2026 Honda Super-N Preview – New Mini-EV Features Boost Mode
By Steve Laser When Honda introduced the Super-ONE performance-themed mini-EV in Japan in April, it was expected to be...
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2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback EV Preview – Based on Nissan LEAF
By Steve Laser Mitsubishi is planning to introduce a new EV, called the Eclipse Sportback, to its lineup in...
Nissan Micra-Wave Cooks Micra-Chips – Vehicle-to-Load V2L Demo
By Steve Laser The new Nissan Micra EV features Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability that can supply power to small electric...
Honda N-BOX Series Tops 3 Million Sales – Japan’s Favorite Kei Car
By Steve Laser The popular Honda N-BOX series is celebrating a significant milestone in Japan with cumulative sales topping...
2026 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ Preview – New Model Launch in Japan
By Steve Laser The all-new 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ went on sale in Japan this month. The compact...
New Honda and Acura Prototypes – Future Hybrid Sedan and SUV
By Steve Laser Honda announced future product plans during a business briefing in Tokyo on May 14. The presentation...
2027 Lexus TZ 550e AWD Preview – New All-Electric 3-Row SUV
By Steve Laser Lexus held the world premiere of the new TZ all-electric premium SUV on May 7 at...
2027 Nissan Terrano PHEV Concept – Surprise Return of Iconic SUV
By Steve Laser Nissan revealed a new Terrano PHEV concept at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2026)...
2026 Toyota Yaris Cross GR Sport Preview – New Styling and Features
By Steve Laser Yaris Cross is Toyota’s top-selling vehicle in Europe, with some 200,000 units sold in 2025. To...
Nissan Xterra Revisited – All-New Xterra SUV Planned for 2028
By Steve Laser The Nissan Xterra was a popular, rugged, truck-based SUV. Available in the U.S. from the 2000...
2027 Nissan X-Trail & Rogue Preview – Hybrid e-POWER Technology
By Steve Laser Nissan revealed the next-generation X-Trail and Rogue with Hybrid e-POWER technology during its long-term vision presentation...
2027 Nissan Juke EV Preview – Going All-Electric with Bold New Styling
By Steve Laser Nissan detailed plans for an exciting array of new and enhanced vehicles and technologies during a...
2026 Honda ZR-V e:HEV Preview – New Premium Style Accessories
By Steve Laser Honda updated the ZR-V compact SUV lineup in Japan last month. All models now include the...
2026 Honda Super-ONE EV Preview – New Bulldog Style Accessories
By Steve Laser The new Honda Super-ONE, a performance-themed sibling to the N-ONE e: mini electric vehicle, is going...
2026 Nissan Sakura Preview – New Styling for Japan’s Top-Selling EV
By Steve Laser Nissan is giving its popular Sakura EV a fresh new look with styling enhancements to the...
GAZOO Racing GR GT3 – New McDonald’s Happy Meal® Tomica Toy
By Steve Laser The new Toyota GAZOO Racing GR GT exotic sports car, and its GR GT3 racing sibling,...
2027 Subaru Getaway EV Preview – New Three-Row All-Electric SUV
By Steve Laser Subaru is planning to introduce a fourth all-electric SUV to its U.S. lineup. The all-new Getaway...
2026 Subaru Trailseeker Preview – New EV Premium, Limited and Touring
By Steve Laser Subaru continues to expand its electric vehicle choices with the introduction of the new midsize Trailseeker...
Sony Honda Mobility Cancels AFEELA EVs – Sedan and Prototype SUV
By Steve Laser Sony Honda Mobility (SHM) has cancelled plans to launch two AFEELA brand electric vehicles. The first...
Honda CR-V Turns 30 – The Original Comfortable Runabout Vehicle
By Steve Laser While visiting Japan in Oct., 1995, we saw the new Honda CR-V for the first time...
Honda Cancels O Series Electric Vehicles – SUV, Saloon, and Acura RSX
By Steve Laser In a surprising announcement from Honda in Japan on March 12, the automaker has decided to...
2026 Honda Insight EV Preview – New Electric Crossover SUV for Japan
By Steve Laser Honda is bringing back a familiar name for its latest all-electric vehicle. The new Insight EV...
2026 Subaru Uncharted Preview – New EV Premium, Sport and GT Models
By Steve Laser Subaru is expanding its lineup of electric vehicles with the addition of the all-new Uncharted for...
2026 Honda CR-V in Japan – New Premium Accessories from Honda Access
By Steve Laser Last year, Honda celebrated the 30th anniversary of the CR-V. Since 1995, more than 15 million...
2026 Toyota C-HR EV Preview – New All-Electric SE and XSE Compact SUV
By Steve Laser Toyota is expanding its lineup of all-electric models with the introduction of the all-new C-HR. The...
