“Manufacturer's business continuity is important” Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association Chairman Toyoda September 24, 15:30
Akio Toyoda, chairman of the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, met online on the 24th, saying that the domestic automobile market, which had temporarily declined due to the effects of the new corona virus, is recovering, but the automobile industry has a large economic spillover effect. He emphasized the idea that the business continuity of the manufacturer is important.
Among them, Chairman Toyoda said, "Cars and motorcycles have been reviewed as a safe means of transportation, and domestic sales have recovered to the 80% level compared to the previous year. The recovery of the automobile market is not limited to parts, but steel. It has also led to the recovery of a wide range of industries such as automobiles, batteries, and transportation. "
On that basis, he said, "I feel the ripple effect on a wide range of industries and will be a driving force for reconstruction without stopping the business." He thinks that it is important for automobile manufacturers to continue their business in order to maintain domestic demand. Was emphasized.
Regarding the Tokyo Motor Show, which is scheduled to be held next year, Chairman Toyoda said, "I will not give up on gathering people, and I would like to consider what I can do online even if people do not gather." He expressed his intention to determine the holding method while checking the status of large-scale events.
On the other hand, in connection with Prime Minister Suga's advocacy of breaking down the vertical division of the administration, "We are promoting organizational reforms within the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association so that we can also propose projects that move the country beyond ministries and agencies. I want to go. "