In 1989, amid serious trade tensions, just 22% of Americans held the view that Japan had a fair trade policy with the U.S., according to a Times Mirror survey. In 2015, 55% of Americans see Japan as a fair trader.
Continue readingQuestions and Answers about the Japanese Auto Industry and the Trans-Pacific Partnership
The United States and eleven Asia-Pacific countries, including Japan, are negotiating a free trade agreement, the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), that is designed to eliminate trade barriers and create new trade opportunities.
Continue readingJAMA Releases Annual Contributions Report Showing Japanese Automakers are More American Than Ever
The Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) USA office today released its 2014-2015 contributions report, More American Than Ever, signifying the continued growth and involvement of Japanese-branded autos in the United States.
Continue readingThe Daily Signal: Made in America: What Does it Even Mean?
As the line between foreign and domestic products continues to blur, the important thing to remember is that, regardless of the brand, Americans benefit most when we have the freedom to buy the highest-quality products at the lowest price.
Continue readingFortune: Car fuel efficiency hits historic high with Mazda, Nissan leading way
Japanese companies led the way, claiming the top four spots in fuel efficiency standards. Mazdas had the highest fuel economy at 28.1 mpg and lowest greenhouse gas emissions. Nissan, meanwhile, achieved the greatest improvement among all classes of new personal vehicles in the categories of fuel efficiency standards and greenhouse gas reductions.
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