2026 Honda Pilot TrailSport Preview – Refreshed and Ready for New Adventures
By Steve Laser The Pilot is a success story for Honda, with nearly three million units sold since 2003....
Lexus Electrified SUV Revisited – Three-Row ZEV Could Be Highlander Sibling
By Steve Laser Toyota previewed the all-new 2027 Highlander EV this week, so now it’s time to wonder if...
2027 Toyota Highlander EV Preview – New All-Electric XLE and Limited
By Steve Laser Toyota and Lexus introduced 15 new EV concepts during a Tokyo press conference way back in...
2026 Toyota Pixis BEV Preview – New Electric Van Ready for Work in Japan
By Steve Laser Toyota is expanding its lineup of mini commercial vehicles in Japan with the new, all-electric Pixis...
Honda Dog Turns 20 – Honda Access Dog Friendly Accessories in Japan
By Steve Laser Honda Dog began 20 years ago as the tail-wagging destination for dog owners in Japan. Originally...
2026 Lexus RZ Preview – New Special Edition RZ 600e F SPORT Performance
By Steve Laser Lexus has announced a new Special Edition for the RZ all-electric SUV lineup in Japan. Called...
2026 Toyota Aygo X Preview – New GR Sport and Hybrid System for Europe
By Steve Laser Small car specialist Toyota has introduced big changes for the popular Aygo X in Europe. The...
2027 Toyota GR GT, GR GT3 and Lexus LFA – Exciting New Flagship Sports Cars
By Steve Laser Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) and Lexus held the world premiere of three exciting new models in...
Subaru Unleashes Canine TV Ads for New Models – “Dog Tested. Dog Approved.”
By Steve Laser Subaru is renewing its long-running love affair with dogs in a series of new TV ads....
New Toyota Crown Estate Special Edition – Celebrates Crown’s 70th Anniversary
By Steve Laser Toyota is wrapping up a yearlong celebration that commemorates the 70th anniversary of the original Crown...
2026 Mitsubishi Delica D:5 Preview – Adventure Ready with Super-All Wheel Control
By Steve Laser Mitsubishi is updating its popular Delica D:5 minivan with product enhancements inside and out. A prototype...
2026 Nissan LEAF AUTECH Preview – Customize Premium Sporty Style in Japan
By Steve Laser The all-new, third-generation Nissan LEAF looks sleek and futuristic with its crossover body style and aero-efficient...
2026 Mitsubishi Delica Mini Preview – Redesigned for New Adventures in Japan
By Steve Laser Mitsubishi Motors is introducing restyled and updated versions of its popular Delica Mini (Kei car) in...
2026 Nissan Micra EV Preview – New Electric City Car Designed and Built in Europe
By Steve Laser Nissan artfully blends the past, present, and future with the launch of the all-new Micra EV....
New Honda Prelude Goes On Sale In Japan – Customize It With Honda Access
By Steve Laser The all-new, sixth-generation Honda Prelude has gone on sale in Japan, and Honda Access is offering...
2026 Nissan Roox Preview – New High-Tech Highway Star and AUTECH LINE
By Steve Laser Nissan continues its new product renaissance in Japan with the introduction of a remodeled, fourth-generation Roox...
2027 Acura RSX Preview – Technology Accelerates with New EV and ASIMO OS
By Steve Laser Story Update March 2026: Honda has cancelled plans to produce the RSX. See our updated story...
New Lexus Sport Concept Unveiled – Will this Vision of the Future Be Electrified?
By Steve Laser Update Dec 8, 2025: Lexus has announced the new model will be called LFA and will...
2026 Honda N-ONE e: Preview – Customize Premium Style with Honda Access
By Steve Laser Honda is expanding its lineup of the popular N Series in Japan with the new N-ONE...
2026 Nissan LEAF Preview – All-New Crossover SUV Style Next-Generation EV
By Steve Laser When Nissan launched the first-generation LEAF 15 years ago, battery electric vehicles (BEVs) were a rare...
2026 Honda CR-V Preview – New TrailSport with Hybrid-Electric Power
By Steve Laser Honda is expanding the lineup of its popular CR-V with the addition of a new TrailSport...
2026 Toyota RAV4 Preview – New GR Sport PHEV Joins Next Generation Lineup
By Steve Laser Toyota held the world premiere of the new, sixth-generation RAV4 in Tokyo this week. With all-new...
2026 Toyota bZ4X Touring Preview – Ready for New Adventures in the Woodlands
By Steve Laser Toyota is expanding its BEV lineup for 2026 with the addition of a new outdoor-themed bZ4X...
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...
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....