So long Japanese cars , parts
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So long Japanese cars , parts
25% tariffs coming in weeks on Japanese car and parts.
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Re: So long Japanese cars , parts
There will certainly be a lot of interest going forward on "% content".
My Honda Ridgeline was assembled in Lincoln, Alabama. go figure!
From Reddit, Feb 2025 (discussion of this as a news source is for a different exchange!)
Did you know that the Honda Ridgeline is the most American made pick up truck sold right now. The Trailsport is 75% American made components. With the regular Ridgeline at 70%. Disclaimer - NHTSA considers an “American Component” to be made in USA and Canada.
My Honda Ridgeline was assembled in Lincoln, Alabama. go figure!
From Reddit, Feb 2025 (discussion of this as a news source is for a different exchange!)
Did you know that the Honda Ridgeline is the most American made pick up truck sold right now. The Trailsport is 75% American made components. With the regular Ridgeline at 70%. Disclaimer - NHTSA considers an “American Component” to be made in USA and Canada.
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Re: So long Japanese cars , parts
I wonder if this could be the final cut that kills Nissan...
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Re: So long Japanese cars , parts
Over here , Nissan is like Frigidaire was , made, home appliances, guided missiles , TVs & components for many things back in the 2000s it wasGregs672000 wrote: Tue Apr 01, 2025 2:40 pm I wonder if this could be the final cut that kills Nissan...
5 million for a nissan dealer all were about that
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Re: So long Japanese cars , parts
Would a part identified as a forklift part be considered automotive? Asking for a friend 

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Re: So long Japanese cars , parts
I saw that Mexico parts were routinely shipped back and forth between the USA and them, I think it's on all imports, it's just that automotive , a huge chunk
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70 SPL 86 Z31 T , Sportster
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Re: So long Japanese cars , parts
Well it looks like Vietnam and the US are about to cut a deal. So those seeking reproduction bumpers and side molding from Vietnam should not see a raise in price. I suspect other countries will follow and of course hopefully Japan.
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Re: So long Japanese cars , parts
Datsun dealer tech 76 to 87
Mitsubishi tech 9 yrs
Volvo, Kia, Toyota too
6 month - Rolls Royce
ASE MASTER TECH 96. - 11
70 SPL 86 Z31 T , Sportster
Mitsubishi tech 9 yrs
Volvo, Kia, Toyota too
6 month - Rolls Royce
ASE MASTER TECH 96. - 11
70 SPL 86 Z31 T , Sportster