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Japan's EV Transition Challenges
This chapter examines the difficulties faced by Japan's automotive industry in shifting towards electric vehicles, highlighting the contrast between traditional manufacturing pride and the need for new technologies. It discusses the government's focus on hydrogen fuel cells over EV support, the skill gaps in production, and the competitive pressures on manufacturers like Toyota to adapt to the growing EV market.
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