2026 Subaru Outback XT and Wilderness Preview – All-New Rugged Redesign
By Steve Laser Subaru was ahead of the times when it introduced the original Outback, called the “World’s First...
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2026 Nissan LEAF First Look – Plus New Micra EV, Juke EV and Rogue e-POWER
By Steve Laser Story update June 23, 2025: Nissan has revealed more details and photos of the new LEAF....
2026 Toyota C-HR+ Preview – New All-Electric SUV Joins bZ4X and Urban Cruiser EV
By Steve Laser Story update: In addition to Europe, the new C-HR BEV is going on sale in America...
Mitsuoka Ryugi Wagon Adventure – New Special Edition is Limited to Just 20 Units
By Steve Laser Mitsuoka Motors, Japan’s boutique automaker, has introduced a special edition of its retro-classic styled Ryugi Wagon,...
2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite Preview – New Adventure-Ready Top-Line SUV
By Steve Laser The redesigned Honda Passport has gone on sale, offering extensive product enhancements for the off-road focused...
2025 Toyota Alphard & Vellfire PHEV Preview – New Plug-in Hybrid & Spacious Lounge
By Steve Laser Toyota introduced the fourth generation of its popular Alphard (below) and Vellfire minivans two years ago...
2025 Lexus LX 700h Overtrail Preview – Enjoy the Outdoors and New Hybrid System
By Steve Laser Lexus is gearing up to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its flagship LX SUV this year...
New Acura RSX EV Preview – All-Electric SUV to Feature ASIMO OS Technology
By Steve Laser Story Update March 2026: Honda has cancelled plans to produce the O Series. See our updated...
Honda O Series EV Preview – New O SUV and O Saloon Planned to Launch in 2026
By Steve Laser Story Update March 2026: Honda has cancelled plans to produce the O Series. See our updated...
Nissan, Honda, and Mitsubishi May Merge – Could They Build Electric Sports Cars?
By Steve Laser Story Update: Feb. 13, 2025 Nissan and Honda Cancel Merger Plan The Nissan, Honda and potentially...
2026 Honda Prelude e:HEV Preview – New Hybrid Sports Coupe Features S+ Shift
By Steve Laser Honda has confirmed that the Prelude will soon be returning to its lineup. In this age...
2025 Toyota Urban Cruiser Preview – e-Collection Highlights New Electric SUV Features
By Steve Laser Toyota is using a creative approach to help launch its new all-electric 2025 Urban Cruiser SUV...
Mitsuoka M55 Zero Edition Preview – Honda Civic Reimagined with Classic Dodge Vibe
By Steve Laser As Japan’s long-running boutique automaker, Mitsuoka Motor celebrated its 55th anniversary last year and introduced the...
2024 Mazda Flair Wagon Tough Style Preview – New Hybrid XS and XT Turbo Debut
By Steve Laser Mazda offers a wide choice of vehicles at its showrooms in Japan. In addition to an...
2024 Subaru Chiffon Try Preview – New Outdoor Activity Model Joins Chiffon Custom
By Steve Laser Subaru offers a variety of models with familiar names at its new-car showrooms in Japan. There’s...
New 2024 Honda N-BOX JOY – Customize Active Leisure Style with Honda Access
By Steve Laser Honda has introduced a new model of the popular N-BOX in Japan called “JOY.” With a...
2024 Nissan Juke Hybrid Preview – New N-Sport Dazzles with Dynamic Iconic Yellow
By Steve Laser How popular is the Nissan Juke in Europe? Since the first generation was launched in 2010,...
2024 Honda Vezel e:HEV – Customize Active and Sports Style with Honda Access
By Steve Laser Honda updated the popular Vezel in Japan this year with freshened styling, new features, and new...
Nissan Caravan is Vantastic – MYROOM Camper, AUTECH, 50th Anniversary Edition
By Steve Laser Nissan continues to enhance the long-running Caravan series in Japan with a wide variety of models...
2024 Honda N-VAN e: Preview – Fun at Work or Play with Honda Access EV Accessories
By Steve Laser Honda launched the gas-powered N-VAN six years ago in Japan as a light commercial vehicle sibling...
Nissan Townstar Karaok-e – Singing the Virtues of an All-Electric Mobile Music Van
By Steve Laser All-electric vans are very popular in Europe, and so are van conversions of all shapes and...
2024 Honda Freed CROSSTAR e:HEV – Customize Active-Style with Honda Access
By Steve Laser Honda is preparing to launch the new third-generation Freed in Japan next month. Restyled AIR and...
2024 Nissan Qashqai e-POWER Preview – New N-Design Leads Restyled Model Line
By Steve Laser The Qashqai is a success story for Nissan in Europe. Since its launch in 2007, the...
2025 Toyota 4Runner Preview – New Trailhunter Hybrid Joins Next-Generation Lineup
By Steve Laser Toyota pays homage to its history with nameplates that can be traced to its origins in...
2024 Lexus GX Overtrail Preview – New Premium Off-Roader Ready for Adventure
By Steve Laser The next-generation Lexus GX introduces a number of firsts for the luxury SUV. It’s the first...
