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    Toyota official announcement of new EV “bZ4X” in Japan! Subscription sales for the general public! Prices start from 6 million yen .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Toyota’s new EV “”bZ4X”” officially announced in Japan! Subs for sale to the public! Price starts at 6 million yen
    Tuesday, April 12, 13:50

    First in the bZ Series is the bZ4X SUV
    　On April 12, 2022, Toyota will officially unveil the new bZ4X, the first model in the bZ series of its new EV strategy, which will go on sale on May 12 of the same year.

    [Images] A futuristic-looking new Toyota SUV! What’s under the hood of the new “”bZ4X””? (20 photos)

    Toyota’s new “”bZ4X”” to be introduced as the first model in the bZ series

    　In Japan, all BEVs will be leased and sold with the aim of alleviating users’ concerns about BEVs and contributing to CN (carbon neutrality) through total battery management and 3R promotion.

    　For individual users, the service will be offered through the subscriber KINTO, with the aim of providing a service that is long-lasting, reliable, and close to the user throughout the period of use.

    　For corporate users, the vehicles will be leased from Toyota Rent-A-Lease stores nationwide and Toyota Mobility Service (Tokyo region).

    　Yasuhiko Sato, General Manager of the Domestic Sales Division, commented on KINTO sales, “”We want to change the way we sell vehicles, and through KINTO we would like to propose updates and services. Of course, we will also provide care and other services at our real dealers.

    　The first phase of the project will begin on May 12, with applications for 3,000 units being accepted, followed by a second phase in early fall, and subsequent phases in subsequent years.

    　Toyota also plans to expand its recharging infrastructure, and will install quick rechargers at Toyota dealerships nationwide by 2025, taking into account the future progress in the spread of BEVs.

    　The installation will begin in 2022, focusing on areas where demand for BEVs is high.

    　The new bZ4X will be a single grade of the “”Z”” and will be available in FWD and 4WD. In addition, 18-inch or 20-inch tires, a standard roof and panoramic moonroof will be available as a package.

    　The reference price (including consumption tax) is 6,000,000 yen for FWD and 6,500,000 yen for 4WD.

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    　The bZ series is a BEV series developed to contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions, one of the challenges in achieving a sustainable society.

    Seven models will be introduced by 2025 in China, the United States, Europe, Japan, and other regions where demand for BEVs and electricity from renewable energy sources is high.

    　The first of these, the new bZ4X, is an SUV-type model, and its concept is an “”Activity Hub. The concept is “”Activity Hub,”” an exciting vehicle that allows all occupants to share a fun time and space.

    　The “”e-TNGA”” platform, jointly developed with Subaru exclusively for BEVs, is adopted for the first time by Toyota, and a low center of gravity and high rigidity ensure an appealing driving experience.

    　Subaru’s 4WD technology “”X-MODE”” has been adopted by Toyota for 4WD models, and “”Grip-Control”” has been added as a new X-MODE function.

    　By taking advantage of the motor-driven characteristics, the X-MODE enables a high level of driving performance that can handle everything from daily use to light off-road driving and beyond.

    　Furthermore, while being a completely new vehicle, it offers BEV performance that can be used with peace of mind, improved energy-saving performance during driving, and a practical cruising range.

    　In addition to pursuing aerodynamic performance and reducing the weight of the body and units, the vehicle is equipped with heat-pump air conditioners, seat heaters, steering wheel heaters, and radiant heaters for front seat passengers’ feet (a Toyota first) to reduce energy consumption other than driving, especially in winter.

    　The driving range per charge (WTLC mode) is 559 km km for the FWD model and 540 km for the 4WD model.

    　The car can be recharged at high outputs around the world, with DC fast recharging at 150 kW, and can charge up to 80% of its capacity in 30 minutes.

    　In addition, the Japanese version is equipped with a DC external power supply function (V2H/V2L) that can be connected to a power supply unit to supply high-output power to homes and home appliances in emergencies such as outdoor activities and disasters.

    　In combination with home solar power generation, solar power generation can be used to supply electricity to the house during the day, while surplus power can be used to charge the vehicle through the power feeder, and at night, electricity stored in the vehicle can be used to power the home.

    　In addition, a “”roof solar panel”” is available, which generates electricity equivalent to 1,800 km of driving distance in a year (in-house estimate), contributing to the cruising range, and can be used to charge the car in parking lots where charging stations are not available.

    　Like other Toyota vehicles, the new BEV is designed to be a safe and reliable vehicle that can be used for a long time, with a world-class battery capacity retention rate (90% after 10 years).

    Toyota’s new EV “”bZ4X”” officially announced in Japan! Subs for sale to the public! Price starts at 6 million yen
    Tuesday, April 12, 13:50

    What kind of EV is the new bZ4X?
    　The new bZ4X features styling that expresses the novelty of a BEV and the power of an SUV. Under the design theme of “”Hi-Tech and Emotion,”” we took on the challenge of creating a form that combines the advanced feel of a BEV with the inherent beauty of a car, aiming for styling that combines advanced sleekness with the power of an SUV.

