Toyota and Mazda Said Planning U.S. Plant

The video discusses the cross holdings among Japanese car makers, focusing on the partnership between Toyota and Mazda. It highlights the challenges in the automotive industry, such as the need for EVs, hybrid vehicles, and autonomous driving technologies, which require significant investment. The partnership is seen as beneficial for both companies, with Mazda needing Toyota's support in R&D and production, especially in the US market. Toyota, on the other hand, aims to expand its EV production and reduce costs through this collaboration.

In what ways can sharing resources between companies improve research and development efficiency?

What implications could trade friction between Japan and the United States have on Mazda's operations?