Tokyo Auto Salon
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A pair of 1980s Corolla GT-S models converted to use EV and hydrogen powertrains show how older cars can stay on the road in the EV future, according to Toyota.
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A Z SUV exists because of Nissan's technical college
If the Nissan Z is ever turned into an SUV, the result may just look like this student-built Fairlady X concept.
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New Z to headline Nissan's 2023 Tokyo Auto Salon lineup
Nissan will present a varied collection of cars at the upcoming Japanese tuning fest.
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Toyota GRMN Yaris returns with more hardcore design
A redesigned Toyota GRMN Yaris made its debut at the 2022 Tokyo Auto Salon.
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Subaru STI E-RA concept: Electric track machine targets 6:40 'Ring time
Subaru has unveiled a four-motor electric supercar packing over 1,000 hp.
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Toyota GR GT3 concept rocks 2022 Tokyo Auto Salon
Toyota unveiled a wild race car concept at Japan's annual tuner fest.
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Mitsubishi's sporty Ralliart models could return with a stylish Outlander plug-in hybrid.
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Honda E morphs into a pint-size drag racer
Honda's cutesy electric hatchback, the Honda E, has been turned into a drag racer.
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Subaru's next-gen Levorg STI Sport previewed at 2020 Tokyo Auto Salon
Subaru's Levorg wagon is about to enter its second generation and an STI-enhanced version of the new model has just been previewed.
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Toyota's built a second Century GRMN performance flagship
Toyota still hasn't shared what exactly its racy GR performance division did to the original Century GRMN built for company boss Akio Toyoda, but now it's gone ahead and built a second one. Toyota presented the second Century GRMN on January 11 at the 2019 Tokyo Auto Salon, with the car decked out...
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Toyota GR Supra Racing concept previews 2020 Super GT entry
Toyota's reborn Supra is scheduled for its world debut on January 14 at the 2019 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. However, a version of the car was shown Friday in Japan at the 2019 Tokyo Auto Salon. The version is a concept previewing the new Supra-based race car that will...
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Rare Mercedes 300SL with AMG upgrades heads for auction
A deadly cocktail of shockingly poor taste and vast wealth led to the travesty that is the Mercedes-Benz 300SL AMG. A total of 11 of them were built between 1996 and 2009, and now one is up for sale. The car is listed for sale at Best Heritage Auction and is one of only two built with right-hand...
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Japan's Wald International has ditched the Suzuki Jimny's standard cute-ute look and instead given the off-roader a more sinister demeanor. It's called the Jimny Black Bison edition, and it does its best to further emulate the Mercedes-Benz G-Class in all the right ways. The special edition starts life as a Jimny Sierra variant and Wald then adds a redesigned front bumper, new grille, headlight covers, and an aerodynamic hood. A four-piece LED headlight system is included with the new front bumper, and LED lights feature on the roof too. There's also a set of knobbier off-road tires in place...
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Suzuki hints at Jimny pickup with Tokyo Auto Salon concept
Suzuki no longer sells cars in the United States, and that's a real shame as the Japanese brand has an impressive compact SUV in the form of the Jimny. The pint-sized off-roader was redesigned earlier this year, and boy, is it a cute little thing. Better yet, it's tough as nails thanks to a robust...
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Subaru's STI division has a tuned Forester hybrid for the 2019 Tokyo Auto Salon
Subaru's motorsport department and in-house tuner, STI, will use next month's 2019 Tokyo Auto Salon to show off a handful of concept cars, one of which will be a Forester concept packing a number of STI mods as well as the e-Boxer hybrid powertrain introduced in the Japanese market earlier in the...
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Honda S660 retro racer concept heads to Tokyo Auto Salon
The Honda S660 is a neat little kei car, but no, it's still not coming to the United States. Instead, the pint-sized roadster lives on in Japan and Honda has a retro-inspired body kit prepared for the Tokyo Auto Salon. Last Friday, the brand revealed the custom S660 Modulo Neo Classic racer concept...
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Subaru Viziv Performance STI concept debuts, could hint at next-gen WRX STI
Subaru on Friday took the covers off a concept that may just preview the next-generation WRX STI. The concept, dubbed the Viziv Performance STI, is an evolution of the Viziv Performance concept unveiled last fall at the 2017 Tokyo auto show. The Viziv Performance STI debuted at the 2018 Tokyo Auto...
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Toyota debuts Le Mans-inspired GR Super Sport concept
Toyota on Friday presented a supercar concept with a design influenced by the hugely successful TS050 Hybrid Le Mans prototype that competes in the World Endurance Championship. The concept, called the GR Super Sport, was shown for the first time at the 2018 Tokyo Auto Salon tuning fest, where...
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A handful of Japanese companies have been making their name in the world of wide—wide-body kits to be more specific. Browse the latest rides from SEMA or the top-tier automotive aftermarket Instagram accounts and you'll find exotic and JDM-spec rides all boasting massive over fenders and an aggressive stance. One of the top names in this space is TRA-Kyoto. Best known for its Rocket Bunny body kits, it seems TRA-Kyoto's panels could soon be seen on something decidedly more American. This is your first look at a potential wide-body kit for the Ford F-150 Raptor from TRA-Kyoto's Pandem...
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This 'Top Secret' V-12-powered Toyota Supra you didn't know existed is heading to auction
Back in the early 2000s, Japanese tuning firm Top Secret started work on a MkIV Toyota Supra powered by a V-12 engine lifted out of a Toyota Century. The car, which along with its engine transplant also received some wild body enhancements, can now be yours as it’s listed on the website of BH...
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Subaru to debut BRZ STI Sport concept at 2017 Tokyo Auto Salon
Subaru and its official performance arm STI have an interesting concept based on the BRZ due for a reveal at the upcoming 2017 Tokyo Auto Salon. The concept is called the BRZ STI Sport and is described as a more mature take on the Subaru sports car. The only other information Subaru is willing to...
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Mazda CX-5, MX-5 Miata RF get customized cool for 2017 Tokyo Auto Salon
The Tokyo Auto Salon is Japan’s version of the SEMA show. It’s held each year in January and highlights the best on offer from Japan’s popular tuning scene. The OEMs also like to get in on the action and in 2017 one of the biggest fleets on display will be found on the Mazda...
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Toyota GT 86 GRMN special edition set for 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon
Toyota’s GT 86, sold in the United States as the Scion FR-S, hasn’t had much in the way of updates since the debut in 2011. That’s about to change soon, though, as prototypes for an updated version have been spotted testing. For a few lucky buyers in Toyota’s home market...
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Subaru confirms Levorg and Crosstrek Hybrid STI concepts for 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon
Subaru has confirmed plans to unveil two new concept cars developed with its official performance arm, Subaru Tecnica International, at next month’s 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon. Before you get too excited, note that STI concepts rarely go into production and even when they do they tend to be...
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