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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Beyond HiAce: Unveiling the "KAYOIBAKO" – Toyota's Revolutionary Commercial Vehicle Platform Strategy!80
Introduction of Toyota's "KAYOIBAKO," a highlight of the 2025 Japan Mobility Show.
A revolutionary platform strategy surpassing conventional commercial vehicle concepts.
Praised for its innovation by the automotive magazine "Best Car."
Half the Price of the New One?! What Made the Original CR-V So Innovative?65
The latest CR-V has become more luxurious, but the first-generation CR-V, launched in 1995, started at a price range similar to the Honda Fit.
The first-generation CR-V had many innovative features for its time.
The article highlights what made the original CR-V so groundbreaking.
WORK Revives Legendary VS KF♯ Wheel in Limited-Edition Chrome65
WORK unveils the limited-edition VS KF♯ Chrome Edition at Osaka Auto Messe 2026.
A revival of the classic VS KF♯ wheel design with a dazzling chrome finish.
Only 600 units will be produced, making it a highly sought-after JDM collectible.
Wait, Not Just Right Turns? Can You Make a U-Turn on a Green Right-Turn Arrow in Japan? Watch Out for "No U-Turn" Signs!55
U-Turns on green right-turn arrows in Japan: legal since April 2012.
Conditions under which U-turns are permitted or prohibited with a right-turn arrow.
Importance of recognizing and obeying "No U-Turn" signs.
Mazda Iconic SP: A Porsche-Level Rotary EV Sports Car in a Perfectly Sized Package85
Introduction to the Mazda Iconic SP, unveiled at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show.
A compact sports car with a rotary EV system, boasting a length of approximately 4.2 meters.
Expected to be a Porsche-level performer thanks to its rotary engine.
Toyota's "New" RAV4 Sees Overwhelming Orders!? The Perfect 4.6m Size & Powerful 240hp SUV Are a Hit!65
Toyota unveils the new RAV4, emphasizing electrification and intelligence.
Features a just-right 4.6m size and a potent 240hp engine.
Dealerships are already experiencing overwhelming orders, making it a highly sought-after model.
Car Name Quiz: Do You Know These Famous and Rare Cars? - Round 70055
Best Car Japan's popular "Car Name Quiz" reaches its 700th installment.
Features famous and rare cars that even car enthusiasts may find challenging to identify immediately.
Highlights the passion and dedication of manufacturers, sellers, and buyers invested in each car.
Suzuki's New RAV4-Based PHEV: An Unexpected Adventure Face!55
The Suzuki Across, based on the RAV4, is getting a new model following the RAV4's full model change.
While the previous generation featured unique styling to emphasize the Suzuki identity, the new model largely resembles the RAV4.
It features a finish not available in the Japanese specification RAV4.
Mazda CX-3 Production for Japanese Market Ending: Farewell to a Uniquely Sized SUV60
Mazda announces the end of CX-3 production for the Japanese domestic market by the end of February 2026.
The CX-3 debuted in 2014 as the fifth-generation model fully adopting SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY and KODO design.
The urban compact SUV, with a production run spanning approximately 11 years, is coming to an end.
Roads 'Twisted' and Temporarily 'Driving in Reverse'!? A 'New Type of Intersection' That Prevents Right-Turn Accidents! Revolutionary Concept Aims for Zero Right-Turn Waits! Research Progressing Towards 'Introduction to Japan'!85
Research is underway on a new type of intersection called a "Reversal Intersection."
Designed to physically prevent right-turn accidents.
Aims to eliminate right-turn waiting times.
Research is progressing towards its introduction in Japan.
Jeep Compass and Commander Get Limited "Track Edition" in Japan!65
Jeep Japan releases limited-edition "Track Edition" for Compass and Commander.
Features unique pearl white/dark tone exterior and contrasting interior.
Enhanced with exclusive equipment for a bolder, more aggressive look.
New Nissan Leaf drives like a Skyline?! Test drive reveals surprising performance and Nissan's renewed focus.75
The 2025 Nissan Leaf boasts ProPilot 2.0 and other advanced tech.
Initial test drives suggest its performance rivals even the iconic Skyline.
Reviewers praise Nissan for rediscovering its identity, but challenges remain.