TOKYO -- Japanese automakers increased production for the third month in a row in April, according to industry data compiled Thursday, with the Trump administration's tariffs yet to significantly impact exports to the U.S.
Production among 8 automakers rises 1% as exports hold steady

Honda plans to switch to local production of the Civic hybrid vehicle for the U.S. market as early as June. (Honda Motor)
TOKYO -- Japanese automakers increased production for the third month in a row in April, according to industry data compiled Thursday, with the Trump administration's tariffs yet to significantly impact exports to the U.S.