TOKYO -- Japanese automakers have been exporting more Mexican-built vehicles to the U.S. in recent months, apparently aiming to bulk up inventories ahead of the Trump administration's latest tariffs.
Shipments jump 17% amid rush to build up inventories

HR-Vs exported from Mexico accounted for more than 10% of the autos that Honda sold in the U.S. in 2024. (Honda Motor)
TOKYO -- Japanese automakers have been exporting more Mexican-built vehicles to the U.S. in recent months, apparently aiming to bulk up inventories ahead of the Trump administration's latest tariffs.