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The Evolution of Performance: How a Veteran’s Custom Copen Keeps Him at the Top
In the Tohoku 660 series of kei-car races, the "Turbo GP" is the category with the highest degree of freedom in tuning, where you can satisfy your desire for customization while competing in technique. We will introduce you to the particulars of a veteran driver who has been competing with a Daihatsu "Copen" for many years.
The Joy of Manual Transmission: How a Land Cruiser Prado Became a Family Adventure Vehicle
Ms. "Sa-chan" acquired a 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado about nine years ago while looking for a car that she could enjoy with her family. At the time of purchase, the suspension had only been replaced, but she and her partner have been working on it to make it more enjoyable for everyday use and off-road driving.
The Feminine and the Fierce: How a Purple Subaru BRZ Breaks Gender Norms
At the “Gunma Sonic” held on July 6, 2024, a space was set up to display vehicles driven by female owners. The Toyota “86” and Subaru “BRZ” ridden by female owners were all lined up in a row. In this issue, we would like to introduce a lady owner, Ms. “Shuri,” who drives a BRZ.
The Journey of Dedication: 36 Years and 170,000 Kilometers in a 1970 Toyopet Crown
The "Crown" is Toyota's well-known signature car, but Mr. Hisao Akakura owns the last generation called "Toyopet Crown," which now retains its name only as a dealer. Although he has applied for an officially approved modified car, he has an extraordinary passion for the engine. We asked him to introduce his beloved car, which he has owned for about 36 years since he got it.
Tailoring Your Ride: How a Jimny Became a Unique Blend of Classic Looks and Modern Performance
Ms. "maomao" switched from a Suzuki Hustler to a 2023 Suzuki Jimny. Her beloved car, equipped with DAMD's "The Roots" aero parts that have the atmosphere of the old Jimny, is the "XC" model with a 5-speed manual transmission. The reason why she chose it was because she wanted to drive an MT car. Why did she choose a Jimny among MT cars?
Mastering the Canvas: How One Enthusiast Transforms a Impreza WRX STi with Itasha Innovation
Cars with anime characters painted on the body are commonly known as "Itasha," and in recent years the Itasha community has been changing. While most painted cars have been Lancer Evolutions and Imprezas, what are the base cars of the 2025 era? Mr. "Doramata", who drives a Subaru "Impreza WRX STi", also talked about the current situation of Itashas. We also asked him about the specifications of his car.
The Journey of Restoration: Breathing New Life into a Classic Mitsubishi Colt 1000
The "Colt" has long been a symbolic car of Mitsubishi Motors. Since the Mitsubishi "500" was developed based on the national car concept, the displacement was increased with a full model change, and the name "Colt 600" was given to the car, which is still a familiar name today. Its successor, the Colt 1000, is owned by Mr. Sadao Yuzuki. We asked him how he acquired his beloved car.
The Customization Chronicles: Transforming a Jimny Sierra into a Personal Masterpiece
Ms. "KOTO" switched from a Daihatsu Copen to a 2023 Suzuki Jimny Sierra. After much deliberation about the economics of choice between the "Jimny" kei-car and the "Jimny Sierra" passenger car, she chose the Jimny Sierra as her beloved car, focusing on its visual appeal. Here is a car full of originality with customization in progress.
