Articles tagged
Japanese
Toyota pushes the GRMN Corolla to its limits on Nürburgring
Created by Cynthia Batista at Friday, 12 June 2026
Toyota has officially unveiled the new GRMN Corolla, the most extreme and performance-focused version ever created for its popular compact model.Developed by Toyota Gazoo Racing, the car was refined on demanding circuits such as Nürburgring in Germany and arrives as an even more radical evolution of...
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Mitsubishi confirms new Pajero retaining off-road DNA
Created by Cynthia Batista at Tuesday, 2 June 2026
Mitsubishi has officially confirmed the return of the iconic Pajero, five years after production ended on one of the most legendary models in the Japanese brand’s history.The confirmation was made during Mitsubishi’s financial results presentation, where the company unveiled its future plans and inc...
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Forget regular Uber: in Japan you can now call a drift car
Created by Cynthia Batista at Thursday, 28 May 2026
Uber has surprised car culture fans by launching a unique new experience in Japan called Uber Drift, a special service that turns a simple ride into a real Japanese-style drift session.The initiative was created by Uber Japan in partnership with professional drivers and several iconic JDM cars, givi...
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The History of the Mazda RX-7
Created by Luís Belo at Monday, 14 April 2025
The Mazda RX-7 is a name that transcends generations and borders.Since its debut in the late 70s, it has become one of the most respected Japanese sports cars of all time, not only for its elegant design and dynamic behavior but mainly for the Wankel rotary engine, a unique mechanical solution that...
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The History of the Honda S2000
Created by Luís Belo at Wednesday, 9 April 2025
The Honda S2000 is one of those cars that achieved iconic status almost instantly. Launched in the late 1990s, this Japanese roadster stood out for its rare combination of elegant design, precision engineering and a truly exhilarating driving experience. More than just a rear-wheel drive convertible...
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Suzuka: The Japanese Grand Prix is full of surprises
Created by Lucas Luís at Wednesday, 2 April 2025
The Japanese Grand Prix is back and the mythical Suzuka Circuit will once again host Formula 1's elite for a weekend that promises plenty of excitement. With changes to the teams and rain forecasts shuffling the balance, the Japanese Grand Prix, a veritable ‘paradise’ of culture for the team designe...
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The ‘Gentleman's Agreement’: Japanese limited to 180 km/h and 280 hp?
Created by Tiago Fernandes at Thursday, 27 February 2025
For several decades, Japanese sports cars have been recognised for their performance, but also for two peculiar limitations: a top speed of 180 km/h and a declared power of 280 hp. These restrictions were the result of a ‘Gentlemen's Agreement’ between Japanese car manufacturers, implemented as an a...
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The JDM culture: Japanese Domestic Market
Created by Tiago Fernandes at Thursday, 27 February 2025
JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) culture is one of the most influential and respected automotive movements in the world. Originally, the term referred to vehicles and parts produced exclusively for the Japanese market, but over the years it has become a symbol of performance, personalisation and techn...
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