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Story summary
- Koji Sato, CEO of Toyota Motor Corp., will lead the Japan Automobile Manufacturers’ Association starting January 1, 2026, succeeding Masanori Katayama, Isuzu Motors CEO.
- Masanori Katayama highlighted tariffs and chip shortages as the industry's critical challenges.
- The Japanese auto sector faces competition from Chinese electric vehicle brands and geopolitical disruptions.
- JAMA represents 5.5 million employees from 14 manufacturers, with Toyota executives traditionally at the helm.
