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Tail-Happy Charm: Exploring the Legacy of the Peugeot 106 Rally

On October 8, 2023, the "Rally Fan Meeting" was held at the Fuji Speedway. On the day of the event, various models that conjured up images of success in the rally scene were gathered, but it was not only the participants who rode such models. Mr. Keigo, who was also the official photographer, came to the event in his own Peugeot 106 Rallye. Let's take a closer look.

Symphony of Style: Harmonizing Aesthetics and Performance in a Toyota 86

The Miyagi 86/BRZ Meeting is a gathering of all types of vehicles, from fully stock to tuned. At the event, we spotted Mr. Sato's Toyota 86 finished with Silk Blaze aero. He bought this 86 when he was living in Hokkaido for work. Did he have any concerns about driving a RWD car in a snowy country?

The Evolution of Cool: How the Nissan Cherry X-1R’s ‘Gitanes’ Makeover Captures a Bygone Era

In 1970, in the midst of the high-growth era, the Nissan “Cherry” was introduced with the hope that it would grow like the cherry blossom, a flower known to be loved by many Japanese people. Mr. Sugiyama's favorite car is a high-end 1974 first generation KPE10 Cherry Coupe X-1R. What kind of car is it?

Chasing Curves: The Subaru Impreza WRX STI Transformed in Martini Colors

The "Rally Fun Meeting" was held at the Fuji Speedway CG Park P2 parking lot in October 2023. There were many so-called "replica vehicles" that imitated the livery of rally cars, but we asked a participant with a Subaru "Impreza" in Martini colors, a livery not seen in actual competition, about his particulars.

Elegance of Exploration: Discovering the Charm of the Honda N-VAN “Mia Picnica”

Usually used for city driving and transportation, they are also used on weekends for short trips to scenic places for a change of pace. There is a growing need for vehicles that allow people to enjoy such a lifestyle. What is required is a vehicle that is reasonably priced, has a minimum sleeping space, and is easy to drive and maneuver. The “Mia Picnica,” based on the Honda “N-VAN” with original equipment, fulfills these requirements.

From Classic to Iconic: The Enduring Charm of the 1964 Nissan Silvia at Modern Events

Mr. Koji Osaki has been driving Nissan's first-generation Silvia, which was released 60 years ago in 1964, as his beloved car. What is amazing about this car and Mr. Osaki is that even though it is a valuable museum-grade car, he enjoys driving it by himself to old car events held all over Japan and participating in them just as much as he does with his current car.

The GR86 Journey: How a Father-Son Team Transformed a Stock Toyota into a Track-Ready Machine

The "Miyagi 86/BRZ Meeting" is where everyone from fully stock to tuned cars can gather. One person we saw at the event was Mr. Saito, who purchased a Toyota "GR86" because of its FR drivetrain, which is ideal for polishing driving techniques. He grew up with car-loving parents and had ordered parts for his car before he took delivery intending to drive it on the race circuit. We asked him to introduce his car, which he is very particular about.

Pioneers of Progress: Honoring Breakthroughs in Eco-Friendly Automotive Engineering

Altair Engineering, a global leader in computing and AI, announced the 2024 Altair Enlighten Awards winners on August 6, 2024. The award, co-sponsored by the American Center for Automotive Research, recognizes outstanding sustainability and lightweight initiatives that reduce CO2 emissions, water and energy consumption, and promote the reuse and recycling of materials. Let's look at the latest technologies that are paving the way for the future of cars.

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