2024 Toyota Yaris Cross Preview – New Hybrid 130 for Premiere Edition and GR SPORT
By Steve Laser The popular European Toyota Yaris Cross receives an array of product enhancements for the new year....
2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Preview – Customize with Modellista and JAOS Accessories
By Steve Laser The Toyota Land Cruiser 70 has returned to showrooms in Japan, just in time to celebrate...
2024 Toyota C-HR GR SPORT Preview – Next Generation Hybrid with All-Wheel Drive
By Steve Laser C-HR prologue When Toyota revealed the C-HR prologue concept last year (shown below), it was said...
2024 Honda WR-V Preview – Customize It With Cool Accessories from Honda Access
By Steve Laser Honda offers nearly a dozen models in Japan, from the popular N-BOX and N-WGN mini vehicles,...
New Lexus LM 350h and 500h Preview – Luxury Mover Offers Ultimate Omotenashi Comfort
By Steve Laser The Lexus lineup includes an array of luxury cars, SUVs, and electrified models. It also offers...
New Honda e:Ny1 All-Electric SUV Preview – European EV Lineup Gains A Second Model
By Steve Laser Honda is expanding its lineup of electric vehicles in Europe with the addition of a new...
New Toyota Century PHEV Preview – Ultra-Luxury Chauffeur-Driven SUV Arrives in Japan
By Steve Laser While Toyota and Lexus offer a wide array of luxury vehicles in Japan, the ultimate, typically...
New Nissan Serena e-POWER Preview – Electrified Luxion Flagship and Customized AUTECH
By Steve Laser Since the launch of the original Serena minivan in 1991, Nissan has sold more than 2...
New Toyota Alphard and Vellfire – Next Generation Delivers More Luxury and Technology
By Steve Laser Toyota has introduced the next generation of its popular Alphard and Vellfire in Japan. The minivan...
2024 Honda N-BOX Preview – Customize the Style with New Honda Access Accessories
By Steve Laser The Honda N-BOX continues to be one of the best-selling vehicles in Japan. Since its launch...
2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 250 Preview – Joins Refreshed 70 Series and 300 Series in Japan
By Steve Laser The all-new Toyota Land Cruiser 250 that premiered in Japan this week is an exciting addition...
2023 Chevrolet Montana Preview – All-New Pickup Delivers Good Things In Small Packages
By Steve & Tamami Laser The new Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz have led a resurgence in the...
2023 Toyota Prius Premieres in Japan – “Together, We Chose Love” – The Development Story
By Steve & Tamami Laser The Prius is such an important car for Toyota that it continues to hold...
2023 Honda Pilot TrailSport Preview – Built for Adventure Seekers and Off-Road Enthusiasts
By Steve & Tamami Laser The Honda Pilot is a common sight on the road, with more than 2...
2024 Honda Prologue EV Preview – All-New Electric SUV Features Neo-Rugged Styling
By Steve & Tamami Laser While Toyota, with the new bZ4X, and Nissan, with its new Ariya, have taken...
2023 Toyota Crown Preview – New Crossover, Sport, Sedan and Estate SUV Premiere in Japan
By Steve & Tamami Laser As one of Toyota’s longest-running nameplates, the Crown has been offered as a sedan,...
2022 Nissan Primastar Seaside by Dethleffs Preview – New Camper Van Launches In Europe
By Steve & Tamami Laser The new Nissan Primastar Seaside by Dethleffs camper van conversion going on sale in...
Chevrolet Fan Day 2022 in Japan – Fuji Speedway Welcomes Corvette and Camaro Enthusiasts
By Steve & Tamami Laser Love for Chevrolet runs deep in Japan, where Corvette and Camaro owners treasure multi...
New Nissan Sakura and Mitsubishi eK X EV Preview – All-Electric Kei Cars Debut In Japan
By Steve & Tamami Laser For more than a decade, NMKV, the Nissan and Mitsubishi joint venture plant in...
2023 Lexus RZ 450e Preview – Lexus Electrified Reveals Seamless E-Motion BEV with DIRECT4
By Steve & Tamami Laser Late last year, Toyota and Lexus revealed 15 new EV models during a press conference...
2023 Honda Civic Type R Sets New Lap Record – Suzuka Circuit Celebrates 60 Years of Racing
By Steve & Tamami Laser While Honda is on the fast track to developing a lineup of new electrified...
2023 Toyota GR Corolla Preview – Circuit Edition and Core Models Are Built for Enthusiasts
By Steve & Tamami Laser What started out as a new compact economy car some 56 years ago has...
2024 Volkswagen ID. Buzz Preview – Microbus Magic Rekindled with All-Electric Model Lineup
By Steve & Tamami Laser Volkswagen sells a wide variety of passenger, cargo, and camper vans in Europe that...
2022 Toyota Noah and Voxy Preview – Designers Craft New Dream Rides for Families in Japan
By Steve & Tamami Laser Since their debut in 2001, Toyota has sold more than 1 million units of...
2023 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro Preview – Next Generation Delivers Hybrid Twin-Turbo Power
By Steve & Tamami Laser Full-size SUVs are really popular in Southern California, where families on-the-go appreciate their spacious...