Author Archives: Dan Hsu
BIKES: Japan kicks off high-end collector motorcycle auctions
We at JNC certainly love our classic Japanese cars, but Japan’s true technological tour de force came on two wheels. The design, engineering, and performance of Japanese bikes had an even bigger impact on the motorcycling world than that of … Continue reading
Posted in Motorcycles
Tagged 750SS, CB1100R, CB72, cb750, honda, kawasaki, motorcycles, RC45, suzuki
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PARTS GUIDE: Yokohama re-issues GT Special Classic tire
Yokohama Tire has announced the GT Special Classic, a re-issue of its iconic sports radial tire from 1967. Developed in response to the expansion of Japan’s expressway system in the mid-1960s and the rise of performance cars, the original Yokohama … Continue reading
Posted in Product Guide
Tagged datsun, fairlady roadster, GT Special, nissan, Yokohama Tire
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Happy 710 Day from JNC
The Datsun 710 isn’t as revered as some of its ancestors, but let’s not forget, they were formidable race cars too. Happy 710 Day from JNC!
Happy Sevens Day from JNC
It’s the perfect day to exercise your rotary engine. Just remember to lubricate those apex seals! Happy Sevens Day from JNC!
Happy Independence Day from JNC
The Mazda Miata made its debut 30 years ago at the Chicago Auto Show, in the good ol’ US of A. The three stock production models were, appropriately, finished in red, white and blue. After the debut, the white one … Continue reading
Happy MX73 Day from JNC
We love a good chassis code-based holiday here at JNC, but cars like the Toyota Cressida present a dilemma. The US sedan’s chassis code is MX73, so naturally that would make today, July 3, MX73 day. I think we can … Continue reading
VIDEO: This Honda CR750 channels 60 years of racing bikes
Speaking of Honda racing bikes, a custom 1973 CB750 might just be the coolest Japanese vehicle Jay Leno has ever hosted on his YouTube channel — an iconic Honda superbike built to channel Old Man Soichiro’s renowned early RC race … Continue reading
MOTORSPORT: Honda celebrates 60 years of racing
Honda is one of the few carmakers that’s been racing almost as long as it’s been a company. Its first foray into motorsports was a dive into the deep end, challenging the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy, widely considered one … Continue reading
Posted in motorsport
Tagged Formula One, honda, kunimitsu takahashi, McLaren Honda MP4/4, Moto GP, rc142, RC143
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EVENTS: All-Toyotafest, Part 06 — Trucks
Many long-time Toyota enthusiasts may feel that the company has squandered their loyalty by farming out their sports car icon (no matter what the reasons) or dissolving important parts of the Toyota USA Museum. However, there is one thing Toyota … Continue reading
EVENTS: All-Toyotafest, Part 05 — Big Sedans
There’s nothing like a big Toyota sedan, and Toyotafest was full of ’em. Whether you’re talking about the brilliant luxury of a Lexus LS or the deadbolt reliability of a Camry, each one had its fans and fastidious owners. With … Continue reading
QotW: What is the Best Japanese Automotive Trilogy?
The new Supra is finally here, and Toyota has been parading a lineup of previous-generation Supras whenever possible in order to remind us that the new one is definitely a Toyota-and-not-a-BMW Supra. But for all the flack Toyota’s been getting about … Continue reading
Happy 610 Day from JNC!
To celebrate 610 Day, here are two of our favorites from last year’s JCCS. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for this year’s event, which is on Saturday, September 21st!
Tokyo Auto Salon: Here are some proper Supras
If you’re sick of all the A90 news, here are some true, Toyota-built Supras to soothe your nerves. The Tokyo Auto Salon took place last weekend, just a day before Toyota chose to reveal the production 2020 Supra at the … Continue reading
Posted in Tokyo Auto Salon
Tagged a70, A80, A90, JGTC, juichi wakisaka, SuperGT, supra, tokyo auto salon, toyota
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VIDEO: Listen to the revs of this unmolested EG Civic SiR
We periodically like to check in with the Honda Collection Hall to see what the company’s museum is up to. If you’ve visited the facility at Twin Ring Motegi in Tochigi Prefecture, you’ll know that they take great pride in … Continue reading
Posted in Video
Tagged CB750K, civic, Civic EG, honda, monkey, motorcycles, nsx, super cub
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EVENTS: All-Toyotafest 2018, Part 06 — Trucks & Vans
We’ve arrived at the final dispatch from Toyotafest, and in this installment we look at the trucks, SUVs, and vans that graced the show. Everyone loves Celicas and Supras but these unsung heroes are an undeniable part of Toyota’s success (and perhaps just … Continue reading
Posted in events
Tagged 4runner, back to the future, fj40, fj60, hilux, honda, J70, J80, land cruiser, motocompo, N20, N40, N50, stout, toyota, Toyota Van, toyotafest
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TRA Kyoto releases Rocket Bunny Pandem kit for FC RX-7
Because we must now widebody all the things, TRA Kyoto has released a Rocket Bunny Pandem body kit for the FC3S Mazda RX-7. The company recently released a video rendering of the proposed kit on its Facebook page. While recent kits … Continue reading
Koyorad releases new radiators for 90s Chaser, 300ZX, Maxima
Our partners at Koyorad are releasing a slew of new cooling options for 90s cars, including the JZX90 Toyota Chaser, Mark II and Cresta triplets, as well as the Z32 Nissan 300ZX and J30 Maxima. It may seem odd to sell an aftermarket part for cars … Continue reading
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Tagged aftermarket, chaser, cresta, koyorad, mark II, maxima, Maxima J30, nissan, toyota, X90, z32
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EVENTS: All-Toyotafest 2018, Part 04 — RWD Celicas
With a new Supra on the way and Toyota’s increased focus on more powerful and likely very expensive sports cars, let us not forget the humble Celica. For seven generations it was Aichi’s entry level sports car, and long before the zippy front-drivers and AWD … Continue reading
EVENTS: All-Toyotafest 2018, Part 03 — Transversely Mounted
Though many enthusiasts bemoan Toyota’s transition, starting in the mid-1980s, to a mostly front-wheel-drive lineup, this shouldn’t be the case. Sure, the Cressidas and Supras carried the RWD torch, but Toyota built many fun-to-drive models with transversely mounted engines too, and those … Continue reading
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Tagged A80, A90, aw11, celica, Celica All-Trac, Corolla FX-16, gt-four, mr2, st165, st185, st205, sw20, T160, T180, T200, toyota, toyotafest, ZZW30
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