# Japan Now Powers Ireland's Used Car Market | Belfast News

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Podcast: [Belfast News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/belfast-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598384)
Published: 2026-09-12T11:55:05+00:00
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The Irish used car market just flipped upside down—after Brexit, UK imports dried up, and Japan swooped in, now supplying over half all used cars. But it’s not just Toyotas: German luxury brands like BMWs and Mercedes, originally sold new in Japan, are flooding in. Thanks to Japan’s ultra-strict Shaken inspection, these cars are in mint condition with low mileage. Why? Japanese owners trade in their cars early and treat them like family. So if you’re hunting for a high-quality used ride, check the auction sheet and history report—you might snag a gem that’s younger than its plate suggests. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f6f99e5138db5a20

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