Since 1949, DENSO Spirit—built on Credibility, Collaboration, and Foresight—has guided our journey, shaping trusted innovations that benefit society and the automotive industry.
These values remain unchanged, anchoring our past and inspiring our future.
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History Built on
Automotive Innovation
1950s
Developed an all-electric car able to drive 122 miles on a single charge to help mitigate global gas shortages.
1961
Honored with the prestigious Deming Prize, signifying the importance of quality, fostered through shared challenges and efforts.
1968 / 1980's
The Integrated Circuits Research Center was established in 1968, anticipating the shift to electric vehicles. In the 1980’s DENSO developed the first in vehicle semi-conductor. Today semi conductor sensors are in every vehicle.
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Creating Value Through
Partnerships & Advanced
Technologies
1967
DENSO's robotics division was established.
1970's / 2018
The first practical robot was implemented at DENSO headquarters in the 1970’s. In 2018, DENSO introduced Cobotta, its first collaborative robot.
2020
During COVID, DENSO supplied components to an OEM's respirator program and donated face shields, both of which supported first responders across multiple states.
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Solving Future Challenges
for 75+ years
1994
DENSO's robotics division was established.
2003-2020
Introduced world-first convenience and safety innovations—Passive Entry (2003), Smartphone Remote (2016), and Phone-as-a-Key (2020).
2021
Established DENSO’s two Great Causes: Green & Peace of Mind
Green: Achieving carbon neutrality by 2035
Peace of Mind: Contributing to safe and seamless mobility to achieve zero traffic fatalities.
