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Japanese Automobile Manufacturers:

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Table of Contents

Introduction: Meeting the Challenges Ahead 2

Number of Americans Employed by Japanese Automakers and Dealers 3

Map of JAMA Members’ U.S. Manufacturing Plants and Research Facilities 3-4

Locally Built Japanese-Brand Vehicles 5

JAMA Members’ Purchases of U.S. Auto Parts 6

U.S. Exports from Japanese Auto Plants in the U.S. 6

JAMA Members’ U.S. R&D and Design Centers 7-8

JAMA Members’ Environmental Contributions 9-12

New Engine Technology 9

Awards and Accolades 9

Hybrid Vehicles 10

Next-Generation Vehicles 11-12

Japanese Automakers’ Production, Employment, and Investment in the U.S. 13-14

Published by JAMA 2009 • www.jama.org

Japanese automakers own and operate 65 manufacturing plants and major R&D and design centersin the U.S. and employ thousands of Americans, some of whom are shown on the cover.

The vehicles showcased on the cover include the Nissan LEAF, Toyota Prius,Honda CR-Z, and the Mitsubishi Fuso Aero Star Eco Hybrid Bus.

As leaders in the world automotive industry, we have been pioneers in innovation – focusing on the

consumer, emphasizing quality and cost control while investing in cutting-edge technological and

environmental research. However, like our competitors, our companies, workers, dealers, and consumers

have been sorely tested by what is being called the most severe world recession since the Great

Depression. The numbers in this brochure reflect that. Yet as we begin to emerge from the economic

downturn, we believe our values have positioned us to continue to lead and prosper in a new, restructured

and more disciplined market place.

For example, our commitment to the U.S. market has not wavered. Honda opened a new manufacturing

plant in Greensburg, Indiana, in 2008, bringing the total number of Japan Automobile Manufacturers

Association (JAMA) company manufacturing facilities in the U.S. to a new high of 31. Our combined

investments in our American vehicle, engine, and parts manufacturing facilities rose by more than a

billion dollars to $33,674,000,000, a major contribution to local economies even in the face of these

severe economic conditions. We have increased the number of our American employees devoted to

research by 6 percent, a number now approaching 4,000 people working in 34 major U.S. research

facilities. Unfortunately, our total employment fell during 2008 as the recession took its toll on the

economy. At the end of 2008, we employed 392,635 workers in the U.S., down nearly 8 percent.

The largest decrease came in our manufacturing operations. Manufacturing employment dropped

8 percent.

The American automobile industry is being remade, sculpted by the implosion of a market that could

not support its costs and consumers who would not support the status quo. Companies that will succeed

in this new world must reflect the new market realities. Management must be alert to changing

conditions, demands and trends and be lean enough – flexible enough – to meet them. There is a

revived insistence on value for money, quality, and outstanding design in cars and trucks that will last.

Consumers care about the environment and the safety of their families, and want technology to support

their lifestyles in the 21st century.

We believe this new marketplace is the one consumers have been waiting for, and so holds great

opportunity for automakers ready to satisfy them. We are continuing to invest, research and build in

order to provide the vehicles our consumers demand. We continue to focus our production in North

America, where we still make nearly two-thirds of the cars and trucks that we sell in the U.S. This

brochure provides the details of the JAMA member company investments in the U.S., and hints about

our dreams for the future.

Meeting the Challenges Ahead

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Auto Production, Create

Manufacturing

The Hino Motors Manufacturing plant in Williamstown, WestVirginia, began production in 2007 and is capable of producing5,000 trucks a year.

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky, Inc., located inGeorgetown, Kentucky, is the automaker’s largest manufacturingfacility outside of Japan. Established in 1986, it builds theAvalon, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Solara, and Venza as well asfour-cylinder and V6 engines and powertrain parts.

