This article spotlights the Honda Odyssey, a premium minivan in the Japanese market.

The latest model boasts fuel efficiency of around 20 km per liter and driving performance comparable to a sedan.

Features an ultra-luxurious genuine leather interior.

Daihatsu showcased at Osaka Auto Messe 2026.

Unveiled an evolved prototype of the Copen aiming for FR layout.

The SPK-tuned Mira e:S with turbo + 5-speed MT also garnered attention.

Subaru has announced the 2026 Forester for the US market.

A new sporty "Sport Onyx ED" trim level has been added.

The design has been refreshed and usability has been improved.

TDK announced as the title partner for the 2026 Tokyo E-Prix (Rounds 14 & 15).

TDK also becomes an official partner for the current Season 12 (Rounds 6-17) of Formula E.

This partnership significantly boosts TDK's presence in the Japanese Formula E event.

Japan Self-Defense Forces booth was a hit at Osaka Auto Messe 2026.

Featured vehicles included Toyota Koukidousha (High Mobility Vehicle) and Mitsubishi 1/2-ton trucks.

Kids were amazed and delighted by the size of the military vehicles.

The 2026 Super GT season marks the end of the multi-make tire competition, a tradition since the JGTC era.

This final tire war is expected to be fiercely contested, with multiple manufacturers vying for dominance.

Best Car magazine highlights this significant season.

Toyota Indonesia unveils the new Veloz Hybrid at the Indonesia International Motor Show 2026.

Compact 4.5m length and SUV-inspired styling make it a versatile option.

Boasts Jimny-like ground clearance for light off-road capability.

Suzuki's X-HEAD concept truck, originally unveiled at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show, is making waves again.

This compact 4WD truck, measuring approximately 3.7 meters in length, features a 1.3-liter inline-4 engine.

Its Jimny-derived architecture and versatile design are attracting attention and garnering praise.

Toyota's e-Palette, slated for release in September 2025, is a next-gen EV poised to transform urban landscapes.

The 5-meter long vehicle transcends mere transportation, serving as a mobile store or service hub.

Featuring steer-by-wire tech and future autonomous driving capabilities, it promises to revolutionize city life.

As of April 2026, revised traffic laws in Japan will mandate a safe distance when overtaking cyclists.

Drivers must slow to a crawl if a safe distance cannot be maintained.

This new law introduces concrete metrics and penalties, requiring a significant change in driving behavior regarding cyclists.

Daihatsu's 2015 'Tempo' concept featured radical gullwing doors and a super-tall 2m height.

Envisioned as a mobile storefront, its forward-thinking design anticipated the modern food truck craze.

The 'Tempo' never made it to production, but remains a fascinating example of space-efficient Kei commercial vehicle design.

Tomytec releases the second installment of the "Kaiyodo x Tomica Limited Vintage Geocore 64 #CarSnap" series in July, combining miniature cars and figures.

The lineup includes popular models like the Land Cruiser 60 and Nissan King Cab.

Easily create diorama scenes by combining the miniature cars and figures.