A Japanese automotive manufacturer known for small cars and commercial vehicles, now a subsidiary of Toyota.
From Japanese, combining 'Dai' (great) + 'Hatsu' (development/production). Founded in 1907 as Hatsudoki Seizo Co., it became Daihatsu Motor Co. in 1951, emphasizing their focus on engine development and manufacturing.
Daihatsu was actually making engines before cars - they started with internal combustion engines for various industrial uses! They're masters of 'kei cars' - ultra-compact vehicles designed for Japan's narrow streets and tax incentives for small engines.
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