Category Archives: Japan Mobility Show
Japan Mobility Show proves there’s still cars to look forward to
With crossovers, EVs, and crossover EVs flooding the market you’d think the future of cars looks pretty bleak. Well, a stroll through the Japan Mobility Show does have plenty of those. But, there are also highlights that might spark car … Continue reading
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Tagged copen, daihatsu, honda, hyundai, Japan Mobility Show, midget, prelude, toyota, vamos
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The Toyota Crown Coupe is a rolling art museum of Japanese craftsmanship
One of the biggest topics at the Japan Mobility Show is the shocking Toyota Century Coupe. The massive fastback upends over half a century (no pun intended) of tradition, in which Toyota’s flagship sedan was just that — a sedan. … Continue reading
Mazda unveils a turbo rotary ‘coupe’ and a cute hatch in Tokyo
Mazda’s stand at the Japan Mobility Show never disappoints, with breathtaking concepts like the RX-Vision taking center stage. This year, Mazda’s show cars tell a tale of two futures. The small Vision X-Compact hatchback shows commitment to a segment that … Continue reading
The Honda Super-One Prototype is a Bulldog-inspired EV
Honda never explicitly states it, but its latest EV concept takes a lot of inspiration from the 1983 Honda City Turbo II. With its aggressive stance, flared blister fenders, and asymmetric grille, the nods are unmistakable. It even comes in … Continue reading
Yamaha e-bike concept pays homage to its first motorcycle
Yamaha has revealed what it’s bringing to the Japan Mobility Show later this month. Among the 16 motorcycles, three-wheelers, and motorized wheelchairs is a beautiful electric bicycle called the Y-00B. It was inspired by the 1955 Yamaha YA-1, the company’s … Continue reading
Toyota’s ‘baby’ Land Cruiser FJ revealed as mini body-on-frame SUV
Since at least 2022 Toyota has been teasing the idea of a mini SUV that draws on the Land Cruiser’s rich heritage. Now that vehicle has arrived, revealed in full ahead of the Japan Mobility Show at the end of … Continue reading
Toyota’s motor show video unites owners from around the globe
Not to be outdone by its subsidiary Daihatsu, Toyota has its own compilation video for the Japan Mobility Show. With the tagline “To You. Toyota”, the video depicts a vast variety of Toyota cars and trucks in all walks of … Continue reading
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Tagged a70, A80, ae86, corolla, fj cruiser, hiace, hilux, Japan Mobility Show, land cruiser, supra, toyota
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Daihatsu’s ‘greatest hits’ animation proves good things come in small packages
Daihatsu will soon show its Midget X concept at the Japan Mobility Show, a throwback to the 1957 Midget that was the company’s first blockbuster success. With it comes a new campaign that highlights the company’s greatest hits, done in … Continue reading
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Tagged charade, copen, daihatsu, hijet, midget, mira, Tanto
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Forget the Century coupe and six-wheeled Lexus LS, peep the Daihatsu Midget concept
It’s almost time for the Tokyo Motor Show Japan Mobility Show, and Toyota is first out of the gates with a buffet of unhinged concept cars. And yes, the coupe based on the Century SUV or Lexus LS reborn as … Continue reading
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Tagged century, daihatsu, Japan Mobility Show, lexus, midget, toyota
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Honda Prelude revived as electric sports coupe
The rumors have been swirling since around this time last year, but now it’s confirmed. Honda has revived the Prelude name on a new sports coupe boasting an electrified powertrain. While not a drop-dead stunner like the Mazda concept revealed … Continue reading
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