"Auto Giants Break Ranks: Honda and Toyota's Departure from JAMA Raises Questions About Canada's Automotive Future In a surprise move, two of Canada's largest automotive manufacturers, Honda and Toyota, abandoned the Japanese Automobile Manufacturers Association of Canada (JAMA) in 2021. The decision to disband the lobbying group, which had represented the interests of Japanese automakers in the country for decades, has left many wondering about the future of the Canadian automotive industry. With the two major players now operating independently, it remains to be seen how their departure from JAMA will impact Canada's manufacturing landscape and the relationships between automakers, government, and consumers. This article delves into the reasons behind Honda and Toyota's departure and what it means for the future of the Canadian automotive sector."
Honda and Toyota were core members of the Japanese Automobile Manufacturers Association of Canada (JAMA) until 2021, when the group was disbanded and the manufacturing lobbying fi ...
