Nissan to Hold Long-Term Vision Presentation on Future Products and Technologies on April 14th

Renault Japan has launched the Grand Kangoo Couleur, a 7-seater mini-van exclusively for the JDM market.

Priced at ¥4,590,000 (approx. $31,000 USD), it's generating buzz as a compelling alternative to the larger Alphard.

Key features include unique rear barn doors and 1024 seat configurations.

Liberty Walk unveiled the lb★nation SSX-660R at the 2018 Tokyo Auto Salon.

Based on a Honda kei-car platform, it features NSX-inspired design cues.

A head-turning custom car that surpasses kei-car dimensions, resembling a regular-sized vehicle.

Volvo Cars has launched its largest Over-The-Air (OTA) software update to date.

The update introduces the new 'Volvo Car UX' for vehicles equipped with Google built-in.

Rollout began on March 3rd.

Suzuki has announced an agreement to acquire the solid-state battery business from Kanadevia.

The business transfer is scheduled for July 1, 2026.

This move aims to accelerate Suzuki's in-house development of solid-state battery technology.

Toyota GR GT and GR GT3 demo runs electrified the Tokyo Auto Salon 2026.

The vehicles drew significant attention from gathered car enthusiasts.

Rumors suggest the GR GT boasts over 650 horsepower.

Caravan specialty shop "Body Line" transforms Kei vans and trucks into Caravan-inspired builds.

Two models, the "Caravan Mini" and a custom Caravan, were showcased at the Osaka Auto Messe 2026.

These builds capture the essence of the Caravan while maintaining the practicality and maneuverability of a Kei car.

A Nissan "Hakosuka" Skyline 2000GT-R was showcased at the Nostalgic 2 Days 2026 event in Yokohama.

This particular Hakosuka has been in storage for 52 years and has never undergone a vehicle inspection (Shaken).

Remarkably, it retains its original tires and has only clocked 20,000km (approx. 12,400 miles).

The Toyota Harrier remains a popular SUV choice.

Sales remain strong even after minor updates in June 2025.

The entry-level "G (Gasoline, 2WD)" model is highlighted for its value and appeal.

Current-gen Prius registrations are down a staggering 50% YoY!

Sales have been declining since 2023, indicating a serious drop in demand.

Dealership interviews reveal the changing landscape for the iconic hybrid.

The "AGRESS WRX Wagon," customized by Auto Produce A3, was showcased at the Osaka Auto Messe 2026.

This custom model features a wide body and aggressive aerodynamic parts.

It's attracting attention as a high-performance sports wagon.

Nissan India has unveiled the Gravite, a new sub-4m MPV.

This strategic model features a sub-$10,000 price point and a 3-row seating configuration.

Although not intended for the Japanese market, it has garnered significant interest and demand from Japanese consumers.