Another State Could Legalize Japanese Mini Trucks. Story by Anthony Alaniz • 2w. Texas and Colorado have passed laws to protect imported Kei trucks so far this year.

Last spring he bought a Japanese-made mini-truck for that purpose. He said he probably saves at least $100 a week in gas money. “It didn’t bother my pride any to get into a little pickup truck ...

Q: Are Japanese mini trucks still being deemed too unsafe for road travel, even though this state allows for motorcycles to be ridden without helmets? They should just be hit with a flat tax and ...

The imported mini-trucks are cute, but they’re also quite serviceable—if you can use them on public roads. By Matt Crisara Published: Jun 12, 2025 8:00 AM EDT 8 ...

Imported Japanese mini trucks, known as kei trucks, are becoming an increasingly common sight on Melbourne’s streets as alternatives for carrying tools or delivering a load, without the extra bulk.

Photo: Aaron Yoshino. One of JDM Hawaii’s 15 employees completes a 48−point inspection of an imported kei truck, or Japanese mini truck. JDM stands for Japanese Domestic Market and refers to the older ...

SALEM Ore. (KPTV) - Oregon lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow Japanese mini trucks, known as Kei trucks, to be legally registered for use on public roads and highways.

The ‘kei’ cars and trucks are growing in popularity in the U.S. But many states have explicitly banned them in recent years. A bill at the statehouse would allow them on Colorado roads.