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Subaru Impreza STI Performance Edition: JDM Wagon Dream for the Pure Engine Enthusiast!86
Subaru announces the Impreza STI Performance Edition, a special edition model, to be released January 9, 2026.
Features STI-exclusive aero parts, wheels, and sports seats for a sporty interior and exterior.
Priced at ¥3.56 million (approx. $24,000 USD), it's designed for enthusiasts seeking a sporty and practical wagon with a pure combustion engine.
Unwavering Honda Love: The Former Parts Developer's Beat is More Amazing Than It Looks!70
Article focuses on a former Honda Beat parts developer with a deep passion for the car.
Met at a Beat owners meeting, he reveals his surprising background as a parts developer for the car.
Even after retirement, he continues to cherish and share the appeal of the Beat, showcasing his love for Honda and pride in the car he helped create.
Toyota Rumion Returns After 6-Year Hiatus: A South African 7-Seater Compact Mini-Van Stirring Buzz82
Toyota South Africa has unveiled the 2025 Rumion, a 7-seater compact mini-van, generating significant buzz.
The Rumion marks its return after a 6-year absence, boasting a refreshed design and enhanced features.
Notably larger than the Japanese Sienta, some enthusiasts are hoping for a manual transmission option.
Turn Heads for Under $400! Check Out the Toyota HiAce's New Aero Kit! Modellista's Front Spoiler Offers Sporty Low-Rider Vibes!75
Modellista releases a front spoiler for the latest Toyota HiAce, offering a unique visual upgrade.
Features sporty ducts and an elegant design to create a low and wide stance.
Available for under $400 USD, this spoiler dramatically transforms the HiAce's appearance.
KTM Unveils 2026 390 DUKE: The "Corner Rocket" Accessible with a Mid-Size License!82
KTM of Austria has announced the 2026 model year of their 390 DUKE sport naked bike in Europe.
The 390 DUKE is known as the "Corner Rocket" due to its nimble handling and agility.
This fully-equipped import bike is accessible with a mid-size motorcycle license.
Honda Freed Gets a Retro Makeover by DAMD: The "ISOLATOR" Takes Inspiration from the Iconic City!82
DAMD unveils the "ISOLATOR," a retro-styled Honda Freed custom at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026.
The design draws heavy inspiration from the iconic 80s Honda City, featuring a boxy silhouette and retro front fascia.
DAMD's signature playful and unique style transforms the Freed into something special.
Daihatsu Unveils New "Dual Sliding Door" Wagon! Retro-Style Boxy Design and a Revolutionary Powertrain Promising "20% or More Fuel Efficiency Improvement"? "K-VISION" Suggests a New Standard for Kei Cars, Debuting at JMS Sapporo 2026!85
Daihatsu showcased the next-generation kei wagon concept "K-VISION" at the Japan Mobility Show Sapporo 2026.
Features a nostalgic, boxy design and convenient dual sliding doors.
Equipped with a new-generation hybrid powertrain promising over 20% improvement in fuel efficiency.
Hints at a new standard for kei cars and is attracting attention as a model indicating Daihatsu's future kei car development direction.
Rotary Resurrection: The 'RE71' Mark II Blends Retro Style with 13B Power!85
A GX71 Mark II with a 13B rotary engine swap stole the show at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon.
This 'RE71' Mark II isn't just a restoration; it's a daring rotary conversion that has enthusiasts buzzing.
The rotary swap improves power-to-weight and driving dynamics, hinting at a new direction for classic car customization.
Caterham's Project V EV Sports Car Prototype Features Traditional Space Frame Chassis85
Caterham unveiled the latest production-ready prototype of its Project V EV sports car at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2026.
The prototype, based on the concept model revealed in 2023, showcases near-final production specifications.
It features a traditional tubular space frame chassis incorporating cutting-edge technology from Japan, the UK, and Taiwan, ensuring lightweight construction and high rigidity.
Oil Still Matters in the EV Era? Exploring Idemitsu's Plant-Based High-Performance Oil Development75
The petroleum industry faces a period of transformation amid the accelerating trend of decarbonization.
Idemitsu Kosan is actively developing plant-based high-performance oils.
The article highlights the continued importance of oil, even in the age of EVs.
BYD's New 'Rakko' Kei-Car Wagon with Dual Sliding Doors Debuts at Japan Mobility Show Sapporo 2026!82
BYD's new Kei-class EV wagon, the 'Rakko,' made its debut at the Japan Mobility Show Sapporo 2026.
Featuring dual sliding doors, this Kei-car emphasizes practicality.
Its Hokkaido debut has generated significant interest among attendees, who are keen to assess its build quality and usability.
Nissan Sells South African Rosslyn Plant to Chery65
Nissan is selling its Rosslyn plant and adjacent press shop in South Africa to Chinese automaker Chery.
The sale is part of Nissan's global strategy to optimize production efficiencies.
Chery gains a significant foothold in the growing African market, particularly South Africa, through this acquisition.