Japanese automaker Toyota is considering building an engine and transmission plant in the United States, possibly in Michigan, according to a report published today. Slated for construction in the next three years, the plant is apparently designed to reduce friction between Japan and the U.S. caused by growing unemployment among American autoworkers. Michigan — home to GM and Ford — would be the likely location for the plant, due to its geographical and symbolic importance to the U.S. auto industry. The Leftlane Perspective: If Toyota increases its U.S. production, it has the potential to win over the hearts and minds of U.S. autoworkers, who may currently blame the Japanese carmaker for layoffs in the U.S. Recently, we pointed readers to an interesting report on whether buying from an American car maker is still the “patriotic choice.” Feel free to post your thoughts in our comment system…
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