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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Josie Clarke

Car firm has advert banned over ‘racial slur’ in company name

A vehicle import business has issued an apology after the advertising watchdog concluded its company name was likely to result in serious racial offence.

Jap Car South expressed regret to “any members of the public” who were offended by the inclusion of the word “Jap” in its title.

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