Stupidity or desperation? Things are nowhere near optimal in the auto industry.

When is the last time Japan let USA sell their cars in Japan at Japanse dealership while bypassing Japanese automotive standards, laws, and homologation?

When?

According to a recent White House statement, Toyota intends to “export its U.S.-made vehicles to Japan and open its distribution platform in Japan to U.S. automakers.” The Trump administration also noted Japan has decided to allow sales of American-made vehicles and “U.S. safety-certified vehicles” without additional testing.