    　The interior of the cockpit emphasizes easy visibility of the gauges. (Toyota’s first use of “”top-mounted meters,”” in which the meters are positioned so that they are visible through the upper side of the steering wheel, is a Toyota first.)

    　It is also the first Toyota to be equipped with a one-motion grip that combines a steer-by-wire system and an odd-shaped steering wheel. The system will first be introduced in the Chinese market, and models equipped with the system will be made available for other markets in succession.

    　In addition, the latest infotainment system features a connected navigation system that uses map information in the cloud to obtain real-time traffic information and parking space availability information. The system also includes a full range of voice recognition functions, software updates via OTA (Over the Air), and a digital key using a smartphone.

    　Preventive safety features are also extensive, with the latest Toyota Safety Sense system. The new system includes improved performance of various functions and new functions to assist on ordinary roads by expanding the detection range of the millimeter-wave radar and monocular camera, as well as the Advanced Park (with remote function) advanced driving assist technology.

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    Specifications of the new bZ4X (Japanese specifications)

    　Body size (package)
    　Overall length: 4690mm
    　Overall width: 1860mm
    　Overall height: 1650mm (antenna)
    　Wheelbase: 2850mm
    　Interior length: 1940mm
    　Interior width: 1515mm
    　Interior height: 1145mm-1160mm
    　Vehicle weight: 1920kg-2005kg
    　Minimum turning radius: 5.7m

    　Driving performance
    　Maximum output (front motor): 150kW (2WD) / 80kW (4WD)
    　Maximum output (rear motor): 80 kW (4WD)
    　Maximum output (system): 150kW (2WD) / 160kW (4WD)
    　Main battery for power: Lithium-ion battery
    　Total voltage: 355V
    　Total power: 71.4 kWh
    　Driving range per charge (WLTC mode): 559 km (2WD) / 540 km (4WD)
    　Acceleration performance (0-100km/h): 8.4 sec (2WD) / 7.7 sec (4WD)

    　Charging performance
    　Maximum AC charger output: 6.6 kW
    　Maximum DC charging output: 150 kW max.
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    “The world is astonished by Toyota !” What is the difference between the new “GR Corolla” that was unveiled for the first time and the “GR Yaris”? Even with strict regulations, the “evolution of gasoline-powered vehicles” was amazing!

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “The world is astonished at Toyota! What is the difference between the new “”GR Corolla”” and the “”GR Yaris””? Strict regulations, but the “”evolution of gasoline cars”” was amazing!

    What are the differences between the new Toyota GR Corolla and GR Yaris?
    　On March 31, 2022, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing unveiled the new “”GR Corolla”” for the first time in the world.
    　
    　About such new GR Corolla, some people on SNS are comparing it with GR Yaris.
    　
    　So, what are the differences in the reactions to the two cars at the time of their unveiling?

    The birth of the “”GR Corolla,”” aka the Monster Corolla! What is the difference from “”GR Yaris””? Let’s compare them in pictures!

    World premiere of the GR Corolla! What is the difference from GR Yaris? (GR Corolla on the left, GR Yaris on the right)

    　The GR Yaris, introduced in 2020, was created to “”create a competitive car in the WRC”” and a car that can be driven as desired on any road in the world and that “”anyone can drive at will with confidence.

    　It is Toyota’s first model developed based on the idea of “”making a motorsports vehicle commercially available”” under the desire of Toyota’s President Akio Toyoda (Master Driver Morizo) to “”bring back Toyota’s sports car””.

    　The new GR Corolla, on the other hand, was developed from the aforementioned President Akio Toyoda’s desire to “”bring back the Corolla that captivates customers.

    　As for “”creating a better car with motorsports as its starting point,”” a car trained to win races and then made commercially available, the new Corolla is packed with the know-how cultivated in the hydrogen-powered Corolla, which has been competing in the Super Taikyu series since 2021.

    　As for the appearance of the two cars, social networking sites have mentioned comments such as “”the exterior of the GR Yaris is ideal,”” “”the GR Yaris has a special feel with its atmospheric exterior,”” and “”the GR Yaris has a modest exterior for the price, but that’s what I like.

    　For the new GR Corolla, the respective first impressions seem to be favorable, with comments such as “”The GR Corolla has a very aggressive exterior”” and “”The exterior of the GR Corolla is cool.

    　Although they are two such vehicles, the GR Yaris and the GR Corolla share the same large-opening front grille, which can be said to be a common design of GR models.

    　The hood, however, has two holes (air intakes) that do not exist on the GR Yaris, giving the GR Corolla an even more powerful impression.

    　At the rear, the GR Yaris has two mufflers on each side, while the GR Corolla has three mufflers, two on each side and one in the center, giving it a more powerful impression.

    　In terms of body size, the GR Yaris measures 3995 mm (length) x 1805 mm (width) x 1455 mm (height) in the B segment, while the GR Corolla measures 4410 mm (length) x 1850 mm (width) x 1480 mm (height) in the C segment.

