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Not Your Average Corolla! New Toyota Driving School Car Gets a Full Model Change… and a 6-Speed Manual!55
Toyota has fully remodeled the "Toyota Driving School Car."
Unlike regular Corollas, it features a 6-speed manual transmission.
Designed with enhanced safety and ease of operation for driver training.
Not a Crown! The Stylish North American Camry Sedan, Long-Awaited by Japanese Sedan Fans, is Returning to Japan!65
Toyota is importing vehicles from its North American factories as a countermeasure to Trump tariffs.
The Toyota Camry, which ended sales in Japan in 2024, will be reintroduced to the Japanese market as a new model.
This marks the triumphant return of the Camry, formerly Toyota's best-selling vehicle in North America, to the Japanese market.
Scania Achieves World's First Bi-Directional Charging with Heavy-Duty EV Truck; Megawatt Charging System Now Available75
Scania has achieved a world-first: bi-directional charging (V2G) with a heavy-duty electric truck.
This V2G technology utilizes the truck's battery as a mobile energy source, contributing to grid stabilization and increased renewable energy usage.
The Megawatt Charging System (MCS) is now available for order, accelerating charging infrastructure for heavy-duty EV trucks.
Many Drivers Unaware! The Meaning of the "Butterfly Mark" on Cars is Causing a Sensation! What to do when you see one.65
The green and yellow "butterfly mark" on cars is a legally significant indicator.
This mark is the "Hearing Impaired Driver Sign," indicating that a driver with a hearing impairment is operating the vehicle.
Surrounding drivers should drive safely when they see this sign, and should be considerate by refraining from using the horn unnecessarily.
Suzuki's New Retro-Styled Kei Van 'Every J Limited' Debuts for ~$13,000!65
Suzuki unveils the 'Every J Limited', a special edition of their kei van, featuring a retro design and blacked-out exterior.
Priced around ¥2,000,000 (approximately $13,000 USD), making it an affordable option.
Dealerships are reacting to the equipment revisions, and future trends are worth watching.
Toyota's "New" RAV4 Faces Order Stop Despite Overwhelming Demand! PHEV Also Unavailable? Latest Trends and Delivery Times for the 4.6m Urban SUV After 7-Year Redesign75
Latest information on the new RAV4 PHEV model released in March 2026, based on inquiries with dealerships.
Despite being the first full model change in 7 years, orders are reportedly flooding in, potentially leading to order stops.
The article also touches on the difficulty in obtaining the PHEV model.
End of an Era: Lexus LC and the Future of Sports Cars65
The Lexus LC will cease production in August 2026, marking the end of the legendary 2UR-GSE V8 engine.
The article reflects on the history of this engine, born with the Lexus IS F and passing with the LC.
It also discusses the limited edition Mazda Roadster, framing a broader look at the future of sports cars.
Toyota Unveils Refreshed Voxy Minivan: Bold New Design, All-Black Grille, and Goodbye Gasoline!60
Toyota's popular Voxy minivan gets a mid-cycle refresh with updated styling.
Notable changes include a bolder front fascia, with a new "all-black" grille option for a more aggressive look.
Powertrain updates mean the gasoline-only version is no longer available.
Japanese Actress Noriko Nakagoshi's "Everyday Car" Gains Attention for its Chic Matte Black Look20
Actress Noriko Nakagoshi revealed her personal car on Instagram, sparking buzz.
The matte black finish and understated style are being praised as "stylish in its simplicity" and "practical and likeable."
The post offers a glimpse into Nakagoshi's down-to-earth lifestyle, drawing numerous comments from fans.
2026 Spring Edition: Latest Car Navigation Systems from Japanese Manufacturers60
SDV (Software Defined Vehicle) trend is accelerating car navigation system evolution.
Closer integration between vehicles and genuine car navigation systems.
A catalog of the latest car navigation systems to be released in Spring 2026.
Subaru Outback's Over-the-Air Update Enables Hands-Free Driving Above 80 mph!75
Subaru, a long-time advocate for advanced driver-assistance systems, continues to innovate.
The North American 2026 Subaru Outback will feature hands-free highway driving capabilities.
A key highlight is the free over-the-air update delivering this new functionality.
More Affordable BMW X3 "Original" Debuts in Japan: 2.0L Turbo AWD SUV Priced to Compete65
BMW Japan introduces a new entry-level "Original" trim for the X3 SUV.
Priced under ¥8 million (approx. $51,000 USD), it's ¥1.18 million cheaper than previous models.
The X3 "Original" features a 2.0L turbo engine and AWD in a 4.7m (Harrier-sized) body.