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Subaru Unveils New BRZ-Based Concept and Hints at 364-HP Hatchback: Motorsport Push Intensifies!75
Subaru establishes a new "Sports Vehicle Planning Office" to bolster its motorsport activities.
Details revealed for the "SUBARU HIGH PERFORMANCE X Version II" set to compete in the 2026 Super Taikyu series.
Plans for the All-Japan Rally Championship announced, showcasing a BRZ-based concept.
Possible hint at a new 364-horsepower hatchback model.

Honda's New Compact SUV "Zero Alpha" Spotted Testing in India, Launching in 2027?70
Honda is re-evaluating its electrification strategy, halting some EV production plans in the US.
Simultaneously, road tests of the new compact SUV "Honda 0 α (Zero Alpha)" have begun in India, targeting the growing market.
The launch is expected in 2027, with prices potentially starting from the upper 4 million Yen range (approx. $28,000 USD).

Need to Pee After Passing the Last Rest Stop? Can You Use the Toilet at a Japanese Expressway Toll Booth?60
Ever been on the expressway in Japan and desperately needed a bathroom after passing the last rest stop?
Toll booth facilities are technically intended for expressway users.
In emergencies, you can ask the toll booth attendant to use the restroom. Knowing a little Japanese helps!

Can You Afford the Wildly Popular bZ4X? Government Subsidies Make it Surprisingly Accessible!75
Exploring the real-world cost of owning Toyota's popular bZ4X EV.
Breaks down the total price, including options and associated fees.
Highlights how government subsidies can make the bZ4X surprisingly affordable and within reach.

Daihatsu Hijet Truck, Japan's #1 Kei Truck, Gets Safety-Focused Update!60
Daihatsu's Hijet Truck, the top-selling kei truck in Japan, has been updated, launching March 19, 2026.
The update focuses on enhanced preventative safety features.
The Hijet Truck maintains its position as the best-selling kei truck in the Japanese market.

Nissan Establishes Software Development Hub in Osaka to Accelerate SDV Platform Development60
Nissan is opening a new satellite office in Osaka to bolster its vehicle software development capabilities.
The hub will focus on accelerating the development of Software Defined Vehicles (SDV).
Operations will commence on April 1, 2026, driving forward the SDV development platform.

Honda's "Mini MR Sports Car"! 215 HP High-Revving V4 & Ultra-Light Body! Exploring the 3-Meter-Long "Project 2&4"80
The Honda "Project 2&4" is a concept car that Honda unveiled, featuring a MotoGP machine engine in an ultimate sports car configuration.
It boasts a compact 3-meter-long body, a high-revving 215 horsepower V4 engine, and an ultra-lightweight design.
The unique design and high driving performance have garnered significant attention, with many still hoping for a production version.

GR Sport Minivan? A Look at the Used Toyota Voxy GR Sport Market in Japan55
Toyota's GR Sport treatment was applied to the popular Voxy minivan.
Features unique sporty interior and exterior styling compared to the standard model.
A look at the used car market prices and key buying points for the Voxy GR Sport.

Mazda Launches New CX-60 from ¥3.82 Million! 3.3L Inline-6 Turbo with 231 HP! New Polymetal Gray Color! What's the Color Variation of the 4.7m Class "New Crossover"?65
Mazda has launched the new CX-60 in Japan.
Features a 3.3L inline-6 turbo engine producing 231 horsepower.
Available in 8 color variations, including the new Polymetal Gray.

Toyota Unveils New Corolla Altis Sedan in Thailand: Compact Size, 140hp Engine, and Sporty GRS Trim65
Toyota Thailand has unveiled a facelifted version of the Corolla Altis sedan, produced locally.
The new Altis maintains a compact sedan footprint, with a length under 4.7 meters.
It features a 140hp engine and a sporty GRS trim level for enhanced appeal.


