Category Archives: Auto Shows

DETROIT: Aisin’s 1961 2-speed Toyoglide

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Ben Hsu

This crusty old transmission seems like it should be sitting in the back of an old Japanese garage in some rural prefecture but it was displayed proudly, behind glass, at the Aisin booth at the Detroit Auto Show. 

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Japanese car displays from the Post War Miracle Years

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Matt De Mangos

Auto displays are like a magical time travel device. Not only do you get to see cars of the era, but also its prevailing fashion, colors and architecture. Like the old Tokyo street scenes we showed you a few months ago, here … Continue reading →

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AUTO SHOWS: JNCs at the Chicago Auto Show, 1959-1989

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Matt De Mangos

The Chicago Auto Show first began in 1901 and calls itself the largest auto show in North America. They have an incredible photo archive spanning the decades, many of which include JNCs. Until someone invents a time machine, this is the closest … Continue reading →

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Yamaha Y125 Moegi is your retro 1955 YA-1 motorcycle

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Ben Hsu

Our final report from the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show looks at another retro-styled concept from a Japanese manufacturer. The Yamaha Y125 Moegi is a lightweight motorcycle designed after the 1955 Yamaha YA-1. Its 125cc SOHC four-stroke single-cylinder engine gets 80 km/l, or an astounding … Continue reading →

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FEATURES: LA Auto Show

Posted on November 20, 2007 by Ben Hsu

New article up. A couple of classics showed up at the ongoing LA Auto Show. [LINK]

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Awesome Blossom

Posted on October 23, 2007 by Ben Hsu

The 2007 Tokyo Motor Show is about to kick off in a matter of days now, and concept photos have been hitting teh internets like a celebrity sex tape. We’ve already noted the Honda CR-Z concept that may portend a … Continue reading →

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