Global Automotive News
Page 598 of 693
Toyota's Nostalgic 4.1m Open-Top Concept: A Modern Take on the Cynos?65
Toyota Museum will exhibit at the 'Nostalgic 2days 2026' show.
A potential highlight is a compact 4.1m open-top car.
Design cues reminiscent of the classic Toyota Cynos 'date car'.

Toyota Teases All-New Highlander: Boxy Design, 4WD Hybrid, and Possible Japan Launch!75
Toyota North America has released a teaser video for the all-new Highlander SUV.
This is the first full model change in 7 years, featuring a boxier design language.
The new Highlander will feature a 4WD hybrid powertrain and is rumored for a potential Japanese market launch.

Lexus ES Gets a Bold Makeover: Modellista Prototype Unveiled!65
Lexus ES Modellista Prototype debuts at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026.
Boasts an aggressive, bespoke design on a long, over-5-meter body.
Features blacked-out accents and striking illuminating elements.

Toyota's Serious "All-Black HiAce" Draws Attention! Hand-Painted "Matte Black Paint" Adopted! The Super Tough "King of Commercial Vans", the Cool "HiAce The Crewvan" is Amazing!55
The "HIACE THE CREWVAN", a special HiAce, has appeared from Toyota Group's custom used car brand "CORDE by".
Features hand-painted matte black paint by skilled craftsmen, giving it a tough specification.
This model emphasizes the rugged and cool appeal of the HiAce, the king of commercial vans.

Rare Right-Hand Drive Maserati Bora Fetches $150k at Auction!65
A rare right-hand drive Maserati Bora, a UK-spec model, went up for auction at Bonhams.
The car boasts only 36,000km on the clock and two previous owners, indicating excellent condition.
The hammer price landed at approximately ¥22.1 million (around $150,000 USD).

¥630,000 New! 3-Seater "Be-Vehicle Trike" is a Hit! Runs 100km on ¥150, More Compact Than a Kei Car!70
The "Be-Vehicle Trike," drivable with a standard license and requiring no helmet or vehicle inspection, has surpassed 300 units sold.
Its design reminiscent of Southeast Asian tuk-tuks, boasting high practicality and economy, is a key feature.
More compact and maneuverable than a Kei car, it's recommended for elderly drivers.

Honda Grilled on Integra Type S Tokyo Auto Salon Appearance: Is a Japanese Market Launch Imminent?80
Acura Integra Type S, previously a North American exclusive, makes a surprise appearance at the Tokyo Auto Salon.
Honda is directly questioned regarding the possibility of a Japanese market launch.
The article explores whether this is simply a reference exhibit or a hint of a future Japanese release.

Nissan Fairlady Z SUV!? A "Sporty SUV" with a 2.5-Liter Engine! What is the "Fairlady X," a Z That the Whole Family Can Enjoy, Arriving in 2023?65
The "Fairlady X," which caused a buzz at the Tokyo Auto Salon, is a concept model that reinterprets the iconic Fairlady Z as an SUV.
It's proposed as a sporty SUV equipped with a 2.5-liter engine.
With the concept of a Fairlady Z that the whole family can enjoy, it hints at new possibilities for the Z.
![[Exclusive] New Pajero: Dedicated Design!! Why We Can Say It's Totally Different From the Triton Base](https://img.bestcarweb.jp/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/09163339/IKE_0822-22.jpeg?v=1770622420)
[Exclusive] New Pajero: Dedicated Design!! Why We Can Say It's Totally Different From the Triton Base70
Mitsubishi is developing a new Pajero, marking its return after a 7-year absence since its 2019 departure from the Japanese market.
While based on the Triton pickup, the new Pajero will feature a significantly differentiated exterior design.
An interview with a Mitsubishi dealer in Thailand offers a glimpse into the design direction of the new Pajero.

Vellfire Sedan Custom Build Goes Street Legal! NATS' Lexus LS-Based Creation Hits the Road80
The "Vellfire Sedan," a custom car built by students at the Nihon Automotive College (NATS), has passed inspection and is now street legal.
This unique creation, which garnered attention at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2026, is based on a Lexus LS and features a Vellfire front end.
The car is planned to be used for graduation trips and other driving experiences.

Still only using 'D' in your automatic car!? What do '2', 'S', 'L', and 'B' on the shift lever mean? When should you use them?70
Automatic cars have '2', 'S', 'L', and 'B' positions on the shift lever in addition to the usual 'D' and 'R'.
Mastering these positions makes driving safer and more comfortable on slopes, snowy roads, and long downhills.
This article explains the role and usage of each position.

