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What is JDM?
What is JDM? (Info for you stupid ass ricers!)
The term Japanese domestic market (JDM) is used by companies in Japan to refer to the local market for domestic goods and services, as opposed to the international, non-Japanese market. Within the automotive hobbyist import scene, this term, and the related term Japanese domestic model, most commonly refer to Japanese-brand automobiles and parts designed and constructed to conform to Japanese vehicle and equipment regulations and to suit Japanese market preferences.
As the international import hobbyist scene has developed, so too has the term "JDM". It is often used loosely to describe styling and performance of Japanese brand vehicles regardless of geographical location or point of origin (and even the sub-culture itself).
Some hardline JDM enthusiasts maintain that a vehicle should not be considered JDM unless its place of origin is Japan. Others focus on the form and function of their vehicles, often equipping them with upgraded components from Japan and avoiding aftermarket components whenever possible. This culture was heavily inspired by Japanese circuit racing of the mid-90's.
Although a highly subjective matter, this "JDM Culture" is philosophically at odds with what most hobbyists consider "Ricers". Ricers are thought to give Japanese auto-makers a reputation for gaudiness as opposed to performance and lower-profile (cleaner) styling.
Examples (Honda):
JDM:
OEM/aftermarket exhausts no bigger than 3"
14" 15" 16"JDM rims or OEM (Brands such as Volk, Rays, Spoon, etc.)
OEM headlight and taillights
Full Coilover systems
OEM lips
Rice:
Muffler w/ 4" tip
17" Chrome Rims
Clear Altezza Taillights
Halo Projector Headlights
Ebay suspension
Body kits
Examples (pictures):
JDM Civic:
Rice Civic:
JDM MR2:
Rice MR2:
The term Japanese domestic market (JDM) is used by companies in Japan to refer to the local market for domestic goods and services, as opposed to the international, non-Japanese market. Within the automotive hobbyist import scene, this term, and the related term Japanese domestic model, most commonly refer to Japanese-brand automobiles and parts designed and constructed to conform to Japanese vehicle and equipment regulations and to suit Japanese market preferences.
As the international import hobbyist scene has developed, so too has the term "JDM". It is often used loosely to describe styling and performance of Japanese brand vehicles regardless of geographical location or point of origin (and even the sub-culture itself).
Some hardline JDM enthusiasts maintain that a vehicle should not be considered JDM unless its place of origin is Japan. Others focus on the form and function of their vehicles, often equipping them with upgraded components from Japan and avoiding aftermarket components whenever possible. This culture was heavily inspired by Japanese circuit racing of the mid-90's.
Although a highly subjective matter, this "JDM Culture" is philosophically at odds with what most hobbyists consider "Ricers". Ricers are thought to give Japanese auto-makers a reputation for gaudiness as opposed to performance and lower-profile (cleaner) styling.
Examples (Honda):
JDM:
OEM/aftermarket exhausts no bigger than 3"
14" 15" 16"JDM rims or OEM (Brands such as Volk, Rays, Spoon, etc.)
OEM headlight and taillights
Full Coilover systems
OEM lips
Rice:
Muffler w/ 4" tip
17" Chrome Rims
Clear Altezza Taillights
Halo Projector Headlights
Ebay suspension
Body kits
Examples (pictures):
JDM Civic:
Rice Civic:
JDM MR2:
Rice MR2:
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