Core Viewpoint - The Japanese import car market is undergoing significant changes, with Suzuki's Jimny Nomad leading sales, indicating a shift towards vehicles produced in India that match the quality of domestic cars [1][3]. Group 1: Suzuki's Performance - Suzuki's import car sales in Japan reached 3,990 units in April, an increase of 8,300% year-on-year, surpassing Mercedes-Benz and BMW [3]. - The Jimny Nomad, a five-door version of the popular Jimny, received overwhelming demand, with orders exceeding 50,000 within four days of its launch [3]. - Suzuki aims to develop India as an export base, planning to increase annual production capacity to 4 million units by 2031, with an investment of 1.2 trillion yen in the production system [3]. Group 2: Honda's Growth - Honda's import car sales in Japan from January to April reached 16,720 units, a 65% increase year-on-year, with the WR-V SUV contributing to this growth [4]. - The overall sales of Japanese cars imported from overseas increased by 33% in the same period, reaching 35,269 units, matching levels not seen since 1995 [4]. Group 3: Industry Implications - The rise in imported vehicles, particularly from India, poses a risk of hollowing out Japan's domestic automotive industry, as local production investments face challenges due to a shrinking market and increased tariff risks [5]. - Japanese automakers are at a crossroads, with companies like Toyota emphasizing the need to maintain domestic production targets amidst these changes [5].

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