REAL CAR CULTURE

AUTO MESSE WEB

REAL CAR CULTURE

AUTO MESSE WEB(オートメッセウェブ)

TOYOTA(TOYOTA) 記事一覧

Crafting Character: Ms. “Akao”s Story of Customizing her Beloved Toyota ‘Celica’

GIRLS CAR COLLECTION, a girls-only, boys-only event, was held on 23 November 2023 at the UDX Jidoshiba in Akihabara, Tokyo. This time we introduce the 20-something female owners who took part in the event in their bright red Toyota 7th generation Celica.

Unconventional Charm: Exploring Japan’s Compact Car Revolution

1990s to 2000s, Japan experienced an unprecedented minivan boom, but compact cars were also a new phenomenon, with many different models being introduced by various companies. We look back at some of the cars that unfortunately lasted only one generation, but whose individuality shone through.

Small but Mighty: Rami Sasaki’s Impressions of the Toyota ‘Publica’ Test Drive

A 19-year-old female racing driver, Rami Sasaki, who loves old cars, test drives a variety of old cars and gives her honest impressions from a young person's point of view. This time, with the cooperation of “Endless 130 Collection,” she took a ride in the Toyota “Publica,” a great popular car.

Tech Triumphs: Inside the Advanced Features of the Lexus SC400 from the 90s

The third generation Toyota Soarer, which appeared in 1991, was developed as a coupe to be sold by Lexus, with the body, which had previously been a 5-number car, now being a 3-number car. The exterior, which until the previous generation had adopted an angular design, now had a rounded, gentle style that renewed the Soarer's image.

The Evolution of JUN Auto Mechanic: Tailored Tuning for Driving Enthusiasts

"JUN Auto Mechanic" exhibited at the Osaka Auto Messe 2024. The company is based on Tanaka Kogyo, which specialises in internal combustion engine machining technology, and has undertaken a number of hard engine tuning projects. The Toyota GR86 exhibited this time is a light specification with no modifications to the engine itself. The reason for this is explained.

Racing Ahead: The Rise of HKS F-CON V Pro+ in the Automotive Industry

HKS' "F-CON V Pro" is known as a computer that controls and corrects the base map of the fuel and ignition systems to enable various controls. The release of the product was put on hold as the car evolved, but HKS has started development. What is it all about?

Undercover Racing: Toyota’s GR Yaris Surprises at Nürburgring

WRC driver Jari-Matti Latvala showed up for the first race of the Nürburgring endurance race. The car he will be using is a pure white Toyota GR Yaris with no race vehicle livery. What is the reason why he has chosen this car to participate in the race?

Driven by Passion: Remarkable DIY Custom ‘Hiace’ Transformation

This time, we introduce the Hiace of "Masayan", who does all the installation and modifications himself. What kind of finish does this completely DIY custom car, which he even painted the parts himself, have?

ranking

MEDIA CONTENTS