Shocking Pile-Up: Tokyo Expressway Releases Footage of Chain-Reaction Crash Caused by Sudden Braking
Metropolitan Expressway (Shutoko) releases shocking footage of a pile-up accident as a cautionary tale for the Golden Week holidays.
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"Cheaper Than a Kei Car!" The 970,000 Yen New Car! A 2.2m Long "3-Seater" Trike Causes a Sensation! No Vehicle Inspection Required & Can Be Driven with an AT License, and There's Even an Option for Air Conditioning! The eNEO NEO-ONE is the Talk of the Town70
Daizo's NEO-ONE compact EV trike is gaining attention as a new mode of transport, thanks to its affordable price and ease of driving.
With a compact size of 2.2m in length, it can be driven with a regular automatic transmission license and does not require vehicle inspection.
An air-conditioned model is also available, taking comfort into consideration.
Toyota's "New" Land Cruiser FJ: The smallest and most affordable model in the series?80
Toyota unveiled the new "Land Cruiser FJ" on October 21, 2025.
Launch is scheduled for mid-2026.
Expected to be the smallest and most accessible model in the Land Cruiser lineup.
Suzuki Super Carry Kei Truck Gets the "Invincible Secret Base" Treatment with Official HARD CARGO Accessories65
HARD CARGO officially launches custom parts for the Suzuki Super Carry kei truck.
Featured at the Suzuki booth at the Osaka Auto Messe 2026.
Focuses on professional-grade customization blending work and leisure.
Whale? Rolling Real Estate? The Wild Stories Behind Car Nicknames in Japan65
In Japan, cars often acquired nicknames organically, not from the manufacturers themselves.
Some of these nicknames were less than flattering, reflecting the car's design or market perception.
This article looks back at some of the more unusual, and sometimes unflattering, nicknames given to cars in Japan.
Japanese TV Personality Sakura Inoue Reveals Her Luxury SUV: A ¥6 Million Impulse Buy!20
Japanese TV personality Sakura Inoue announced the delivery of her new car on social media.
The vehicle is a luxury SUV, reportedly costing around ¥6 million.
The post featuring the delivery day has garnered significant attention.
After 19 Years, Bypass Opens to Ease Omiya Station Congestion: Saitama's 'Sangyo Road' Bypass to Open February 18th60
Saitama City's Sangyo Road (Amanuma section) bypass is set to open on February 18th.
This approximately 670m bypass connecting north and south Omiya area aims to alleviate chronic traffic congestion.
The 4-lane road will contribute to smoother regional traffic and improved disaster prevention capabilities.
Honda Fit/Jazz Gets a Radical Makeover in China: From Shiba Inu to Sharp-Eyed Good Looks! Starting at $10,000!75
Honda's popular compact car, the Fit/Jazz, undergoes a significant facelift for the Chinese market.
The exterior design has been completely revamped, moving away from the previous cute 'Shiba Inu' look to a sharper, more aggressive aesthetic.
The Chinese-spec Fit/Jazz is generating buzz with its attractive starting price of around $10,000 USD.
Near Miss Pile-Up: NEXCO Releases Video of Single-Car Accident in Construction Zone5
NEXCO Central Japan's Kanazawa branch released a video of a single-car accident in a construction zone.
The video shows a white sedan crashing into and riding up on a barricade.
Approaching vehicles narrowly avoided a potentially massive pile-up.
Yamaha JOG E Electric Scooter: No Battery or Charger Included!? A New 'Gachaco' Swapping Experience55
Yamaha launched the JOG E electric scooter in Tokyo and Osaka (pre-launch Dec 22, 2025).
Unique approach: No battery or charger sold; relies on Gachaco battery-swapping network.
Ride impression review by motorcycle journalist Kondo Supataro.
Nissan Launches New 5-Seater Serena "Multi-Box" Variant: Fuel Efficiency & Smart Trade-In Tips65
Nissan introduces a new 5-seater, 2-row "Multi-Box" variant of the Serena minivan.
Geared towards outdoor enthusiasts and those interested in car camping (車中泊).
The article also provides tips on how to get the best trade-in value for your current car when upgrading to the new Serena.
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[Short Series] Tein EDFC5 Suspension Damping Force Controller Tested on Street & Circuit!! [Sponsored]65
Tein's EDFC5 is an electronic controller that allows you to adjust the suspension damping force from inside the car.
This time, the EDFC5 is actually installed in the vehicle and its effectiveness is verified in various driving scenes from city driving to circuit driving.
By using EDFC5, you can easily change the optimal suspension settings according to the driving conditions, and achieve both riding comfort and driving performance.
