REAL CAR CULTURE

AUTO MESSE WEB

REAL CAR CULTURE

AUTO MESSE WEB(オートメッセウェブ)

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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 Weeds to Wonders: The Epic Build of a Honda Street into a Wide-Body Beast with a Hayabusa Engine

Tokyo Auto Salon 2024 was held from January 12 to 14, 2024. The HOT ROTY, built by theShizuoka Professional College of Automobile Technology on a budget of only 1 million yen, was a dress-up compact car that astonished everyone who saw it. Here are some details.

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!

Behind the Wheel: Exploring ‘Ryou’s’ Journey with the Unique Nissan EXA

The Nissan "EXA" was introduced in 1986 and was available in two body shapes: a rear hatch coupe and a wagon-type canopy. The Japanese version of the coupe and canopy had different shapes, so they were considered two different cars under the law, and were sold as two separate models. The rear roof section could be detached to enjoy the open-air environment. Mr. "Ryou" welcomed such a unique model as his first car.

The Future Unveiled: HKS’s Multi-Energy Toyota Hiace

At the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024 held from January 12 to 14, 2024, HKS was the theme for "Tune the Next." Along with demo cars such as the Nissan R35 "GT-R," Toyota "GR86," and Lexus "LM," the "Multi-Energy" Toyota "Hiace".

Evolution of Passion: 30 Years with the 130 Fairlady Z

The Nissan "Fairlady Z" is one of the most popular old Japanese cars. Its sporty looks and simple layout which can be freely modified as only an old car can, has attracted many tuning freaks and has been immensely popular. Mr. Shigenori Kamikubo (上久保茂紀), now 52 years old, has enjoyed creating memories with such a Fairlady Z for 30 years. And that enjoyment continues through ongoing, new evolutionary changes, as he pursues his ideals and tuning.

Breaking Boundaries: The Story Behind Endless’ High-Performance Caliper Kit for Toyota’s Alphard/Vellfire

A surprise at the Endless booth at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, held January 12-14, 2024, was the display of the current 40-series Toyota Vellfire. This was probably the first time a minivan was displayed at the Endless booth at the Auto Salon.

Delight of Discovery: A 20-Year-Old Racer’s First Drive in a Classic Honda Beat

This is a project in which 20-year-old female racing driver Ms. Rami Sasaki, who loves old cars, test drives a variety of old cars to give her honest impressions from a young person's point of view. This time, we took a ride on the Honda "Beat", which is maintained in good condition by Honda Access.

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