No other phrase more eloquently captures the essence of Japan’s car industry than jishu-kisei, or “mutual self-restraint.”
In fact, whether in terms of maximum engine-power output, maximum speedometer readings or speed limiters, Japan is the world leader in automotive moderation.
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