What is JDM?

I've lost my patience with the internet. So here I am, definitively stating, what JDM is. Feel free to tell me how I'm wrong in the comments!

#jdm #japan #jdmcars

[Mawndow]

I think it's just common lingo to call made in Japan cars JDM.

And people who make a point to call enthusiasts out and say "Thats not JDM bro, it wasn't sold in Japan" seem kinda snobby cause they own an import (like this guy).

[chazznaggs]

A lot of people need to hear this. I see too many guys in the US calling their Honda Civic “JDM af bro” 🤣

[ahmetturkmen]

“True information is both more accessible and less common than ever before.” Wise words.

[squirrelworks]

Much appreciated dude. I know it must be annoying for you to have to define, but as someone new to cars and trying to learn I appreciate it.

[JDMism]

I knew my car was truly JDM when the accessory wiring started a fire

[amardoyan]

Such a cool video that I feel like so many people need to actually see!!! Good job buddy!

[CobraCommanderX]

The whole time you're discussing what JDM is I noticed you're sitting in one of those JDM minivans that have the rear facing middle row with the 360 curtains. I couldn't think of a better example of something that the Japanese domestic market wanted that the US market never caught on to. Excellent video, your production skills are awesome and the information that you present is delivered in a very authoritative style because you know your stuff!

[Kobold_Green]

The Suzuki Jimny has a JDM version that is literally only sold in Japan. It's smaller, lighter, and lacks fender flares. This is to make it fit into the "Kei" class, which means lower road tax, and reduced insurance premiums

[derrickjones]

Thanks for explaining this, MANY needed to hear it!!

[grahamchan]

I guess im probably alot older than your audience.

Believe it or not, as the year 2000 approached. The term "JDM" often referred to a style, or like you mentioned a blooming area of car"culture." The scene was almost completely dominated by Hondas at this time.

Authentic imported JDM parts, the JDM subtle look, which was a move away from big body kits and into the oem+ look had become a huge unstoppable phenomenon.

Few people used the term to refer to what market the car was manufactured for, until more recently.

So we should really thank early website forums, the late 90s Honda scene, and the legendary sports car culture of Japan for making the term JDM what it is today.

[AcquiredPrawn]

I can hear the 23 year olds in the US whining that their D15 civic hatch is “JDM AF” with their fart can and slammed suspension.
“I mean it’s basically a detuned, LHD, four lug CTR” is literally what I was told looking a 90s hatch almost 10 years ago

[AkemiGuraaaa]

i thought jdm was japan drift maniacs lol

[kplayboigax]

What i find crazy is that it could have the right hand drive and main components for a JDM car, but it could STILL not be counted as a JDM car☠️☠️☠️

[drewsmith]

Hahaha, I have a ‘97 CR-V RD1 (Japan spec) and finally googled the definition. Great video! Was familiar with the term being used around the Japanese car crowd.
I keep seeing it on parts I’m now special ordering... 😂

[CobraCommanderX]

By the way, have you ever considered seeing what the sport bike scene is like there? Could be worth looking into.

[wheresthepick]

All this day i though...jdm means "japanese drift machine"

[crschtt]

> JDMはなんですか ←this sounds more like "JDM is what" rather than "what is JDM", what I'd use might be "JDMとは" "JDMって何" "JDM 定義"

[King_Bob_II]

Me thinking JDM means Japanese Drift Masters

[koulematon]

My family owned a 1997(?) Nissan Almera N15, produced in Japan for European markets, so not a real JDM. Unfortunately it got scrapped, before I could drive it at least once. But I loved it.
My first car (and current also) is Mitsubishi Space Star (known in the US as Mirage). I wanted to lay my hands on any Japanese car, because in my country they're known for their reliability. Although some think it is a poorly designed car, it is perfect for European roads and for learners like me.
Sadly it wasn't produced in Japan but in another Asian country, but I'm still proud to drive a product of Japanese technical thought.
JDM for life.

[mista]

"Apparently, the Internet is crazy" yes, yes indeed.