Japan plays to strengths at Tokyo show as China threat looms large
Big unveilings from Toyota, Subaru and Mazda signify a renewed push from the Japanese car makers
Japan plays to strengths at Tokyo show as China threat looms large
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The Japanese car industry is returning to its strengths at the Tokyo motor show (starting on 29 October) as it tries to fend off the growing threat globally from surging Chinese rivals.

Cars teased or pre-revealed for the event include the chunky, retro-flavoured Toyota Land Cruiser FJ, two new STi performance models from Subaru and a sporty Mazda concept that majors on the brand’s traditional design strength.

China is fighting back with a significant unveiling from BYD: the Racoo, the first kei car sold in Japan made by a non-Japanese firm.

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