In the early days of Japan’s automotive history, Mr. Sukeo Ohta took his work on engines a stage further by developing the small-sized OS automobile, which duly led to the mass-production of the Ohta series. Ohta developed the basic technology behind today’s automobile production, with his philosophy and passion inherited by a second and third generation, thus making a huge contribution to the progress of our industry. In recognition of these great achievements, the Japan Automotive Hall of Fame is honored to induct Mr. Sukeo Ohta into the Hall of Fame.

Ohta with a nine-cylinder aero-engine in 1916.

The domestically designed and built OS car, powered by a 950cc ohv four, 1922.

Ohta catalog, printed in September 1934.

An Ohta racer at Tamagawa Speedway in 1936 that won the race.

The Ohta PA-3 sedan of 1951.

A Formula Nippon racing car.