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Kanto Day Rally Opener "Tour de Oyama 2026" Held in Heavy Snow! Afternoon Events Canceled but the Day's Heat Reported40
"Tour de Oyama 2026," the opening round of the Kanto Day Rally, was held in Isehara City, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Afternoon events were canceled due to heavy snow.
The event aimed to promote grassroots rally participation through an average speed rally format.
Fiat Topolino Corallo Debuts in Italy: A New Color for the License-Free Microcar!60
Fiat introduces the Topolino Corallo, a new coral-orange color for its license-free microcar.
The Topolino features a 2.5m-long body, seating for two, and is drivable in some European countries from age 14.
Priced around ¥1.38 million (approx. $9,000 USD), it boasts a distinctive, modern design.
Toyota's Latest 7-Seater Minivan: Luxurious Interior and Turbo Power at a Bargain!60
Focuses on the entry-level "Z Premier (Turbo Gasoline 2WD)" of the Toyota Vellfire.
It is more than 4 million yen cheaper than the top-end grade, yet boasts substantial features and a luxurious interior.
Features a black-themed exterior design and a powerful turbo engine.
Honda's F1 Return: A Dream Team of Legendary Designer & New Regulation Power Unit?80
Honda, after withdrawing from F1 at the end of the 2021 season, is making a comeback.
This time, Honda will supply power units to Aston Martin.
The collaboration between new regulations and a legendary designer raises hopes for the birth of a championship-caliber machine.
Ultra-Luxury RVs Exceeding $350,000! Jaw-Dropping Mercedes Van Conversions and Top-Tier Camping Cars Highlighted at Japan Camping Car Show50
A showcase of three ultra-luxury RVs priced over ¥30 million (approximately $215,000 USD) featured at the Japan Camping Car Show 2026.
Highlights include opulent models from Hymer based on Mercedes-Benz vans and Carthago conversions with features like electric beds, demonstrating the pinnacle of mobile living.
A detailed breakdown of each model's features and pricing provides a glimpse into the extravagant world of high-end RVs.
Daihatsu's Amazing "Kei Sedan" Achieves 40km/L! A Sporty Style and Ultra-Low Fuel Consumption? What Kind of Car is the Cool, Thin-Tired "D-base" Concept Model?75
The article highlights Daihatsu's "D-base" concept car, proposed during an era of intense fuel efficiency competition in the Kei car market.
The "D-base" aimed for an astonishingly low fuel consumption of 40km per liter (approx. 94 MPG).
It's a revolutionary Kei sedan concept model featuring sporty styling and cool, thin tires.
Mazda Unveils Premium Mazda2 "15 SPORT+" Grade: AWD, Exclusive Styling, and Luxurious Interior in a Compact Package55
Mazda's top-tier Mazda2 "15 SPORT+" boasts premium interior/exterior and advanced safety features.
Exceeds expectations for a compact car with exclusive design elements.
Packed with comfort and safety features in a compact 4-meter body.
Manual Only! All-New Fiat 500 Hybrid Debuts in Italy: A Retro-Chic City Car with a Twist!70
Fiat unveils the new 500 Hybrid model in Italy.
Design based on the 500X, but more compact.
Features a mild-hybrid system and 6-speed manual transmission for fuel efficiency and urban driving.
Highly Anticipated RAV4 PHEV Finally Launches in Japan! GR SPORT Trim Debuts Simultaneously!70
The highly anticipated PHEV version of the new RAV4 has been launched in Japan.
Featuring a new-generation plug-in hybrid system, EV range and power output are improved.
The RAV4 GR SPORT model also debuts, garnering significant attention.
YAMAHA Unveils New JOG ONE Scooter: $1700 Price Tag, 124cc Engine in a 50cc Class Body!70
Yamaha just unveiled the JOG ONE scooter, slated for release on March 19, 2026.
Priced at approximately $1700 USD (260,000 JPY), it boasts a super-efficient 52km/L (122 MPG).
A hot topic: It features a 124cc engine while technically being classified as a 'Class 1' moped.
Toyota Unveils All-New C-HR in the US: Sleek Design, 338-HP Powertrain, and Cutting-Edge Features!75
Toyota unveils the all-new C-HR for the North American market, slated for release in March 2026.
Featuring a sleek 4.5m long body and a potent 338-horsepower powertrain.
Available with striking two-tone color options and a focus on noise reduction for a premium driving experience.