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I took a test drive of Hyundai's second domestic EV, KONA.I previously test drove in Hyundai's home country, South Korea, but in Japan...

On November 2023, 11, Zenrin announced that Panasonic's car navigation system "Strada" will be released on November 17, XNUMX.

Following Daisuke Ide of "The Burn" who appeared in the first and second time, the F Yoko DJ will be... on FM Yokohama...

Subaru will be at the 2023 Los Angeles Auto Show being held in Los Angeles, USA on November 11, 17...

GM's Cadillac will launch a right-hand drive EV luxury car in Australia on November 2023, 11.

Stellantis Japan announced on November 2023, 11, Peugeot's C-segment hatchback "9 GT"...

Mercedes-Benz Japan announced on November 2023, 11, the compact size super sports model “Mercedes…

It's suddenly cold! ! !There were many hotter days than usual, so I was looking forward to the chilly feeling, but luck...

On November 2023, 11, Suzuki announced on its official website the new "Swift", new "Spacia", "Spacia Custom...

The final round of the Super GT series “MOTEGI GT 300km RACE GRAND FINAL” was held on 11th…

I took a test drive in Abarth's first electric car, the Abarth500e. Sales start from October 2023, 10...

On November 2023, 11, Toyota announced the "Crown Sedan", the third installment of the new Crown series, and the...

Audi Japan will open the event on November 2023, 11 for Japanese customers over four days from February 2th to 2024th, 2.

On November 2023, 11, Subaru announced that the charging ports of EVs to be sold in North America starting in 1 will be subject to North American charging standards.

On November 2023, 11, Toyota recalled more than 2 Toyota and Lexus vehicles due to fuel pump problems...

Stellantis Japan announced on October 2023, 10 that the compact SU developed by the DS Automobile brand...

On October 2023, 10, Mazda will release the mid-size 31-row crossover SUV "CX-3" in late December...

In Season 10 of Formula E, there were many driver transfers, so we would like to introduce the drivers of each team...

Hyundai Mobility Japan announced on October 2023, 10, the previously announced B+ segment crossover S...

Ferrari headquarters will return to the World Endurance Championship series in 2023 at the Mugello circuit on October 10, 28.

On October 2023, 10, Daihatsu will present Lightweight/Sport at the Japan Mobility Show 25...

Jaguar Land Rover Japan announced on October 2023, 10, the special edition Defender 27...

On October 2023, 10, Toyota unveiled an EV concept car at the Japan Mobility Show 25.

On October 2023, 10, Subaru announced the Levorg Leiva crossover SUV model developed exclusively for the Japanese market.

On October 2023, 10, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. will present an EV concept car...

At the Japan Mobility Show 2023, which will open on October 10, 25, Lexus will promote the future of riding...

Toyota will launch a concept model to be exhibited at the Japan Mobility Show 2023 on October 10, 21.

On October 2023, 10, GM, its subsidiary GM Cruise Holdings, and Honda announced that they will be launching an automatic vehicle in Japan.

Stellantis Japan announced on October 2023, 10 that Fiat's unique TwinAir engine will be launched at the end of October...

Stellantis Japan announced on October 2023, 10 that Peugeot's C-segment SUV "19 GT", "…

Jaguar Land Rover Japan announced on October 2023, 10, the Jaguar brand's high performance SU...

On October 2023, 10, Hyundai Motor and Iveco held the Busworld 6...

Toyota announced on October 2023, 10, the second concept car to be exhibited at the Japan Mobility Show 18.

Volkswagen Japan announced on October 2023, 10, the crossover SUV “T-Roc”.

Thank you for always listening to FM Yokohama "THE MOTOR WEEKLY"!The other day, Niigata prefecture...

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. will exhibit an EV concept car at the Japan Mobility Show 2023 on October 10, 17.

Sony Honda Mobility will hold a special event "Meet AFEELA" in Tokyo on October 2023, 10...

Bosch will be holding the Japan Mobility Show 2023 (October 10, 16 - January 2023) on October 2023, 10.

On October 2023, 10, Jaguar will end production of its engine-equipped sports car "F-Type" with the 13 model year.

Are you feeling unwell due to sudden changes in temperature?I've gotten so used to the temperatures on extremely hot days that temperatures around 20 degrees Celsius are like this...

