Right, but coliveira didn't mention import. I for one would love to own a Hilux instead of a Tacoma, but if Toyota made a Hilux in NA then there would be no rule that restricts you from it. I agree that the legal standards for occupant safety are far too stringent, I feel like occupant safety should be an optional feature (especially for people who drive in conditions where you're either guaranteed to die no matter what, or guaranteed not to collide).