Kei Cars
Japanese kei cars - miniature vehicles under 660cc and 3,400mm that qualify for reduced tax and insurance in Japan.
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China Targets Japan's Kei-Car Market: BYD Racco and New Brand EMTA
Chinese makers are aiming at one of the most closed niches in the Japanese market - kei cars. Two China-linked projects are preparing to launch in Japan: BYD's Racco kei microvan and EMTA, a new Chery-backed brand.
Suzuki Hustler and Hustler Tough Wild Get a Modest Facelift
Suzuki has updated the second-generation Hustler and its Tough Wild off-road variant. Both are on sale in Japan now. The powertrain is unchanged - 660cc mild hybrid - but the exterior styling and safety equipment have been revised.