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Remembering Shimotsui Electric Railway in the Early Heisei Era: From Railway Abolition to Route Restructuring After the Seto Ohashi Line Opening30
Shimotsui Electric Railway once operated a railway line connecting Chayamachi, Kojima, and Shimotsui.
Phased abolition led to the company's withdrawal from the railway business in 1991, becoming a bus-only operator.
The opening of the JR Seto Ohashi Line in 1988 triggered the route restructuring.
Diesel Tax Remains: Will Gas Prices Finally Drop in Japan?60
Japan's provisional gasoline tax expired at the end of 2025, but the 17.1 yen diesel tax remains.
The timing of the abolishment of the diesel tax is currently undetermined.
Abolishing the diesel tax could potentially affect overall price levels in Japan.
Panda Trueno Reborn? Result Japan Unveils "NEO 86" Body Kit for Toyota 86, Evoking AE86 Spirit!70
Result Japan unveiled the "NEO 86," a custom model based on the Toyota 86 (ZN6) featuring a body kit reminiscent of the legendary AE86 (Panda Trueno).
The NEO 86 body kit is available for pre-order and was first revealed on January 4, 2026, before being showcased at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2026.
The kit aims to recapture the iconic AE86 look for modern enthusiasts.
Sienta vs. Freed: The Ultimate Compact Minivan Showdown for Families! 2nd Row is Key!75
Toyota Sienta and Honda Freed dominate the Japanese compact minivan segment.
In 2025, Sienta sales significantly outperformed Freed.
Both offer excellent usability, but the 2nd-row experience is a crucial deciding factor for families.
Mitsubishi Fuso Canter Gets Efficiency Boost for 2026, Exceeds JH25 Mode Standards!55
Mitsubishi Fuso Canter light-duty truck gets updated for the 2026 model year.
All models now exceed JH25 fuel efficiency standards by 5-10%.
Newly designed unit-type exhaust aftertreatment system improves NOx purification performance.
Ketsumeishi Leader Okura Completes His Dream Ride: A Heavily Customized 4x4!20
Okura, leader of the popular Japanese rap group Ketsumeishi, announced the completion of his 4x4 customization on Instagram.
The ride is a serious, off-road capable 4x4, perfect for Japanese roads and trails.
Vehicle is unconfirmed, but features significant custom work reflecting Okura's personal style.
Nissan Unveils New Gravite MPV in India: A Sub-$7,000 Global Minivan?75
Nissan has globally debuted the new "Gravite" MPV, targeted for the Indian market.
The most attractive feature is its sub-1 million yen price point (approx. $7,000 USD).
Featuring 3-row seating, versatile seat arrangements, and safety features, this strategic model aims to expand Nissan's market share in India.
Used Nissan Fairlady Z (Z Proto) Market Heats Up! Predicting Price Fluctuations in 202665
The used car market, which had been soaring due to new car production delays caused by semiconductor shortages, is finally showing signs of settling down.
This article predicts used car prices in 2026, dividing them into models whose prices will fall and those that will rise.
Special attention is paid to trends in the used Nissan Fairlady Z market.
Mazda's "New" 2-Door Sports Car Arrives! 2.0L Inline-4 & 6-Speed MT, "Grand Sport Package" Available: Roadster Sold in Canada for around $30,000 USD65
Mazda Canada has announced the pricing and trim levels for the 2026 MX-5 (Roadster in Japan).
It's a pure sports model equipped with a 2.0-liter inline-4 engine and a 6-speed manual transmission.
The Roadster sold in Canada will also be available with a luxurious Grand Sport Package.
Yamaha Motor Showcases Furniture Expressing SR400's 'Sunburst Paint' and Manufacturing Technology55
Yamaha Motor and Semba collaborate to reveal motorcycle-themed furniture.
Furniture showcases Yamaha's manufacturing techniques, like the SR400's sunburst paint.
Displayed at Yamaha Motor's co-creation space, YAMAHA MOTOR Regenerative Lab.
Suzuki Launches e-Vitara EV in India, Bolstering Charging Infrastructure and Service Network75
Suzuki debuts its first battery EV, the 'e-Vitara', targeting the Indian market.
Sold through Maruti Suzuki India, it includes expansion of charging infrastructure and BEV-compatible service centers.
Signals Suzuki's serious entry into the Indian EV market; future developments are highly anticipated.
Toyota's Ultra-Efficient FT-Bh Concept Resurfaces, Stuns with 112 MPG and Featherlight Build!80
Toyota's FT-Bh concept, unveiled in 2012, is making waves again due to its incredible fuel efficiency and lightweight design.
Achieving 47.6 km/L (112 MPG) is still remarkable even by today's standards.
A curb weight of only 786kg (1733 lbs) significantly contributes to its efficiency.