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E-Nova, :Do and Promenade: Gen Z Imagines a Very Strange Future for Kei Cars

E-Nova, :Do and Promenade: Gen Z Imagines a Very Strange Future for Kei Cars

Students unveil a trio of unusually creative micro-car concepts.

Toyota’s New SUV-Minivan Mashup Could Deal a Serious Blow to Its Rivals

Toyota’s New SUV-Minivan Mashup Could Deal a Serious Blow to Its Rivals

Fresh details about the production model surfaced just days ago

Global Auto Industry Hit by New Microchip Crisis, Losses in the Billions

Global Auto Industry Hit by New Microchip Crisis, Losses in the Billions

The global automotive sector is now facing losses in the billions of dollars due to disruptions in critical semiconductor supplies — and those damages continue to mount.

Daihatsu Midget X, K-OPEN, and K-VISION: Tiny Cars with Big Ideas

Daihatsu Midget X, K-OPEN, and K-VISION: Tiny Cars with Big Ideas

At JMS 2025, Daihatsu unveiled six forward-thinking concept vehicles that redefine compact innovation.

Sharp's Fully Electric Minivan, from Appliance Maker, Coming Soon

Sharp's Fully Electric Minivan, from Appliance Maker, Coming Soon

The Japanese electronics giant best known for TVs and appliances is getting ready to roll onto the electric vehicle scene.

Toyota and Nissan Plan to Import Cars from the U.S. to Japan

Toyota and Nissan Plan to Import Cars from the U.S. to Japan

Two of Japan’s biggest automakers are looking to reverse the usual trade flow by bringing American-made models back home.

6 Underrated Japanese Supercars You’ve Probably Never Heard Of — But Should Have

6 Underrated Japanese Supercars You’ve Probably Never Heard Of — But Should Have

Japan’s auto industry hasn’t always been about practicality and mass-market cars.

A four-person camper made from a tiny Honda — it’s real

A four-person camper made from a tiny Honda — it’s real

This tiny Honda packs a roomy storage area and a camper kit complete with a table and chairs for outdoor dining.

Toyota Launches New Luxury Brand Century — Set to Surpass Lexus

Toyota Launches New Luxury Brand Century — Set to Surpass Lexus

Major changes are coming to Toyota, and at the top of its corporate hierarchy could soon stand a new luxury marque.

Lexus Unveils a Six-Wheeled Minivan — It's Mind-Boggling What's Going On in Japanese Engineers' Minds

Lexus Unveils a Six-Wheeled Minivan — It's Mind-Boggling What's Going On in Japanese Engineers' Minds

The brand’s flagship has undergone a radical transformation — the LS now looks like a futuristic three-axle EV. Judging by the concept, it could become a symbol of a new era in Japanese luxury.

A Lifeline for the Brand: Nissan Unveils the Electric Ariya SUV with a Claimed Range of 329 Miles

A Lifeline for the Brand: Nissan Unveils the Electric Ariya SUV with a Claimed Range of 329 Miles

Nissan is gearing up to unveil a heavily updated version of its popular electric crossover, the Ariya. The refreshed model will make its debut at the Japan Mobility Show.

Mitsubishi and Hino Unite Under ARCHION: A New Global Powerhouse in Truck Manufacturing

Mitsubishi and Hino Unite Under ARCHION: A New Global Powerhouse in Truck Manufacturing

The integration will include a large-scale reorganization of production facilities.

Yamaha Unveils AI-Powered Self-Learning Motorcycle “Lambda” and a Hydrogen Golf Cart

Yamaha Unveils AI-Powered Self-Learning Motorcycle “Lambda” and a Hydrogen Golf Cart

From electric motorcycles and bicycles to futuristic mobility aids and experimental prototypes — Yamaha is reimagining personal transportation.

Nissan on the Brink: Automaker Moves to Sell Soccer Team

Nissan on the Brink: Automaker Moves to Sell Soccer Team

Sources say Nissan plans to sell its stake in a J-League club.

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Recalled Over Fire Risk During Refueling: GM Issues Warning to Owners

Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Recalled Over Fire Risk During Refueling: GM Issues Warning to Owners

In Japan, General Motors Japan has officially notified the Ministry of Transport about the launch of a recall campaign affecting Chevrolet Corvette Z06 sports cars.