the Toyota Motor Corporation, will buy a 5 percent stake in the Yamaha Motor Company, the world's second-largest motorcycle maker. Toyota and Yamaha Motor plan to work together to develop their motor sports businesses as well as to design and build automobile engines.
Is Yamaha Owned by Toyota? No, Yamaha is not owned by Toyota. However, Toyota is the second-largest stakeholder in the company, holding about 3.8% of the company's shares. Yamaha Corporation is the largest shareholder of Yamaha Motor Company and therefore, the rightful owners of the company.
How reliable are Yamaha engines? ›
Yamaha is renowned for its outboard motors' engineering excellence and reliability. Their outboards are known for being quiet, fuel-efficient, and environmentally friendly.
Are Volvo engines made by Yamaha? ›
The 4.4 L V8 Volvo engine was built by Yamaha in Japan under Volvo design and specifications.
Is Yamaha older than Honda? ›
Honda, which produces motorcycles since 1946. Suzuki, which produces motorcycles since 1952. Kawasaki, which produces motorcycles since 1954. Yamaha, which produces motorcycles since 1955.
Is Yamaha going to make cars? ›
Naoto Horie, a Yamaha Motor spokesman, told Autocar, "Cars do not feature in our long-term plans any more". He explained president Yoshihiro Hidaka had axed the development program as it couldn't make those vehicles "make it stand out from the competition, which is very strong".
What car did Toyota and Yamaha make? ›
Kando Creating Company. Yamaha Motor's automotive business began with the co-development and production of the Toyota 2000GT supercar launched in 1967.
What motors did Yamaha make for Toyota? ›
Yamaha and Toyota enjoyed a long collaboration that led to the development of many great engines, including the carmaker's first production V8 (aka Toyota Hemi) and its only production V10, but also a series of smaller inline-fours.
