Suzuki Motor launches 'strategic' made-in-India SUV in Japan

Japanese automakers importing more cars into their home market

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Toshihiro Suzuki, president of Suzuki Motor, announces the launch of its compact SUV, the Fronx, in the Japanese market on Oct. 16. (Photo by Yuichi Shiga)

YUICHI SHIGA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Japanese automaker Suzuki Motor on Wednesday launched in the country a new made-in-India compact SUVtaking advantage of its strong manufacturing base in India.

The move comes as Honda Motor has begun importing its own compact SUV from India, highlighting the growing trend of Japanese automakers selling vehicles produced overseas in their home market.

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