On December 19, Toyota Motor Corporation revealed its plan to introduce three U.S.-manufactured models—the Camry, Highlander, and Tundra—into the Japanese market. These vehicles will originate from production facilities located in Kentucky, Indiana, and Texas. Toyota clarified that this strategic decision is intended not only to cater to the varied preferences of Japanese consumers but also to foster a more equitable trade environment between Japan and the United States. At present, Toyota, along with other Japanese automotive manufacturers, is actively engaging with the Trump administration in an effort to persuade it to either reduce or completely remove the tariffs imposed on Japanese automobiles and automotive parts exported to the U.S. market. President Trump has consistently voiced his concerns over the trade disparities within the automotive sector, strongly encouraging overseas manufacturers to bolster their production and export activities within the United States.