Japanese-Brand Vehicle Makers’ Manufacturing Employees

Japanese-Brand Vehicle Makers’ R&D Employees

Japanese-Brand Vehicle Dealers’ Employees

Japanese-Brand Vehicle Distributors’ Employees

Total Employees

Number of Americans Employed by Japanese Automakers and Dealers in the U.S.

Note: There are 6,811 dealer franchises selling Japanese-brand vehicles. Source: Japanese Automakers

55,795

3,065

331,098

20,705

410,663

2004

57,370

3,593

337,086

21,689

419,738

2005

59,999

3,576

339,986

20,868

424,429

2006

62,126

3,530

337,468

21,759

424,883

57,027

3,752

310,575

21,281

392,635

2007 2008


Japanese automakers (including distributors) and theirdealers employed 392,635 Americans in 2008. Of these,the 31 manufacturing plants employed 57,027, while theautomakers’ 34 major R&D and design centers employed3,752. Dealers and distributors employed the rest.(Please see the map for facility locations and types andthe chart below for detailed employment figures.)

Toyota•GM

HondaNissanToyota Honda

IsuzuMazdaMitsubishiNissan(2)SubaruToyota(3)

NissanToyota

Toyota

HondaToyotaToyota

Hino

Hino

Investment, and R&D U .S. Jobs

Map Key

R&D

Dealers

Hands-on engineering is the principle that guides employees at Honda R&DAmericas, headquartered in Torrance, California. Established in 1975, thefacility conducts local market research and design activities and createsadvanced technologies and products that add value to Honda and Acura

vehicles. Including its Torrance Headquarters, Honda R&D Americasnow operates 15 R&D facilities in the U.S.

Creating a dealership that is informative, positive, engaging and even fun wasthe core of Mazda's Retail Revolution initiative begun in 2003 to transform

the way people shop for cars. These dealerships, like the facility shown here inMidland, Texas, are distinguished by their bright colors, futuristic vehicle

displays, and interactive terminals that help answer customers’ questions.

* Plant under constructionPlease see pages 7, 8, 13, and 14for more details on these facilities.

Vehicle Manufacturing Plant

Engine Manufacturing Plant

Parts Manufacturing Plant

R&D Center

Design Center


Toyota*

Toyota

Mazda • Ford

Honda

Nissan

Toyota

Nissan

Honda

Honda

Nissan

Nissan Toyota

Toyota

Honda

Toyota

Toyota

Toyota

Toyota

HinoHonda

Subaru

Subaru

Isuzu•GM

Honda

Honda(2)

Honda

Honda

Toyota

Hino

Toyota

Nissan

Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi

MitsubishiToyota (2)NissanSubaruHondaIsuzuMazdaHino

Locally Built Vehicles Account for 62% ofU.S. Sales of Japanese-Brand Vehicles in 2008

In 1986, JAMA members exported about 3.4 million vehicles from Japan to the U.S.

In 2008, they exported about 2 million vehicles here, a reduction of about 1.4 million vehicles.

In 1986, JAMA members produced 617,000 vehicles in the U.S. In 2008, they produced nearly

3 million vehicles here, an increase of nearly 2.4 million vehicles.

Japanese automakers now supply 62% of their total U.S. sales from their North American

plants, compared with less than 12% in 1986.

Source: Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc. Note: JAMA members’ production figures include their production for GM and Ford.

Percent of JapaneseBrand Sales Locally

Manufactured

1986 2008

Sales of locallymanufactured vehicles

Sales ofimported vehicles

Source: Calculated fromsales figures as publishedin Ward’s Automotive Reports.

Rising Production in the U.S. Replaces Exports from Japan: 1986-2008



Purchases of U.S. Auto Parts Drop toBelow $40 Billion in Recession

The purchases of U.S. parts by Japanese automakers in Japan fiscal year 2008 (April 2008 - March

2009) fell to $39.26 billion from the previous year due to the economic recession, which has sharply

reduced auto production and the need for, and purchase of, auto parts.

