Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association, or
JAMA, is a trade association with its headquarters in
Tokyo,
Japan. It was founded in April 1967 and serves as a platform for the automakers of Japan to share technological developments and management practices. There are currently 14 member companies, manufacturing not only cars, but
trucks and
motorcycles as well. The organization also deals with the manufacturing and distribution of vehicle parts around the world. Together, the companies of JAMA hold a vast share of the markets in the United States,
Europe, and many
developing countries. JAMA also has offices located in
Beijing,
Singapore,
Washington, D.C. (US Office),
Toronto (Canadian Office) and
Brussels, Belgium (Europe Office).