On October 2023, 10, Honda will release a special edition version of the urban crossover SUV “ZR-V” “BLACK ST…

On October 2023, 10, Sumitomo Rubber, in collaboration with Professor Hiroshi Tani of Kansai University, developed a power generation device that uses static electricity inside tires.

On October 2023, 10, Mazda will implement some specification changes to its light passenger vehicle "Flare" in line with legal compliance, and from late October...

BMW headquarters will focus on the "Japan Mobility Show 2023" to be held in Tokyo on October 10, 11...

On October 2023, 10, Mercedes-Benz Japan will present a new vehicle that will be unveiled for the first time in Japan at the Japan Mobility Show 6.

On October 2023, 10, Audi Japan announced that PowerX's storage battery type ultra-fast EV charger "Product name: Hy...

Yokohama Rubber announced on October 2023, 10, a new product from its SUV and pickup truck tire brand "Geolander"...

Toyota announced on October 2023, 10, the second hybrid model in the Crown series, the Crown Sport...

Toyota Motor North America, Toyota's North American business corporation, and South Korea's LG Energy Soli...

Lexus will partially improve its flagship sedan "LS" on October 2023, 10, and release it on October 4...

On October 2023, 10, Honda announced the new “N-BOX”, the top-selling light car super height wagon in Japan.

Mercedes-Benz Japan and Yanase will launch the first Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle in Tokyo on October 2023, 10.

On October 2023, 10, Bosch announced that its next-generation electronic stability control system (ESC: Mazda calls it DSC) will be released on a minor...

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced on October 2023, 10, the first EV concept car to be exhibited at the Japan Mobility Show 3.

On October 10, 2023, 10 organizations researching mobile power supply technology while driving, including Bridgestone, will launch the Kashiwa-no-ha Smart...

I test drove a Lexus RZ450e.Lexus has declared a shift to an EV brand by 2035.

Honda announced on September 2023, 9, the new light commercial EV "N-VAN e:" scheduled to be released in spring 28.

On September 2023, 9, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. will make minor changes to its light vehicle height wagon "Days" and release it within the year...

On September 2023, 9, Volvo Cars Japan announced the launch of Volvo EX29, Volvo's smallest electric SUV...

Tesla Japan announced on September 2023, 9, the latest Tesla's fast charging network "Tesla SuperCharge...

On September 2023, 9, Mercedes-Benz Japan will launch the mid-size luxury SUV “GLE” and “GLE…

On September 2023, 9, Mercedes-Benz Japan will release the special edition Mercedes-Maybach car “Mercedes-Maybach”.

MODENA, ITALY, September 2023, 9 – Maserati MSG Racing is pleased to announce that the FIA…

Nissan Europe, a subsidiary of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., announced on September 2023, 9 that the new models it will introduce in Europe by 25 are...

Honda Racing (HRC) has released the PlayStation5 and PlayStation4 software “Granz…

Porsche Japan announced on September 2023, 9, the third model in the significantly improved luxury SUV series...

Mercedes-Benz Japan announced on September 2023, 9, the “CLA” and “CLA Shooter” which underwent minor changes.

On September 2023, 9, Mitsubishi Motors and Hitachi announced that they will be reusing batteries installed in electric vehicles to create a circular...

The BMW X1 series will undergo a full model change in February 2023, and the electric car iX2 will also be added to the lineup...

On September 2023, 9, Audi Japan will introduce a direct injection turbo diesel TDI model to its full-size SUV “Q20”.

Volvo Cars headquarters announced on September 2023, 9 that by early 20, all diesel engine models will be available for purchase.

On September 2023, 9, Honda will change the previous “Honda certified used car search site U-Select Web” to “H…

Honda Racing School Suzuka (HRS), sponsored by Honda Racing, will have a formula starting in 2024.

On September 2023, 9, Hyundai Mobility Japan announced the launch of “J-net Rental”, a subsidiary of VT Holdings.

Alpine Japon was announced on September 2023, 9 as the chassis manufacturing plant for the Alpine F19 Team and the team's...

On September 2023, 9, Goodyear's headquarters will hold an Asia Pacific event with the theme of "Goodyear's 12 Years of History."

Thank you for always listening to FM Yokohama "THE MOTOR WEEKLY"!In June of this year...

The 6th round of Super GT SUGO 300km race was held at Sportsland Sugo in Murata Town, Miyagi Prefecture.So…

Yesterday's rough weather.How is your area?Apparently there was a power outage in some places, so I had to go home...

