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Car Name Quiz: Do You Know This Classic or Rare Car? #69750
The 697th installment of Best Car's popular car quiz series.
Features classic and rare cars that are recognizable to enthusiasts but may stump the average car buff.
Highlights the passion and dedication of the manufacturers, dealers, and owners behind each vehicle.

Remembering the Daihatsu Sonica: A "Miniature Luxury Car" with Ultra-Comfortable Seats and a Powerful Turbo Engine65
The Daihatsu Sonica was a kei car focused on high quality materials and a sporty driving experience.
Featured ultra-comfortable, thick seats reminiscent of a Toyota Celsior.
Equipped with an innovative and powerful turbo engine for nimble performance.

Crown Reimagined: Toyota's Bold 4-Model Strategy for the 70th Anniversary75
Toyota Crown celebrates its 70th anniversary with a bold new strategy.
By March 2025, the Crown Estate will complete the 16th generation lineup, featuring four distinct models.
A dedicated Crown store has opened in Toranomon, symbolizing the brand's continued evolution.

Atsugi-Hadano Road: The 'Dream Bypass' to Beat Highway 246 Congestion in Japan85
The Atsugi-Hadano Road is generating buzz as a potential solution to the chronic congestion on the Tomei Expressway and Route 246.
This bypass will directly connect the Ken-o Expressway with Hadano City, offering a 30km stretch without traffic lights.
Social media is flooded with comments expressing strong hopes for its speedy completion.

Nissan's "Coupe Cima" That Never Was: The TRI-X Concept70
The Nissan TRI-X was a concept car showcasing a luxurious personal coupe vision.
Powered by a 4.5-liter V8, it featured cutting-edge technology and a focus on Japanese hospitality.
Essentially a 2-door coupe based on the Cima, it boasted futuristic design elements.

Sports Car Comeback After Empty Nest! Father's Maintenance Tips for His Beloved Cappuccino – Destined for His Daughter!75
Spotted at the Fukushima Open Car Festival: A stunning champagne gold Suzuki Cappuccino EA11R.
The owner, having finished raising children, has returned to the sports car life, with plans to eventually pass the car down to his daughter.
The article details his maintenance methods and the love he pours into keeping the car in top condition.

Toyota's "4-Seater Sliding Door SUV" Still a Hot Topic! The "Just Right Size" Tj Cruiser with a 2.0L Engine, 4.3m Length!75
The Toyota Tj Cruiser, first unveiled at the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, continues to generate buzz and strong demand for its production.
It features an innovative fusion of SUV and van characteristics.
Its compact size (4.3m length) and practical sliding doors are key features fueling anticipation.

4 Bad Habits That Drain Your Car Battery, Possibly Related to Your Dashcam Settings!65
Modern cars require more electrical power, putting strain on the battery.
Dashcam settings can significantly impact battery drain.
Four common bad habits that shorten battery life are highlighted.

Abandoned Car Due to Snow: Drivers Ditch Vehicles After Getting Stuck with Summer Tires65
A car was abandoned on National Route 56 in Ehime Prefecture after becoming stuck in heavy snow.
The Matsuyama River and National Highway Office issued a warning on social media.
The incident is attributed to drivers using summer tires in snowy conditions, highlighting the need for winter tire preparedness.

Audi A6 e-tron Expands Lineup with RWD Entry-Level and Quattro Models, Offering Up to 725km Range60
Audi A6 e-tron now offers a rear-wheel-drive entry-level model and a quattro all-wheel-drive version.
This expands the A6 e-tron's powertrain options to a total of three variations.
The maximum range is now rated at 725km (approximately 450 miles).

Spike in Truck Wheel Detachments Prompts Warning from Transport Bureau60
The Hokuriku-Shin'etsu Transport Bureau of Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) has released findings on a series of large vehicle wheel detachment incidents.
A spike in such incidents since November 2023 has revealed shortcomings in operators' maintenance practices.
The Transport Bureau is strongly urging proper maintenance procedures to prevent potentially fatal accidents.

Toyota Launches New RAV4 "Z" Grade: A Premium Off-Road SUV for $33,000!70
Toyota launched the 6th generation RAV4 on December 17, 2025.
The "Z" grade is a premium trim featuring rugged 4WD performance and a bold, angular design.
This model aims for a higher-quality experience compared to the concurrently released "Adventure" grade.