Source: Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, Inc.Note: Data includes purchases of U.S. auto parts by JAMA members for vehicles built in both the U.S. and Japan.

Japanese auto companies export cars from their U.S. plants, in addition to meeting U.S. consumer demand.

In 2008, Japanese manufacturers’ affiliates in the U.S. exported 275,127 American-built cars and trucks to

countries around the world. These exports consisted of 17.6% of total new vehicle shipments from the U.S.

126,346

40,162

166,508

1,163,031

14.3%

Car Exports from Japanese Plants in the U.S.

Truck Exports from Japanese Plants in the U.S.

Car & Truck Exports from Japanese Plants in the U.S.

U.S. Car and Truck Exports

Japanese Plants’ Percentage of U.S. Car and Truck Exports

U.S. Exports from Japanese Auto Plants in the U.S.

Source: Japanese Automakers and U.S. International Trade Commission Data WebNote: All exports include exports to Canada and Mexico.

Exports Contribute to the U.S. Economy

2004

180,124

89,592

269,716

1,225,649

22.0%

2005

186,058

89,817

275,875

1,442,497

19.1%

2006

186,493

114,395

300,888

1,606,114

18.7%

2007

142,529

132,598

275,127

1,563,342

17.6%

2008

Current Functions

8

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

2, 3, 4, 6

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

1, 2, 3, 5, 6

1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7

4

3

1, 3, 4, 6

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

4

Name of Company

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc.

Honda R&D Americas, Inc.

Isuzu ManufacturingServices of America, Inc.

Mazda North American Operations, Inc.

Mitsubishi Motors R&D of America, Inc.

Nissan Technical CenterNorth America, Inc.

Nissan Design America, Inc.

Nissan Technical Center North America, Inc.Arizona Test Center

Subaru Research andDevelopment, Inc.

Toyota Motor Engineering& ManufacturingNorth America, Inc.

Calty Design Research, Inc.(Toyota)

Headquarters, Division Offices

Farmington Hills, MI

Torrance, CA; Raymond & East Liberty, OH; Detroit, MI;Denver, CO; Cantil, CA

Detroit, MI; Los Angeles, CA

Irvine, CA; Flat Rock, MI

Ann Arbor, MI; Normal, IL; Washington, DC; Cypress, CA

Farmington Hills, MI; Sacramento, CA;Canton, MS; Smyrna, TN; Gardena, CA

San Diego, CA

Stanfield, AZ

Cypress, CA; Lafayette, IN; Ann Arbor, MI

Ann Arbor, MI; Plymouth, MI; Gardena, CA; Berkeley, CA;Wittmann, AZ; Sacramento, CA; Cambridge, MA

Newport Beach, CA; Ann Arbor, MI

1) Technical support for procurement ofparts for local production

2) Evaluation of parts

Source: Japanese Automakers

3) Evaluation of vehicles

4) Styling & general design

5) Parts design

R&D and Design Centers Meet

6) Vehicle design

7) Prototype production

8) Technical support & marketing research

Key to Current Functions:


Given the vast differences between Japanese and American vehicle markets, many of the products

that JAMA members sell in the U.S. are designed and built in America. JAMA members’ R&D

centers are responsible for tracking consumer trends and developing products that satisfy

American tastes and needs.

American Consumers’ Requirements


Mazda North American OperationsMazda operates two R&D centers in the U.S. — one in

Irvine, California (pictured here), and the other in Flat

Rock, Michigan. Both study technology and market trends,

evaluate whether Mazda products conform to North

American market standards, and develop designs exclusively

for North American consumers.

Honda R&D FC SportHonda R&D Americas, based in Torrance, California,

developed a hydrogen-powered, three-seat sports car

concept, which it debuted at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto

Show. Shown here, the FC Sport emphasizes the design

flexibility and potential of Honda’s fuel cell technology,

which consists of a compact, high-efficiency fuel cell stack

arranged in an innovative center-tunnel layout.