On September 2023, 9, Mazda announced the release of the MX-Series hybrid vehicle, which uses a rotary engine as a generator.

On September 2023, 9, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced the 13th Annunciation, a special edition car commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Caravan.

Volvo Cars announced on September 2023, 9 that it has opened a new development and technology base in Singapore. EV specialist...

On September 2023, 9, Bosch presented a safe and...

Panasonic Holdings and Zenrin announced on September 2023, 9 that they aim to contribute to achieving carbon neutrality...

BorgWarner and global semiconductor manufacturer STMicroelectronics (ST) announced on August 2023, 8 that...

On September 2023, 9, Suzuki announced that its headquarters and factory in Shizuoka Prefecture, as part of its efforts to achieve carbon neutrality, will...

Jaguar Land Rover Japan announced on September 2023, 9, the 7th anniversary of Jaguar's first electric vehicle "I-PACE".

Although it was cool yesterday...I was able to turn off the air conditioner that had been on for several months...but the hot days have started again...

Subaru has been participating in the Super Taikyu Championship since 2022, where the manufacturer's developed vehicles can participate...

On September 2023, 9, Suzuki will install a biogas production plant that will contribute to achieving carbon neutrality in India...

On September 2023, 9, Subaru will launch a new crossover SUV “Levorg Leiber…

Toyota Motor North America, Inc. (TMNA), Toyota's North American business entity, is...

On September 2023, 9, Subaru announced some improvements to the Legacy Outback as the annual improved D-type.Re…

Hello everyone!Good evening!This is Reina Yamashita, DJ of The Motor Weekly.This staff communication is 2…

On September 2023, 9, Toyota will introduce a new model with a 6-door body to the formal sedan Century...

I was able to test drive the SUBARU Levorg derivative model "Layback" before the official announcement, so let me tell you...

On August 2023, 8, Subaru announced the rear combination run of the BRZ and Toyota OEM model GR31.

On September 2023, 9, Mazda made product improvements to the crossover SUV "CX-4" and started accepting pre-orders. …

The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company will hold the September 2023 race at Fuji Speedway on August 8, 31.

Stellantis Japan announced on August 2023, 8 that Jeep's compact SUV "Renegade...

BMW Japan will release the limited edition X2023 "X8 xDrive30d Edition X" on August 5, 5...

On August 2023, 8, Bridgestone announced that it will participate in the world's best solar car race "29…

Thank you for always listening to FM Yokohama "THE MOTOR WEEKLY".Tonight's broadcast is me...

On August 2023, 8, Toyota GAZOO Racing partially improved the sports model GR Corolla and released 23 units.

The "Team Mitsubishi Ralliart" with technical support from Mitsubishi Motors will be held in Thailand and Laos from August 8th to 13th.

Honda's U.S. subsidiary, American Honda Motor, announced on August 2023, 8, that...

On August 2023, 8, global supplier BorgWarner will deliver key parts for EVs to automakers…

Lexus will be held on August 2023th, 8 in Pebble Beach, California from August 10th to 8th local time...

Peugeot debuted a completely new genre of new car. "Peugeot 408" is a crossover fastback ...

"Soumen" that you can eat "smoothly" when it's hot and you don't have an appetite.I'm getting tired of eating the same way soon...

Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM), Daihatsu's local subsidiary in Indonesia, announced on August 2023, 8 (…

On August 2023, 8, Mitsubishi Motors will unveil the new compact SUV "Ex…

On 2023th August 8, Gaydon Jaguar TCS Racing of Great Britain entered the second year of Gen7 at the ABB FIA…

In June 2023, Toyota's luxury minivan "Alphard / Vellfire" will be full to the 6th and 4rd generation respectively.

The 2023 Super GT Round 4 Fuji GT 450km race will be held on August 8th (Sat) and 5th (Sun) at Fuji Stadium in Oyama Town, Shizuoka Prefecture.

Porsche Japan will celebrate the 2023th anniversary of the Porsche 8 on August 2, 911, and enjoy driving to the fullest.

Brembo, the world leader in the design, development and manufacture of braking systems, announced that on August 2023, 8, In…

On August 2023, 8, Stellantis Japan launched the PHEV model “Tonale” of Alfa Romeo’s SUV “Tonale”.

On August 2023, 8, BMW Japan will launch a limited edition car “M…

On August 2023, 8, SUBARU will start accepting pre-orders for the Levorg's new SUV specification in the fall of 3.

