戦後の荒廃の中、電気自動車を作った後にプリンス自 動車でスカイラインとグロリアという新車種の開発を 担当しました。新しい製品は、思い切った発想と良い 物を造ろうという意思が最も大切です。また自動車を 作るには、多くの方々の協力とチームワークも重要で あり、私はその仲間と共に殿堂入りを受け入れました。 今後も日本自動車殿堂には、自動車界に様々な貢献や 成果を残された方々を顕彰していただきたい。

In the devastation right after World War II, after developing electric cars I took charge of design and production of the new cars, “Skyline” and “Gloria”, in Prince Motors, Ltd. For develop- ing new products, I believe daring concept and rm intention of creating the best products are most important. In manufacturing automobiles, cooperation and good teamwork of various talents are also important. I understand my title of the inductee of the Japan Automotive Hall of Fame is awarded to us including the partners. I hope the Japan Automotive Hall of Fame will continue to recognize people who accomplish various achievements and make remarkable contribution to our automobile society.

Jiro Tanaka
Former Executive Director
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

Former Vice President
Nissan Diesel Motor Co., Ltd.