Honda R&D Ohio CenterThe Ohio Center of Honda R&D Americas is responsible

for complete product development, testing and support of

North American supplier development. An Automotive

Safety Research Facility at the Ohio Center houses the

high-resolution crash barrier block, the world’s first

pitching crash test simulator, and other safety labs.

Hino Crew CabIn 2008, Hino’s R&D facility in Farmington Hills,

Michigan, developed the Crew Cab pictured here. The

truck specifically was designed for the U.S. market.

Toyota Calty Design ResearchToyota’s Calty Design Research Facility in Newport Beach,

California, provides solutions for Toyota, Lexus, and Scion

product development and supports North American

production design, including color and trim. Activities

include research, advanced design, and philanthropic

outreach. Calty has contributed exterior styling for such

production models as the FJ Cruiser, Tundra, Highlander,

Scion xB, and Venza.

New TechnologiesOver the years, Japanese automakers have distinguished themselves for developing high-quality products that

are friendlier to the environment — an increasingly important concern for American consumers. Their dedica-

tion to preserving the environment also extends to making sure the facilities they operate are in harmony with

their natural surroundings.

New Engine TechnologyEcological Drive Assist SystemHonda’s Ecological Drive Assist System enhances fuel economy and is fea-tured in the new Insight hybrid car.

i-stop SystemMazda’s unique engine stop/start system, i-stop, uses combustion energyto restart the engine in just 0.35 seconds, about half the time of most othercompeting systems.

Dual Injector System (Not Pictured)Nissan has developed a Dual Injector System to improve fuel efficiency ingasoline engines. It will introduce the new system in production vehiclesstarting early in Japan fiscal year 2010.

Continuously Variable Transmission (Not Pictured)Next-generation Continuously Variable Transmission technology, developedby Nissan and its affiliate transmission supplier, JATCO Ltd., will appear incompact Nissan vehicles worldwide in the near future.

Awards & AccoladesJAMA members’ focus on the environment has not gone unnoticed. In

2008 and 2009, Japanese automakers earned recognition for their com-

mitment to protecting the environment.

Recognizing Honda's leadership in the area of alternative fuels and hydro-gen-powered fuel cell technology, the Honda FCX Clarity was declared the“2009 World Green Car.” The hydrogen fuel cell-powered FCX Clarity isavailable on a limited lease basis.

Subaru of Indiana Automotive received the U.S. EPA’s 2008“WasteWise Gold Achievement Award for Climate Change,” whichis awarded to companies that reduce greenhouse gas emissionsthrough waste reduction.

For the fifth consecutive year, in 2009, the U.S. EPA awarded Toyotaits “Energy Star” award for the company’s sustained commitment to

energy efficiency and management of energy consumption.

JAMA Members’ Environmental

Ecological Drive Assist System

Mazda’s i-stop System

2009 World Green Car

Toyota Wins Energy Star


Hybrid VehiclesJAMA members first introduced hybrids in the U.S. market in the late 1990s. Since then, their sales steadily

increased through 2007 when they reached just over 322,000, before declining somewhat in 2008 to nearly

282,000 due to the economic recession. JAMA members have introduced new hybrid models in 2009 and

plan even more in the years to come.

Contributions in the U.S.

Sales of Hybrid Vehicles in the U.S. Market

Japanese Brand U.S. Brand Total Units for YearSource: Ward’s Automotive Reports; some numbers are revised from the previous edition.

Honda Insight

Nissan Altima

Toyota Prius

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Next-Generation VehiclesHaving distinguished themselves by being the first to offer hybrid vehicles to consumers worldwide, Japanese

automakers continue to work on new technologies to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and the world’s

dependence on oil and give consumers an environmentally friendly means of transportation.

Fuel Cel l VehiclesHonda FCX ClarityHonda began leasing the FCX Clarity hydrogen fuel cellvehicle in July 2008 in southern California. The combinedsales plan for Japan and the U.S. calls for a few dozen unitswithin a year and about 200 units within three years.

