Trump's return heralds lobbying push by Japan automakers

Toyota, Honda, Nissan raised total spending 25% in his first term amid protectionist tilt

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U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has called for tariffs of 10% to 20% on all imported goods, which would include Japanese cars. (Photo by Wataru Ito)

TAMAKI KYOZUKA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Major Japanese automakers are preparing to ramp up political lobbying in the U.S., Nikkei has learned, ahead of a second term for President-elect Donald Trump, who openly advocates protectionist trade policies.

The automakers increased such spending substantially during his first term.

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