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Twin-Exhaust on a 100hp Sedan?! Thai Nissan Almera's Factory Custom is Too Good for Japan to Miss Out!65
Highlights the factory custom model of the Nissan Almera, a compact sedan sold in Thailand.
The vehicle showcased at the Bangkok International Motor Show features a twin-exhaust and exclusive aero parts.
Showcases the customization potential for the Almera, allowing owners to enjoy the practical car with added individuality.
Toyota Land Cruiser 250 "Urban Style" Concept Debuts: Matte Gray Meets Gloss Black for JDM Cool70
Toyota unveiled the Land Cruiser 250 "Urban Style" customization concept at FIELD STYLE TOKYO 2026.
The concept features a striking matte gray paint job paired with gloss black accents, creating a sophisticated urban aesthetic.
This customized model is highly anticipated for potential commercial release in the JDM market.
YURT Unveils Sienta Vanlife Roomkit: Level Up Your Toyota Sienta's Camping Game!60
YURT has released a "VANLIFE ROOMKIT" exclusively for the 7-seater Toyota Sienta.
Creates a near-flat (approx. 2cm deviation) sleeping platform for enhanced comfort.
Loft-style design divides the space vertically for optimal space utilization.
Why the Change? Renaming a Car Isn't Always the Answer! The Successes and Failures of Renamed Cars65
Just renaming a car doesn't guarantee success, especially when sales are struggling.
This article examines five cars that underwent name changes, analyzing whether the strategy worked.
It explores the reasons behind these renamings and the market's response.
Nissan's "Fake" GT-R Surfaces for $9,000?! V6 Power in a Tiny Package75
A purported Nissan GT-R has surfaced on an overseas used car site, sparking debate.
The vehicle's exterior mimics a GT-R, but significant internal differences are apparent.
Priced at roughly $9,000 USD (¥1.4 million JPY), it's cheaper than a new Kei car.
April 2026 New Car Sales Rankings: Suzuki Spacia Leads Kei Cars, Toyota Yaris Tops Passenger Cars55
The Japan Automobile Dealers Association and the All Japan Light Motor Vehicle Association released new car sales rankings by model for April 2026.
The Suzuki Spacia topped the kei car (light automobile) sales charts.
The Toyota Yaris secured the top spot in the passenger car sales rankings.
Most Popular Car News Last Week: Subaru Boxer Rally spec.Z with New 4WD Configuration Gains Traction65
Last week's top article on Car Watch focused on the Subaru Boxer Rally spec.Z, highlighting its new 4WD system.
The ranking covers the period from May 4th to May 10th.
The Boxer Rally spec.Z is anticipated to be a model inheriting Subaru's new 4WD technology and rally DNA.
Toyota GR to Sell Special Rally Japan 2026 Merch: "GR Rally Piyorin" & Takamoto Katsuta Victory Gear!60
Toyota GAZOO Racing (GR) announces special merchandise for Rally Japan 2026, held in Aichi/Gifu in May 2026.
Collaboration includes "GR Rally Piyorin," a rally car-themed version of Aichi's popular "Piyorin" chick-shaped dessert.
Also releasing Takamoto Katsuta victory merchandise; details to follow but expected to be a hit with fans.
Wildly Modified BRZ Takes 5th in First Rally! Subaru & Toshihiro Arai See Limitless Potential85
Heavily modified BRZ, packing a 2.4L turbo and direct-coupled AWD, makes its rally debut.
Driven by Toshihiro Arai, the car finishes in a respectable 5th place.
Despite challenges, Arai senses immense potential in the radically transformed machine.
Nissan Unveils "New" Clipper Van & Rio: Rugged "Tough Mask" Design & Enhanced Interior for Kei Van & Wagon55
Nissan releases updated Clipper Van and Rio kei-cars, featuring a refreshed design and enhanced practicality.
The "Tough Mask" front-end gives a more rugged and aggressive look to the popular kei van and wagon.
Interior updates and focus on spaciousness cater to the growing demand for overnight camping and road trips.
Honda's Integra Returns to Japan: The Legend Reborn with the 5th Gen 'Type S'!85
Honda is bringing back the Acura Integra to the Japanese market.
The high-performance Type S variant, based on the North American Integra, will be available.
The Integra's return after 19 years is major news for Japanese car enthusiasts.
A Sports Car's Nightmare? Racing Driver Falls Hard for the Unexpected: The Astro Starcraft!70
A racing driver was genuinely impressed by the Astro Starcraft van.
The van offers impressive comfort and surprisingly good handling.
It challenges the notion of what a minivan can be, even potentially outperforming sports cars on winding roads.