Toyota Fuel Cell Hybrid VehicleToyota also is steadily overcoming the technological hurdlesassociated with fuel cell vehicles. Japan’s Ministry of Land,Infrastructure and Transport has given Toyota vehicle-typecertification for its Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle, which features anewly designed FC stack fuel cell that offers a 25% improve-ment in fuel efficiency and a cruising range of nearly516 miles.

Hydrogen VehiclesMazda RX-8 Hydrogen REIn 2008, Mazda began validating the RX-8 Hydrogen RE’sdriving performance on public roads in Norway. Thedemonstration is part of a special program to demonstratehydrogen energy infrastructure, including a chain ofhydrogen stations along a 360-mile stretch of highwayin Norway.

Mazda Premacy Hydrogen RE HybridMazda’s latest eco-car, the Premacy RE Hybrid, features theautomaker’s proprietary dual-fuel system, which enables thecar to run on gasoline if hydrogen is unavailable. Its interiorparts are made from Mazda’s plant-derived biotech materials.

Mazda PremacyHydrogen REHybrid

Toyota FuelCell Hybrid

Honda FCXClarity

Mazda RX-8Hydrogen RE

JAMA Members’ Environmental


Electric VehiclesNissan LEAFThe Nissan LEAF, the world's first affordable, zero-emission car,goes on sale in the U.S., Japan, and Europe in 2010. Laminatedcompact lithium-ion batteries that provide a range of more than100 miles power the vehicle, a medium-size hatchback that com-fortably seats five adults.

Subaru Plug-in STELLA EV The Subaru Plug-in STELLA Electric Vehicle (EV), which isequipped with a high-performance lithium-ion battery, now isbeing sold in Japan. The Subaru Plug-in STELLA Electric Vehicle(EV) is based on the Subaru STELLA mini car.

Mitsubishi i-MiEV Mitsubishi has unveiled the production version of the i-MiEVnew-generation electric vehicle. The vehicle, which is now avail-able in Japan, is the culmination of the company’s 40 years ofelectric vehicle development. The company plans to continue itscollaboration with private and public sectors to develop theinfrastructure needed to promote the use of electric vehicles.

Plug-In HybridToyota Plug-in HybridToyota is developing a plug-in hybrid vehicle that can be chargedusing external power sources based on its hybrid technology,which it has positioned as a core technology for environmentallyconsiderate vehicles. A plug-in hybrid basically operates as anelectric vehicle on short trips and as a conventional hybrid vehicleon longer ones. Toyota intends to introduce approximately 500plug-in hybrid vehicles globally, primarily to fleet customers, toencourage market acceptance and promote understanding.

Subaru Plug-inSTELLA EV

Mitsubishi i-MiEV

Nissan LEAF

Toyota Plug-in Hybrid

Contributions in the U.S.


Products

Legacy, Outback & Tribeca Toyota: Camry

Diesel Engines

Accord, CR-V, Element,Acura TL & Acura RDX

Engines

Automatic Transmissions

Odyssey, Pilot, Ridgeline& Accord

Engines

Automatic Transmissions

Civic

MAZDA6Ford: Mustang

Eclipse, Galant,Eclipse Spyder & Endeavor

Altima, Frontier, Xterra, Maxima& Pathfinder

Engines

Quest, Titan, Armada, Altima& Infiniti QX56

Total Investment($ million)

1,224

585

6,590

400

1,400

150

550

1,900

1,683

3,183

1,940

Subaru of IndianaAutomotive, Inc.

DMAX, Ltd.

Honda of AmericaManufacturing, Inc.

Honda TransmissionManufacturing ofAmerica, Inc.

Honda Manufacturingof Alabama, LLC

Honda Precision Partsof Georgia, LLC

Honda Manufacturingof Indiana, LLC

Auto AllianceInternational, Inc.

