The Suzuki Jimny Nomade Drives Japan’s Reverse Import Boom

SummaryJapanese automakers imported a record 72,330 offshore-built vehicles into Japan in early 2026, up 38 percent.Suzuki led the surge with 34,288 units, topping Japan's import market ahead of Mercedes-Benz.The Indian-built Suzuki Jimny Nomade drove the boom, sparking over 50,000 reservations before pre-orders paused.Japan imported a record 72,330 Japanese-branded vehicles back into the domestic market during the first half of 2026. This figure marks a 38% increase from the previous year. Auto...