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Suzuki's New "Small Luxury Car" e-Vitara Sparks Buzz: Compact EV with 4WD, Priced Around $35,000?80
Suzuki's new EV, the "e-Vitara," is generating pre-launch excitement.
Dealerships and social media are buzzing about the actual car and its design.
This compact EV boasts a 4.3m-class body size and high-performance 4WD.
New RAV4 on Snow: Real-World Evaluation with Synchro Weather Tires in Hokkaido!70
Real-world snow performance test of the new RAV4 in Hokkaido, Japan.
Evaluated with Synchro Weather tires.
Reveals both confidence-inspiring and concerning aspects in winter conditions.
Oigawa Railway Aerostar K Photography Tour: Meihan Kintetsu Travel Organizes a Special Event55
Meihan Kintetsu Travel is organizing a day trip tour in collaboration with Oigawa Railway through their 'Cuckoo Paluck' bus fan club tour.
The tour departs from and returns to Kakegawa Station on March 29th (Sunday).
The tour includes a last ride on the Kanzo Line, a visit to the Ichidai Inspection Depot at the Apt Ichishiro Station on the Ikawa Line, and a photoshoot opportunity with the Aerostar K bus.
Instant Tire Chains? Onspot Automatic Tire Chains Adopted in Japan for the First Time!70
Clock Tower Bus becomes the first bus operator in Japan to adopt Onspot automatic tire chains.
Onspot is a revolutionary system that allows tire chains to be deployed instantly with the flip of a switch, without needing to stop the vehicle.
Significantly improves safety on snowy roads and reduces the burden of manual chain installation.
Alfa Romeo Tonale Facelift Coming Soon: Compact SUV Packs 270hp from 1.3L Engine!60
The Alfa Romeo Tonale, a C-segment SUV, is getting a facelift and will soon be available in Japan.
The updated Tonale features a compact 4.5m-class body with a distinctive retro-inspired grille.
It boasts an impressive 270hp from a 1.3-liter engine and a high-performance 4WD system.
Toyota's Most Affordable AWD Wagon: Corolla Touring X Gains Popularity65
The Toyota Corolla Touring X's AWD variant is gaining traction as an affordable and practical wagon option.
Its fuel efficiency of 27.8 km/L (approx. 65 MPG) and all-wheel-drive system are key selling points.
The Corolla Touring X appeals to buyers seeking a traditional wagon with enhanced stability, especially in snowy conditions.
Michelin CrossClimate 3 & CrossClimate 3 Sport All-Season Tires: Snow Performance Review65
Michelin's CrossClimate 3 and CrossClimate 3 Sport all-season tires are put to the test on snow.
Previous tests covered dry and wet performance.
This review focuses on their capabilities in snowy conditions.
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[Review & Test Drive] Isuzu New Giga: Five Star Giga culminates here! Full Load vol.60, on sale today (3/10)!!55
The latest issue (vol.60) of the truck magazine "Full Load," published by automotive magazine "Best Car," is on sale March 10th.
This issue features the new Isuzu Giga (Five Star Giga), Isuzu Motors' flagship model.
It includes improvements that debuted at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 and test drive reviews.
Suzuki Takes on the EV Kei Van Market with the e-Every: A Different Strategy Than Daihatsu!70
Suzuki enters the electric kei van market with the e-Every, an OEM version of the Daihatsu e-Hijet Cargo/e-Atrai.
The e-Every is a result of joint development between Daihatsu, Toyota, and Suzuki.
Suzuki is implementing a different pricing strategy compared to the Daihatsu version, making it a point of interest.
Isuzu VehiCROSS Reimagined: M-Craft Restores the Radical SUV60
The Isuzu VehiCROSS, originally launched in the 1990s, was showcased at Nostalgic 2 Days 2026 in a fully restored condition, drawing significant attention.
M-Craft undertook the restoration, retaining the original 3200cc V6 engine and authentic 4WD system.
The event highlighted the enduring appeal of the VehiCROSS, known for its futuristic coupe-like styling and robust off-road capabilities.
Kyoto Mobility Conference 2026: The Future of Mobility with Autonomous Driving – "It Looks Like It Will Be Realized Before We Become Infirm"60
Report from the Kyoto Mobility Conference, a collaborative event with 'ZET-summit 2026' held in Muko City, Kyoto Prefecture in February 2026.
The conference focused on the theme of 'The Future of Mobility with Autonomous Driving,' featuring discussions from both industry and academic perspectives.
Discussions highlighted the importance of securing transportation options in an aging society and the expectations for advancements in autonomous driving technology.