Mitsubishi Motors NorthAmerica, Inc.

Nissan North America,Inc. (Smyrna & Decherd)

Nissan North AmericaInc. (Canton)

Name ofCompany

Subaru

Isuzu

Honda

Mazda

Mitsubishi

Nissan

Employees

3,101

561

11,800

1,100

4,500

450

1,000

3,234

1,419

4,765

3,375

Units Produced in 2008

183,249

70,058

697,583

1,073,448

687,725

282,735

282,659

282,936

6,851

167,258(92,299)ı

58,357

312,178

564,762

232,879

ProductionCapacity

240,000

200,000

680,000

1,180,000

800,000

300,000

300,000

300,000

200,000

240,000

120,000

550,000

950,000

400,000

Location (Status)

Lafayette, IN

Moraine, OH(Joint Venture: GM)

Marysville, EastLiberty & Anna, OH

Russells Point, OH

Lincoln, AL

Tallapoosa, GA

Greensburg, IN

Flat Rock, MI(Joint Venture: Ford)

Normal, IL

Smyrna &Decherd, TN

Canton, MS

Japanese Automakers’ Production,Employment, and Investment in the U.S.

Data for this chart is continued at the top of page 14, with combined totals at the bottom.


Products

Corolla & TacomaGM: Pontiac Vibe*

Camry, Camry Hybrid, Avalon,Solara & Venza

Engines

Trucks**Catalytic Converters

Steering Columns

Substrates

Cylinder Heads

Engine Brackets

Cylinder Blocks

Sequoia, Sienna, Highlander& Tundra***

Engines

Transmissions

Engines

Tundra

Class 4-7 Commercial Vehicles

Vehicle Components forToyota Vehicles

Differential, Rear Axle &Suspension-Related Partsfor Toyota Vehicles

Class 4-7 Commercial Vehicles

Vehicles 2008Engines 2008

Total Investment($ million)

1,353(Toyota)

5,543

268

578

3,059

1,045

544

1,352

84

233

10

33,674

New United MotorManufacturing, Inc.

Toyota MotorManufacturing,Kentucky, Inc.

TABC, Inc.

Bodine Aluminum, Inc.

Toyota Motor Mfg.,Indiana, Inc.

Toyota Motor Mfg., West Virginia, Inc.

Toyota Motor Mfg.,Alabama, Inc.

Toyota Motor Mfg.,Texas, Inc.

Hino Motors Mfg., U.S.A., Inc. (California)

Hino Motors Mfg., U.S.A.,Inc. (Arkansas)

Hino Motors Mfg., U.S.A.,Inc. (West Virginia)

Name ofCompany

Toyota+

Hino

Total

Employees

4,729

6,855

511

977

4,300

1,054

860

1,850

178

291

117

57,027

Units Produced in 2008

271,202(70,839)

ıı

456,297

492,114

8631,933,899

171,388

2,704,928

1,678,405

752,639

1,208,658

208,299

529,602

414,677

271,354

90,050

484

136,320

106,090

3,151

2,971,4363,283,997

ProductionCapacity

400,000

500,000

500,000

n/an/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

n/a

350,000

540,000

600,000

400,000

200,000

0

120,000

105,000

5,000

4,185,0004,070,000

Location (Status)

Fremont, CA(Joint Venture: GM)

Georgetown, KY

Long Beach, CA

St. Louis & Troy, MOJackson, TN

Princeton, IN

Buffalo, WV

Huntsville, AL

San Antonio, TX

Ontario, CA

Marion, AR

Williamstown, WV

Source: Japanese Automakers; all data as of December 2008Note: ı Units produced for Ford ı ı Units produced for GM * Pontiac Vibe production ceased in August 2009. **Truck production ceased in July 2008. ***Tundra production ceased in August 2008. + Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Mississippi, Inc. (Blue Springs, MS) is under construction.


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