Daihatsu Cars and Autos

The Daihatsu motor car company
This section provides access to the cars and autos manufactured under the name of the Daihatsu motor car company. An online guide for auto enthusiasts covering old and new cars and autos. If you like car talk then you will love this website! A free, online resource with facts and company information about the cars and autos made by the Daihatsu motor car company.

What is mission statement of Daihatsu?
The mission statement or vision of Daihatsu is:

"As a company we are practical, innovative and imaginative and as a member of the Toyota Group we aim to become the world's leading compact car maker."

Founding of the Daihatsu motor car company
The Daihatsu motor car company was founded in 1951.

History of Daihatsu motor car company
The history of the Daihatsu motor car company can be traced back to 1907 when Hatsudoki Seizo Co Ltd was founded, with the Daihatsu brand name being introduced in 1951. From 1951 to 1958 Daihatsu only built three wheelers until introducing its first four wheeler in 1958. From the beginning Daihatsu specialized in small capacity passenger cars and four wheel drive off roader's, the company still makes these cars but is now controled by Toyota.

The following company information and history timeline details the dates of major events which has influenced the growth of Daihatsu.

1907:  Hatsudoki Seizo Co Ltd founded

1951:  Company Hatsudoki Seizo Co Ltd renamed to Daihatsu Motor Co Ltd.

1967:  Daihatsu signs an agreement with the Toyota Motor Corporation.

1988:  Charade and Rocky Launched in USA by Daihatsu USA.

1992:  February Daihatsu USA shuts down.

1999:  Toyota gain a 51% controlling interest in Daihatsu Motor Ltd.

What models and types of cars and automobiles does the Daihatsu motor car company produce?
The models and types of cars and automobiles produced by the company include those detailed on the following list. Whether you enjoy comparing cars and autos, want to conduct some research before you buy a new car or a used car or finally an automobile enthusiast who loves fast, cool, new, old, vintage, classic, antique, sports, top, muscle or exotic cars we have the info you are searching for! Select the automobile you are interested in and click the link for access to an online overview of this Daihatsu vehicle with car guides, online facts, information, statistics, specs, specifications, design details and ratings of cars and autos.