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Tokyo Aqua-Line's Variable Tolls Continue: Drive for ~$3 USD at Off-Peak Hours!70
Tokyo Aqua-Line's variable ETC toll system will continue through fiscal year 2026.
Implemented on weekends and holidays to alleviate congestion, showing success in shortening peak traffic times.
Off-peak tolls can be as low as ¥400 (approx. $3 USD). Check the specific time-based rates.

Vellfire 'Sedan' Shock! Big V8 Engine & RWD! NATS crafts a Luxury Custom with a Stunning White Interior!75
NATS (Nihon Automotive College School of Technology) unveiled a custom "Vellfire Sedan" at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026.
A radical concept: transforming a Vellfire minivan into a sedan.
Features a large-displacement V8 engine and rear-wheel drive, creating a high-end, powerful model.

Team Mitsubishi Ralliart Unveils New Livery for Triton AXCR2026 Rally Car70
Team Mitsubishi Ralliart, with technical support from Mitsubishi Motors, will enter three Triton pickup trucks in the AXCR2026 (Asia Cross Country Rally 2026) in Thailand in August.
The team has unveiled the new livery for its AXCR2026 entry.
Preparations are underway for the AXCR2026 challenge.

Alfa Romeo Japan Introduces Limited Edition Giulia & Stelvio Quadrifoglio Collezione (63 Units Worldwide)65
Alfa Romeo Japan announces the limited-edition Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio Collezione.
Ultra-limited production run of only 63 units worldwide.
Lottery-based sales are open at authorized dealers from March 20th to April 19th. The Giulia is priced at ¥19,630,000 and the Stelvio at ¥20,100,000.

Suzuki Every Custom Draws Attention! Jimny-esque Design Sparks 'Sell it as is!' Demands80
Suzuki showcased the "Every Wagon Wanpaku Rider" custom car at the Osaka Auto Messe 2026.
The rugged custom, featuring a blacked-out grille, has garnered significant attention.
Online comments express positive sentiment, with many likening it to a "wagon version of the Jimny" and requesting it be sold as is.

Toyota "Tiny Land Cruiser" for $30k?! Jimny Land's "70YO.70" Turns Suzuki Jimny into a Mini-Me 70 Series70
Fukuoka-based Jimny specialist "Jimny Land" has created a complete model called "70YO.70" that's generating buzz.
Based on the current Suzuki Jimny, it recreates the design of the Toyota 70 Series Land Cruiser.
Priced at approximately $30,000 USD, its high degree of completion is drawing a lot of attention.

The Secret of the Mysterious Mirror Inside Your Car: Unveiling the Hidden Function Behind the Sun Visor60
A renewed focus is on the small mirror behind the sun visor, especially during the spring travel season.
Although its purpose might not be immediately obvious, it's an essential convenience feature for many drivers.
This article delves into the role of this mirror and the background of its evolution.

Toyota Launches "New" Land Cruiser FJ in Thailand: Compact, Affordable, and Potential JDM Hit!70
Toyota has unveiled the new Land Cruiser FJ in Thailand, the smallest Land Cruiser yet at 4.4m long.
The vehicle is being showcased at the Bangkok International Motor Show.
High expectations for a potential Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) release.

Honda Releases 'Prelude-Do Spice Pork Curry' – a Flavor-Changing Curry50
Honda is launching "Prelude-Do Spice Pork Curry", a curry designed to offer changing flavors.
Available on the official Honda FunShop EC site from April 17th.
Priced at ¥1200 (approx. $9 USD), this spice pork curry is an easily accessible way to enjoy authentic flavors at home.

Subaru to Unveil New SUV Globally: 420-HP, AWD, and Illuminated Star Cluster!80
Subaru will globally debut a new SUV at the 2026 New York International Auto Show.
Expect a potent 420-horsepower engine paired with Subaru's signature symmetrical AWD.
The design will feature a striking illuminated star cluster emblem.

Nissan Unveils Refreshed Kicks! Sharp New Look & Ideal 4.3m Size! What's the Difference Between the Upcoming Japanese 2nd-Gen and the Updated Thai Model?60
Nissan Thailand reveals a facelifted Kicks e-POWER.
This is a significant update to the first-generation model, distinct from the 2nd-gen Kicks expected in Japan.
Key updates include a redesigned exterior, notably a refreshed front fascia.

Nissan Unveils 420HP Next-Gen Fairlady Z (Z NISMO) for US Market: Retro Design, 6-Speed Manual, and GT-R Brakes!90
Nissan North America unveils the 2027 Z (Fairlady Z in Japan) and Z NISMO models.
This is more than a minor refresh, with significant design and handling improvements.
The Z NISMO boasts 420 horsepower, GT-R derived brakes, and a 6-speed manual transmission.
