Only about 52 countries in the world drive on the left side of the road, this driving system was introduced by Great Britain. Out of the total of 193 sovereign states, only 52 drive on the left side of the road or say right hand drive mounted vehicles. This makes about 1/4. Of the world total of driving with right-hand drive vehicles. More research shows that there is no special reason while countries including the United States of America claim that it is safer.
Some readers might wonder how to convert a right-sided address to a left-sided one. Obviously, this is not that simple and the risks and costs involved must be properly considered. But why is there a demand for such a method, and why do such users not buy right-hand drive or left-hand drive vehicles first-hand to comply with their country’s traffic regulations? The results show that customers who cannot afford a new car opt for a second-hand one and when looking for a high-quality second-hand vehicle with lower mileage and high specifications their eyes turn to Japan.
Japan is the largest market for the export of high quality used cars, but Japan has a traffic system equivalent to the UK and drives on the left hand side of the road. Therefore, customers who want Japanese domestic vehicles must drive a right-hand drive vehicle or do steering conversion if there are strict rules on right-hand drive used vehicle imports. Some countries have banned right-hand drive vehicle imports altogether, drawing the attention of used-vehicle exporters to provide a left-hand drive conversion. One such exporter is Nexuss International Co.Ltd. From Japan known as Nexuscars. They strive to give full support to global used car importers from Japan.
The steering conversion process is technical and is not limited to mechanical but also electrical. Vehicles that have central locking, power windows and power steering need to be reset after conversion so that the driver does not feel different from the original. In the conversion process, the dashboard, door trims and steering kit including pedals must first be removed. The empty spaces of the pedals on the floor must be fixed taking great care not to burn any electrical elements. Then the brake master cylinder, air conditioning, heater and power steering cables need to be fixed on the opposite side. The important factor is to install the new electrical system and new rubber parts and cables, including the pedals.
Airbags are very sensitive, so great care must be taken when removing the steering mount and reattaching it. Finally, the full checks to make sure the entire electrical system is working properly after fixing the new dash and properly welding the new steering bracket to the passenger side. Once all features are tested, the door trims need to be fixed and the job is almost done. In Japan there are road speed testers that will electronically report driving; this saves the risks on the way. After the test is successful, your converted left-hand drive car is ready for safe driving.
There are few workshops in Japan that provide this extraordinary service with qualified mechanics. Steering conversion prices can vary and depend on the type of vehicle, but always have a second opinion on prices and experience of such jobs. Have a nice drive.