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Yasuo Kusakabe's Leisurely Musings: The New CX-555
The Mazda CX-5 is a globally strategic vehicle sold in 130 countries and regions.
It's a mainstay model for Mazda, with annual sales of 330,000 units and cumulative sales of 5 million units.
It accounts for a quarter of Mazda's domestic sales.

High School Students to Ride Motorcycles on Mount Fuji?! Demonstration Project on Climbing Trail Closed for 63 Years40
A group led by high school students will conduct a demonstration project on July 5th, riding motorcycles on Mount Fuji's climbing trail.
The project will use a trail where vehicle traffic has been prohibited since 1963.
They have obtained special permission from local governments and the police to collect driving data and explore new ways to utilize the trail.

Elgrand Returns: Nissan's Luxury Minivan Aims to Dethrone Toyota's Alphard After 16-Year Hiatus!65
Racing driver and automotive critic Takayuki Kinoshita discusses the fully remodeled Nissan Elgrand after a 16-year hiatus.
He evaluates the Elgrand as having the potential to surpass the Toyota Alphard, the king of the minivan market, with its overwhelming level of completion and dignity.
The revival of the Elgrand, the culmination of Nissan's technology and passion over many years, is expected to bring a fresh breeze to the minivan market.

Honda Teases New Sedan Prototype: A Glimpse at the Next-Gen Civic?80
Honda unveils the new "Honda Hybrid Sedan Prototype."
Potentially hints at the next-generation Civic, undergoing a full model change after 7 years.
Expected to feature a new hybrid system and a new platform.

Nirei Fukuzumi Secures First Super Formula Win for Rookie Racing at Suzuka Round 555
Super Formula Round 5 was held at Suzuka Circuit in a one-day format.
Nirei Fukuzumi achieved Rookie Racing's first victory.
The event featured a tight schedule with qualifying and the race held on the same day.

Akio Toyoda's ROOKIE Racing Celebrates First Super Formula Victory After Six Years60
Nirei Fukuzumi in the #14 NTT docomo Business ROOKIE car wins Super Formula Round 5 at Suzuka Circuit.
Fukuzumi secured ROOKIE Racing's first-ever pole position in qualifying, leading to a pole-to-win victory.
This marks the team's first Super Formula win in its sixth year of competition, driven by Akio Toyoda's vision.

Suzuki's "New" Every Van: e-Every EV and 2-Seater Options Arrive!75
Suzuki unveils the e-Every, a new electric kei-van, making waves in the rapidly electrifying commercial van market.
The e-Every features a distinctive boxy design and is generating buzz among dealerships.
Pricing starts around ¥3.1 million JPY (approximately $21,000 USD), with a 2-seater model also available.

2026 Japanese Automotive Spring Wage Negotiations: Mazda & Honda Give Full Answers! Suzuki Exceeds Expectations!70
Japanese automakers are engaging in early 2026 spring wage negotiations, with full settlements being announced.
Mazda and Honda have fully met union demands.
Suzuki has exceeded expectations by offering a ¥20,500 wage increase.

Thinking of adding a carport? You might be breaking the law!55
Carports are classified as "buildings" under Japanese building codes.
Depending on location and size, building permits may be required.
Carports that violate building codes can cause problems when selling your home.

Optimal Nissan Caravan Custom: 10 Seats in a Standard Body for City & Leisure!65
This article showcases a Nissan Caravan custom build, perfect for city driving and leisure, featuring 10 seats within a standard body.
Addresses the growing demand for multi-passenger vehicles and camper conversions amidst the outdoor boom.
Emphasizes its manageable body size, ideal for Japan's narrow roads.

Mitsuoka Unveils the M55 RS: A Retro-Inspired Sports Car with Turbo Power and a 6-Speed Manual!75
Mitsuoka Motor announces the M55 RS, the third installment in the M55 series, launching April 24, 2026.
This highly anticipated model features a 6-speed manual transmission and limited production of 55 units for 2026.
The M55 RS blends retro design cues from classic cars with a modern turbocharged engine.

Honda Little Cub Overkill? Extreme Custom with Fat Tires, Quad Rear Calipers, and Variable Funnels!20
A heavily customized Honda Little Cub was showcased at the Monkey Meeting held at Tokyo Summerland.
The custom build features overkill modifications like ultra-wide tires, quad rear brake calipers, and variable funnels.
The unique Little Cub build made a strong impression at the event.
