Donald Trump Slams Japan For Low U.S. Car Imports | WION World Business Watch
Despite America’s push to boost auto exports, US car makers remain niche players in Japan. In 2024, General Motors sold 587 Chevrolets and 449 Cadillacs, while Ford exited the market nearly a decade ago. In contrast, Japan’s Toyota sold over 2.3 million vehicles in the US alone, underscoring the trade imbalance. Meanwhile, European brands thrive. Mercedes-Benz and BMW sold over 105,000 vehicles combined in Japan last year. American models, often seen as too large and less efficient, are hindered by narrow roads, limited servicing options, and a mismatch in driving configurations. President Donald Trump has long criticized Japan’s auto market, accusing it of using non-tariff barriers to block US cars. In April, he renewed those claims, referencing a so-called bowling ball test, a myth reportedly based on Japan’s pedestrian safety requirements. Now, Japanese officials clarify that no such test exists. Instead, regulators require hoods to absorb impact using a simulated human head model. While some adjustments to import screening have been proposed, Trump’s 25% tariff on foreign vehicle remains a major point of contention in US Japan trade talks. Now, cultural and practical preferences also share Japan’s automotive choices. Japanese consumers value reliability, fuel efficiency, and compact size. Areas where domestic and European brands outperform US competitors. Most American cars are not designed with Japan’s left-hand traffic or dense urban infrastructure in mind. However, these are signs of adaptation. General Motors recently launched a right-hand drive version of its eighth generation Corvette for Japan, signaling a strategic shift. Still, without broader product adjustment and market engagement, American brands are likely to remain a rare sight on Japanese roads.
Despite America’s push to boost auto exports, U.S. Carmakers remain niche players in Japan.
In 2024, general motors sold 587 Chevrolets and 449 Cadillacs, while ford exited the market nearly a decade ago.
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They have their own cars why he is crying 😂😂😂