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Akio Toyoda Reveals the Truth Behind Toyota's Three-Team Split in Super Taikyu and the Current State of GR: Open Development for the Future80
Toyota is rebranding from TOYOTA GAZOO Racing to simply "GR," returning to its roots.
Akio Toyoda explains the reasoning behind splitting into three teams for this year's Super Taikyu endurance racing series.
The goal is to accelerate car development along different timelines and conduct "open development" for the future.
Honda's New N-ONE "CRAFT STYLE": A Retro-Chic Kei Car with a Starting Price of $12,500!70
Honda has released a special edition "CRAFT STYLE" for their N-ONE kei car, alongside minor updates to the base model.
The "CRAFT STYLE" features a retro-chic Nordic design, highlighted by wood-tone interior accents and iconic round headlights.
Starting at approximately $12,500 USD (¥1.88 million JPY), this special edition adds a unique aesthetic appeal to the popular N-ONE.
Air-Cooled Porsche Gathering Featuring Ken Takakura's 356 and Kanagawa Police's 912 Patrol Car to be Held on the Tokyo Expressway KK Line55
An air-cooled Porsche event featuring Ken Takakura's beloved 356 and the Kanagawa Prefecture Police's 912 patrol car is slated to occur.
The "LUFT TOKYO" event will showcase a curated collection of air-cooled Porsches.
Mark your calendars: March 14, 2026, at a special venue on the Tokyo Expressway KK Line.
Daihatsu Copen Festival Incoming! FR Copen Debut?70
Daihatsu is hosting a "Keep it OPEN" fan festival to celebrate the Copen before its production ends in August 2026.
The first event will be held on May 16th at Fuji Speedway.
Anticipation is high for potential hints about the next-generation Copen, making it a must-attend event for enthusiasts.
Suzuki Unveils Striking Hayabusa Collaboration! Over-the-Top Livery Amplifies Presence! Introducing the Radically Dynamic Streetfighter-Inspired “Tuned by JURI” Machine!60
Suzuki's flagship sportbike, the Hayabusa, gets a wild collaboration with a popular fighting game.
Features an aggressively vibrant livery amplifying its already imposing presence.
Introducing the “Tuned by JURI” Hayabusa, a dynamically styled streetfighter-inspired model.
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Time to Swap Your Winter Tires? Honda's Offensive, Brands to Watch, and Recommended Cars: Top 20 Most Popular Articles [March 1-7, 2026]55
A roundup of the top 20 most-read articles on BestcarWeb from March 1st to March 7th.
Includes info on when to change winter tires, Honda's latest moves, noteworthy brands, and recommended cars.
Don't miss out on scoop articles and the latest info on new models!
Toyota's Updated Yaris Sparks Buzz: New 'Trendy' Trim, 130 HP, and Luxury Aspirations!65
Toyota unveils the 2026 Yaris in Spain, featuring styling tweaks and a new 'Trendy' trim.
Japanese enthusiasts react to the roughly $26,600 price tag, calling it a "luxury car."
Excitement builds over the improved interior quality and the powerful 130 HP engine.
Bridgestone to Host Public Test Drive Event for Premium REGNO GR-XIII Tire55
Bridgestone is hosting a public test drive event for its premium REGNO GR-XIII tire on April 4th, 2026.
The event will take place in Oiso, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Registration is currently open on the special website until March 16th (Monday).
Nissan's Radical GT-R50 by Italdesign Showcased: Ultra-Wide Body, 721 HP, and a Cool $1.2 Million Price Tag!65
The Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign, a limited edition of 50 units worldwide, was showcased at the Osaka Auto Messe 2026.
The car boasts a unique, elongated, and widened design with over 700 horsepower.
Displayed at the MR.HIRO CAR STUDIO × ITALDESIGN booth, it drew significant attention from attendees.
Yamaha Fazzio Scooter Gets Power Assist in Japan: A JDM First!50
Yamaha unveils the new Fazzio scooter, a 124cc Class 2 moped, for the Japanese market.
Features Yamaha's first domestic "Power Assist Function" for improved acceleration from a standstill.
Priced at ¥368,500 (approximately $2,450 USD) and launching on April 24th.
Suzuki and Capcom Team Up Again! Street Fighter 6 'Hayabusa Tuned by JURI' Bike Revealed!70
Suzuki and Capcom are back at it again, releasing the second collaboration bike inspired by the hit game Street Fighter 6.
This time, they're featuring the legendary Hayabusa sportbike as the base, resulting in the special edition "Hayabusa Tuned by JURI".
The bike will be showcased at the "CAPCOM CUP 12" and "Street Fighter League: World Championship 2025" events.
Genuine Fiat Punto S1600 WRC Winner Discovered in Japan!70
A genuine, race-winning Fiat Punto S1600 WRC car, winner of the 2000 Sanremo Rally, was discovered for sale at the Osaka Auto Messe.
The car, an Abarth-tuned giant-killer, was offered for just over ¥10,000,000.
The appearance of this rare rally machine amongst the customized street cars was a notable surprise.