Hot News: Daihatsu Stop Selling in European Market

Daihatsu has announced that it will withdraw sales from the European market by 2013.

The decision has been taken because of the strength of the Japanese Yen against the Euro and GBP, which now makes export to the region unprofitable.

Daihatsu sales in Europe have declined significantly, with just 19,300 vehicles sold in 10 EU countries last year, compared with 58,600 in 2007.

Sales in Europe will end as of 31 January 2013, but the company will continue its after-service.

There is no stock of new cars in the UK, and no further orders are expected to be placed.

Thanks to: Autocar

New Car: 2012 Daihatsu Move

Toyota’s subsidiary company, Daihatsu, has unveiled its new Move in Japan.

Power comes courtesy of a 0.66-litre petrol unit - featuring stop-start - and produces 51bhp and 44lb ft of torque.

Shorter in length than Fiat’s 500, the Move is available with either front or four-wheel drive and is said to be the most efficient petrol car in Japan, the company claims.

Compared with its predecessor, the new Move is 35kg lighter, thanks to weight reductions in its instrument panel and door trim as well as the CVT unit and other components.

Prices in Japan will start at approximately £8000.

Thanks to: Autocar

2011 Daihatsu Move introduced in Japan

Although the Daihatsu vehicles are not very common on Spanish roads, in Japan it is not unusual to find a bunch of them just go out into the street. And it is next to Suzuki the leading brand special segment of kei-cars. Among their top models is the Move, which now receives a restyling.
Facing the new year, a small minivan debuts grill, front and rear bumpers, rear lights and wheel design. You can add new colors, more resistant upholstery and a more complete equipment. Under the hood comes an evolution of KF engine with up to 64 hp, but with Stop & Start system standard. As is customary in Japan, both the CVT and all-wheel drive are available depending on version. Unfortunately, this model will not see it here because it is reserved for Japan and other Asian countries.