Founded

1935 - Japan

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The first front-wheel-drive car in Japan is believed to be the Roland, manufactured in 1931 by renowned motorcycle rider Kazuo Kawamada. An improved model, the Tsukuba, was produced by Tokyo Jidosha Seizo for three years starting in 1935. It came in three body types-(sedan, hooded wagon, and truck) and about 130 units were manufactured. The car was named after Mt. Tsukuba in the Kanto area.

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