Toyoda Gosei Develops Glass Run with New Structure for Improved Automobile Design Characteristics and Quietness

KIYOSU, Japan–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd. has developed glass runs with a new structure
that will contribute to both achieving a more stylish appearance and
quieter vehicle cabins. This product is used on the new Lexus LS.

Glass runs are plastic* sealing products fitted to automobile window
frames. They prevent noise, rain and wind from entering the vehicle
cabin by plugging the gap between the glass and window frame. They also
help windows to open and close smoothly.

Conventional glass runs have a square U shape that holds the edge of the
window glass and forms a seal, creating a surface offset between the
glass surface and center pillar. The design of the new product has been
modified to change the cross-sectional shape and eliminate that offset.
This gives a seamless, unified look to the front and back side window
glass, contributing to a stylish exterior befitting a premium sedan. At
the same time, it reduces the wind noise generated by the surface offset
for a quieter vehicle interior cabin.

This new glass run has won the CE Special Award from Toyota Motor
Corporation.

Toyoda Gosei sees increasing needs for sound insulating performance with
the advance of electric vehicles, and will continue to develop new
products for comfortable vehicle cabin spaces.

*Made of thermoplastic olefin (TPO), which has elastic body properties
similar to rubber at normal temperatures and can be molded.

About Toyoda Gosei

Established in 1949 and headquartered in Kiyosu, Aichi Prefecture,
Japan, Toyoda Gosei is a leading specialty manufacturer of rubber and
plastic automotive parts and LEDs. Today, the Toyoda Gosei Group
provides a variety of high-quality products internationally, with a
network of approximately 100 plants and offices in 18 countries and
regions. Through its flexible, integrated global supply system and
leading-edge technologies for automotive safety, comfort, and
environmental preservation, Toyoda Gosei is a global supplier that
aims to deliver the highest levels of quality, innovation, and
satisfaction to customers worldwide.

Contacts

Toyoda Gosei Co., Ltd.
Takatomo Abe
[email protected]