Following the lead of Toyota and Nissan, Honda is considering importing vehicles from its North American factories as a countermeasure to Trump-era tariffs.

Honda plans to import vehicles from both Honda North America and Acura.

The Honda Passport and Acura Integra are expected to be the first models imported under this strategy.

Mitsuoka Motors has released an updated version of the Viewt Story compact car.

The 1.0-liter model has been discontinued, and new exterior colors have been added.

Social media reactions are positive, praising the retro design and the availability of a manual transmission.

Subaru has announced an updated Forester model for the Japanese market.

A new "Touring" grade featuring a turbocharged engine has been added to the lineup.

The starting price of ¥3,850,000 (approximately $26,500 USD) has been met with positive reactions.

KTC has released a cordless blower gun set designed to dramatically reduce drying time after washing your car.

Boasting a maximum air velocity of approximately 51 m/s, it efficiently removes water droplets, making the drying process much faster.

Cordless and lightweight, it eliminates the need for a compressor and is suitable for various applications, from car washing to interior cleaning and garage work.

Modern cars are increasingly adopting hidden door handle designs.

This trend is driven by improved aerodynamics and increased efficiency for the EV era.

Automakers like Toyota (with the Prius) are implementing these latest door handle technologies.

Honda's popular N-BOX Kei car gets a "Black Style" special edition.

The luxurious interior and sporty exterior are receiving positive feedback.

The black-based design creates a unique personality, differentiating it from the standard N-BOX.

Volvo Car Japan has updated the EX30 series, their compact electric SUV, streamlining the trim level offerings.

The update includes revised trim names and minor specification changes for a simpler lineup.

The updated EX30 remains a key model in Volvo's electrification strategy for the Japanese market.

Nissan is exhibiting at the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 in Yokohama.

The focus is on AIDV (Autonomous Intelligent Drive Vehicle) technology and electrification technology.

Nissan aims to showcase its future vision through its latest technologies.

The Volvo XC40 gets a major update after 8 years on the market.

Exterior, interior, and technology have evolved, creating a more refined impression.

The appeal lies in the minimalist Scandinavian design and the latest safety and driver assistance technologies.

The Mitsubishi Delica D:5, now in its 19th year, has achieved record sales as a unique minivan.

The 8-seater version shines especially during family camping trips, where space is a premium.

This article examines the practicality of its 6:4 split bench seat and versatile seat arrangements for real-world family use.

Mazda has updated its Scrum Wagon kei-car van for 2026.

Features a refreshed, more aggressive design with enhanced safety and comfort features.

Retains its spacious interior and dual sliding doors, improving overall appeal.