Japan automakers' global output dropped again in May amid lockdowns

Little relief on horizon as supply chain turmoil drags on despite China reopening

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Toyota Motor's output in Japan plunged 28% on the year in May. (Photo courtesy of Toyota)

RYOTARO YAMADA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Total worldwide production at eight Japanese automakers declined on the year for a third straight month in May as lockdowns in Chinese cities continued to hold up shipments of key parts.

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