Japan’s Carmakers : Navigating Domestic & Global Markets

In this episode of the Automotive Podcast Series by S&P Global Mobility, our program host, Gaurav Vangaal, will be joined by Masatoshi Nishimoto, our Japanese expert on Light Vehicle Production forecasts and insights. Masa San shares his insights on the current state of Japan's automotive market, focusing on key trends and challenges faced by Japanese carmakers in global markets. Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on the short-term outlook for Japan's domestic market, the impact of North American exports, and the competitive dynamics between EVs and hybrids. S&P Global Mobility analysts also discusses the strategic adjustments Japanese OEMs need to make in China and their growth potential in South Asia, particularly in ASEAN and India. If you have questions for the hosts, please email [email protected].