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Highlights From JAMA USA

Chairman’s Comment on the U.S. Tariff Measures on Imported Automobiles and Parts

April 2, 2025 / JAMA USA / Positions

JAMA strongly urges the governments of both nations to engage in productive dialogue to forge a future-oriented positive path at the earliest opportunity, in order to maintain a business environment that continues to support the sustained development and success of both nations’ automotive industries.

JAMA in America: Annual Data Release Highlights Another High-Impact Year for Japanese-Brand Automakers in the U.S.

March 26, 2025 / Alex Willis / Media Center, Press Releases

Investments from Japanese-brand automakers have been integral to the success of the U.S. manufacturing sector, which supports millions of jobs across the country. The substantial cumulative investments of Japanese-brand automakers have also played a critical role in strengthening the foundation of the U.S.-Japan economic relationship.

Looking to the Future: A Continuing Legacy of Commitment

November 19, 2024 / JAMA USA / Media Center

Whether it be through the expansion of existing facilities, new investments, or further advancement of innovation through R&D investments, Japanese-brand automakers are steadfastly committed to continuing these efforts into the future.

JAMA Comments in Response to the Department of Commerce Connected Vehicle NPRM

October 29, 2024 / JAMA USA / Positions

The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) submited the following comments to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the Department of Commerce in response to the September 26, 2024, request for comments regarding the notice of proposed rulemaking entitled, “Securing the Information and Communications Technology and Services Supply Chain: Connected Vehicles.”

Driving Workforce Development In the U.S.

September 17, 2024 / Alex Willis / Media Center

Japanese-brand automakers have long recognized the enormous value of a highly skilled workforce that can adapt and grow in this constantly changing industry. As the need for talent has increased over the years, and the industry continues to face workforce availability challenges, Japanese-brand automakers are deepening their commitment to develop talent throughout the workforce pipeline.

Foundational to U.S.-Japan Relations: Good-Quality FDI

April 9, 2024 / JAMA USA / Media Center

JAMA member companies’ long and deep engagement in the U.S. market, workforce, and communities strengthen the foundation of U.S. and Japan’s economic partnership and by doing so also allows the overall relationship between these two great nations to endure and flourish.

JAMA in America: Annual Data Release Highlights Japanese-Brand Automakers’ Significant Investment in the U.S. Economy

April 3, 2024 / JAMA USA / Media Center, Press Releases

As the manufacturing sector continues to drive the U.S. economy, Japanese-brand automaker investments are a vital part of that story through job creation, vehicle production, and overall cumulative investment.

The Heart of Technology-People

February 8, 2024 / JAMA USA / Media Center

Even as technology advances, and things become increasingly complex, it’s still the people that make it all work.

JAMA Comments in Response to the FEOC Request for Public Comment

January 19, 2024 / JAMA USA / Positions

On January 18, the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) submitted comments to the Department of the Treasury (Treasury Department) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in response to the December 4, 2023, notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) regarding Section 30D Excluded Entities. Below is a summary of those comments.

A Look into the Future @ The 2023 Japan Mobility Show

November 16, 2023 / JAMA USA / Media Center

This year, the Japan Mobility Show (JMS), formerly the Tokyo Motor Show, returned to the world stage after a four-year long hiatus. The event showcased expansive, inviting, and inspiring mobility options that looked to redefine what the future can hold.