Ford's Enormous F-150 Becomes Unlikely Part of Japan's Efforts to Woo Trump

A Ford F-150, center, and two other American-made cars sit parked outside the Akasaka Palace, Tokyo's guest house for visiting foreign leaders, in Minato, Japan, Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, as President Donald Trump meets Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. (AP Photo/Mayuko Ono)

How the F-150 could hold the key to diplomatic alliance, trade imbalance with Japan

As the Japanese entertain buying a fleet of F-150 trucks, the move may be more gesture than substance, but would still bolster Ford's image.

Japan's New Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi May Have Found The Key To Trump's Heart With Ford F-150s: 'That's A Hot Truck'

Trump meets Japan's PM Takaichi to ease trade tensions. Japan plans to buy Ford's F-150 trucks. Takaichi praised Trump for his role in Gaza truce.

For Japan's new leader, key to connecting with Trump could be Ford F-150 truck

President Donald Trump has arrived in Japan. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi hopes to improve trade relations. A proposal to buy Ford F-150 trucks is being considered. This could be a significant diplomatic move.

The Latest: US and South Korea advance trade talks during Trump’s visit to Asia

The United States and South Korea advanced trade talks on Wednesday, addressing details of $350 billion that would be invested in the American economy, after negotiations and ceremonies that included the presentation of a gold medal and crown to President Donald Trump.
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