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Elegance of Simplicity: Transforming a Prius with USDM Style

Japanese cars running in the U.S. have different specifications in minor details due to differences in laws and regulations. The customization to enjoy dressing up such American specifications is called USDM = North American specifications. Let us introduce you to the Toyota Prius, an attractive car with a casual dress-up style that incorporates such USDM style.

Evolution of Excellence: Reviving the Volk Mesh Legacy

Sports cars from a generation ago are still very popular. I think it is partly because they are rare, but many people seem to prefer the design of the cars of the time. The same is true for wheels, and it seems that neo-classic design wheels are becoming popular among recent dress-up users. In this issue, we would like to introduce some of the new and noteworthy wheels from Volk Racing.

Driving into History: The Evolution of Toyota MR-S, From MR2 Successor to Modern Classic

The Toyota MR2 was the first mass-produced production midship passenger car in Japan. The MR-S was introduced in 1999 as the successor to that model. The body was not a coupe, but an open type. A detachable hardtop was also available as an option. The price at the time was 1,680,000 yen for the B edition, making it an inexpensive and attractive car.

DEFACE by DAMD: A Bold New Look for the Toyota Hiace

DAMD, which is popular for its stylish aero parts and has an established reputation in the dress-up world, has launched a new body kit "DAMD DEFACE" for the Toyota Hiace. Here we introduce DAMD's attractive new style, which completes the classic yet rugged front face.

Inside the Award-Winning GR86 Carbon Spec: KAZAMA’s Tokyo Auto Salon Victory

KAZAMA AUTO, which has established itself as a leading company in the drifting field of Toyota "86/GR86" & Subaru "BRZ" tuning, not only in Japan but also in the world, has prepared an amazing state-of-the-art drifting machine that is not limited to the development and sales of drifting-specific parts! The "GR86 Carbon Spec/Drift" won the grand prize in the dress-up sports car category at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024.

Customizing for Comfort: Inside the Toyota Hiace Owner’s Luxurious Journey

The Toyota Hiace is used as a work partner for various professionals, and the range of customization that can be expanded to meet the needs of professionals and the tastes of owners is so diverse as to be almost limitless. This time, the AMW editorial department focused on Mr. "Noburin" whose car graces the cover of "Hiace Style," a magazine dedicated to Hiace riders.

Revitalizing Charm: The Resurgence of the First Gen Toyota Altezza as a Compact FR Sports Sedan

The Toyota "Altezza" was developed as "a sedan with a compact body and RWD layout. It shared a platform with the "Progres" and "Brevis," and the lineup included a sedan and a hatchback. We look back at this car, which has seen its price rise steadily over the past few years.

From Drifts to Dirt: The Off-Road Evolution of a Toyota HiLux Enthusiast

The Toyota "Hilux Surf" with its harsh bumpers and matte body color was impressive. tires and open country, Mr. Tomonori Ono's car stood out from the crowd of Japanese off-roaders!

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