On August 2023, 8, Toyo Tire will launch a full-scale all-terrain tire for cross-country SUVs "OPEN ...

On August 2023, 8, Nissan announced the 1 model of "Fairlady Z". The 2024 model is one…

The final round of ABB FIA Formula E Season 9 will be held on July 7th at the Excel London Exhibition Center in London, UK.

On July 2023, 7, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. will hold a Saturday and Sunday viewing of the "Nissan Heritage Collection", which was suspended due to the corona disaster.

"Team Mitsubishi Ralliart", which is supported by Mitsubishi Motors, will make its world premiere in Bangkok, Thailand on July 2023, 7.

Honda's U.S. subsidiary American Honda Motor (Headquarters: Torrance, California) will open in July 2023…

On July 2023, 7, BMW Japan launched the FCEV "iX25 Hydrogen" equipped with a fuel cell for the first time in Japan.

I test drove the SUBARU Impreza on public roads. Test drive on the circuit in April 2023, with the old Impreza...

Honda Racing (HRC) announced on July 2023, 7, the Super GT Series GT24 for the 2024 season.

I'm Hozumi, a staff member of FM Yokohama "THE MOTOR WEEKLY".Thank you for listening...

The end of the Kanto rainy season has been announced!The rainy season ended three days later than usual, but depending on the region, people say, "When was the rainy season...

Mazda announced on July 2023, 7, the ENEOS Super Taikyu Series 21 Supported by BR…

On July 2023, 7, GM Japan launched the Chevrolet Co., a high-performance sports car that represents America.

Stellantis Japan announced on July 2023, 7 that the Abarth brand new model “Abarth 20e…

On July 2023, 7, Subaru will announce the flagship crossover SUV “Legacy Outback” scheduled to be announced in the fall.

On July 2023, 7, BMW Japan added a high-power cream to the lineup of the coupe-type SUV "X19".

The 9th round of Formula E Season 14 was a big crash in the 13th round that was held the day before, and a considerable number of machines were damaged.

The Bosch headquarters will participate in the “BOSCH Tech D…

On July 2023, 7, Toyota had a problem with the electrical system of RAV13 PHEV and Lexus NX4h+.

BMW Japan will hold a pop-up exhibition “FREUDE by BMW – THE GARDEN (…

Volvo Car Japan announced on July 2023, 7, the Volvo S12, V60, V60 Cross Countr…

ams Osram announced on July 2023, 7, the Oslon Compact, widely known as LED for headlights.

On July 2023, 7, Mitsubishi Motors will newly open the new pickup truck "Triton", which will be officially announced soon.

DAIHATSU and D-SPORT announced on July 2023, 7, "D-SPORT & DAIHATSU Challenge...

On July 2023, 7, Stellantis Japan launched Jeep's full-scale off-road SUV "Wrangler Unlimited".

On July 2023, 7, Mercedes-Benz Japan announced that 4 car models, including C-class and S-class, will not have collision damage mitigation brakes.

On July 2023, 7, Honda announced that it had acquired India-funded global supplier Mothersun Group's "SMRC …

On July 2023, 7, Subaru will launch the special edition "Smart Edition" of the "Revorg" at a bargain price.

On July 2023, 7, Suzuki will introduce a new body color "Moss Gray" for the light trucks "Carry" and "Super Carry".

Volkswagen Group Japan announced on June 2023, 6 that the current model Polo, Golf, T-ROC, ...

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Honda will celebrate its 2023th anniversary on September 9, 24.In commemoration of this, at the welcome plaza on the first floor of the head office Aoyama building ...

Mercedes-Benz Japan announced on June 2023, 6, the luxury roadster Mercedes-AMG SL …

The Rally Japan Executive Committee will hold the world rally held in Aichi and Gifu prefectures on June 2023, 6 and from November 28 to 11, 16.

Audi Japan announced on June 2023, 6, the PHEV model "A26 8" of the flagship sedan "A8".

Round 9 of the ABB FIA Formula E Season 12 was held for the first time in Portland, Oregon, USA. …

On June 2023, 6, Toyota will launch a total of 23 units of the three models, Yaris, Aqua, and Sienta, for the front wheel.

Hyundai Motor, Hyundai Mobility Japan and Culture Convenience Club (CCC) are two…

On June 2023, 6, Mazda launched the M…