Kei Truck Latest News & Updates – Trends, Events & Insights
Top 5 Maintenance Issues for Japanese Mini Trucks (& How to Fix Them)
Japanese mini trucks, or kei trucks, are 25- to 35-year-old imports that often arrive in the U.S. with deferred maintenance. Still, catching and addressing age-related issues early prevents breakdowns and protects your investment.
Real-World Fuel Efficiency Benchmarks: 660cc Engine Performance Data
Placed at the high end of the kei class, 660cc engines are said to deliver 40-50mpg; however, this has been disputed in real-world scenarios.
Honda Acty E07A vs. Suzuki Carry F6A: A Comparative Technical Teardown
The Honda E07A engine edges out the Suzuki F6A for overall reliability and daily use, but the F6A is more ideal for off-road builds and parts availability.
Honda Acty Street and Daihatsu Hijet Customer Builds | Oiwa Garage Spotlight : Edition 4
The Oiwa Garage community has once again been generous, giving our readers behind-the-scenes looks at their builds. For March, we’ll be covering Brett’s Honda Acty and Honda Street decked out in extraordinary livery, along with Cole’s versatile Daihatsu Hijet.
Kei Truck On-Road Legality 2026: Top 10 States + Federal Rules Guide
Federal law lets anyone bring kei trucks into the U.S. if 25 years have passed since their manufacture. Still, whether these vehicles hit local streets depends on where you live.
Toyota, Daihatsu, and Suzuki Launch 4 Electric Kei Vans
Four new electric kei vans have moved past the concept stage and into production at Daihatsu’s Oita plant, with three of the vehicles launching sales this week.
