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It was the French philosopher Voltaire who said, “Perfection is attained by slow degrees; it requires the hand of time.” That quote encapsulates what Japanese cars are all about—they start out as basic machines, are continually developed and improved, until one can say that these have everything one looks for in a vehicle. The Japanese are able to fuse style and function in their newest models without compromising safety, reliability, and fuel economy. Japan is one of the most prominent suppliers of automobiles, alongside the United States, South Korea, Germany, and Italy. Japanese automakers have been expanding their operations to other countries since the Eighties and they continue to do so, in the process reaching out to more consumers and making their products and services more widely available around the world. Japanese manufacturing is exact, thorough, and systematic, guided by a strong work ethic and a business integrity that is one of the most admired traits of the Japanese people. The automotive market is populated by thousands, if not millions, of vehicles of every make, model, and age. Demand for both new and secondhand units remain high, with consumers driven not only with the need of a machine that can transport them from one place to another but also with the desire to own a stylish, hi-tech vehicle that can meet the demands of their diverse lifestyles. With the number of vehicles to choose from, why should one choose a model that’s been made by the Japanese? What are Japanese cars attributes that would make them top choices for consumers? To answer this, we must take a look at road and vehicle regulations in Japan. The disciplined character of the Japanese can be seen not only in their art forms such as bonsai, origami, and ikebana; this can also be observed in how the Japanese follow road rules and regulations to the letter. Part of the regulations is that cars should be inspected to be roadworthy. The Shaken is a motor vehicle inspection that is done on all cars plying Japan’s roads, and in order for vehicles to pass the inspection, the cars are meticulously cared for by their owners. In some cases, the process gets tedious and expensive, so the owners opt to have their cars (mostly three- to five-year-old units) traded in or sold so they could purchase new, more advanced ones instead. What are Japanese cars’ conditions when they are being sold or exported to other countries? Well, because of the meticulous care given to them and the fact that cars in Japan are driven on some of the smoothest, best-engineered roads in the world, you can bet they’re in top shape, with nary a nick or a scratch. These vehicles are also seldom driven like workhorses; the public transport system in Japan is so efficient you would actually have no need for a car. Also, these vehicles are built to last, and satisfied owners of Japanese-brand models can attest to that. The reputation of Japanese cars is unparalleled, and if one were to ask “What are Japanese cars all about?”, motoring experts and enthusiasts would probably list down a lot of attributes, but these can all be summed up in one statement: these cars have achieved automotive perfection, and will continue to develop in the years to come.
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