    　The engine installed is the same as that of the GR Yaris (maximum output of 272ps/maximum torque of 370Nm) versus the GR Corolla (maximum output of 304ps/maximum torque of 370Nm), although the engine is a 1.6-liter inline 3-cylinder intercooler turbo engine.

    　The difference in maximum output is due to the adoption of the aforementioned three-piece muffler to achieve even higher output, thereby improving engine exhaust efficiency by both reducing exhaust pressure and muffling noise.

    　Since the announcement of the GR Corolla, various comments have been raised on SNS about the two vehicles.

    　The most common comments are about the engine, such as “”The GR Corolla has more power even though it has the same engine as the GR Yaris,”” “”The GR Corolla has 3 cylinders and 304 horsepower…”” and “”The GR Corolla’s engine is too monstrous.

    　In terms of packaging, the GR Corolla is a 5-door model while the GR Yaris is a 3-door model, and some people say, “”The GR Yaris was a 3-door model, but I want a 5-door GR Corolla.

    　In addition, like the GR Yaris, it is equipped with the GR-FOUR sports 4WD system, which uses an electronic multi-disc clutch to provide variable front and rear driving force.

    　The difference is that the 4WD mode controls the drive distribution, while the drive mode controls the gas pedal response and steering, allowing the driver to choose according to the situation.

    　On social networking sites, there are also people who agree with Toyota’s stance of continuing to evolve gasoline-powered vehicles in the midst of environmental issues and the trend toward electrification, saying, “”It’s great that Toyota is able to produce a monster Corolla in this day and age, even though environmental regulations are becoming stricter year after year.

    Toyota’s stance on the environment and the trend toward electrification.

    　In the U.S., where the model was announced earlier, the “”Core Edition”” and “”Circuit Edition (on sale in 2023)”” are lined up.

    　In addition, the “”Performance Package,”” “”Technology Package,”” and “”Cold Weather Package”” will be available as options, and local pricing will be announced in the coming months, with the car going on sale in late 2022.
    　
    　On the other hand, the Japanese launch is also scheduled for the second half of 2022. Although details and prices have not yet been revealed, some people on social networking sites have voiced their concerns about the price, saying that the price is likely to be higher than that of the GR Corolla and GR Yaris, and “”The GR Corolla is nice, but it seems out of reach considering the price of the GR Yaris.

    　For reference, the GR Yaris in Japan is priced at 2.65 million yen for the RS (2WD), 3.96 million yen for the RZ (4WD), 4.56 million yen for the RZ “”High performance”” (4WD), and one segment higher. It is expected that the price will start in the mid 4 million yen range.”

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    To be released in the new Toyota SUV “Summer 2022” 70% battery capacity is guaranteed even after driving 1 million kilometers for 10 years! Reveal the care of the new “bZ4X” to be released in Europe .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Toyota’s new SUV to be launched in “”Summer 2022″” Guaranteed 70% battery capacity even after 10 years and 1 million kilometers! Reveals Care for the European Launch of the New bZ4X

    First of Toyota’s New BEV Series, the bZ4X, to Go on Sale in Europe in Summer 2022
    　Toyota’s bZ4X was outlined on October 29, 2021 and announced to go on sale worldwide starting mid-year 2022.

    　This time, Toyota’s European division announced the official launch date in the European region on March 30, 2022.

    More photos of Toyota’s overly honkin’ electric vehicle, the bZ4X (bZ4X).

    Toyota’s new BEV (electric vehicle) “”bZ4X”” European specifications

    　The bZ4X is the first model in the new “”bZ”” series lineup that uses a BEV-specific platform, and is a medium segment SUV-type BEV.

    　The body size is 4690 mm (length) x 1860 mm (width) x 1650 mm (height) (including antenna), and the wheelbase is 2850 mm.

    　There are front-wheel drive (FF) and four-wheel drive (4WD) models, with vehicle weight starting at 1920 kg for FF and 2005 kg for 4WD (figures are for Japan specifications).

    　The European-spec model announced this time has a maximum driving range of 516 km per charge in WLTC mode, with electricity consumption of 7 km/kWh (total battery power: 71.4 kWh, FWD model).

    　Similarly, the 4WD model has a maximum driving range of 470km per charge and an electricity cost of 6.3km/kWh.

    　Toyota explains that the drive battery in the bZ4X reflects 25 years of accumulated electric vehicle technology and guarantees 70% battery capacity even after 10 years or 1 million kilometers of driving.

    　The vehicle will also be available in several forms of purchase and contract, including a comprehensive leasing program that includes maintenance, provision of a wall charger, and connected services when it goes on sale in Europe in the summer of 2022.”

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    Subaru’s latest “Levorg” is ideal for Orbis surveys nationwide ! Surprised by the evolution of another dimension! I found out that I ran 900km with a 2.4L turbo equipped car .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Subaru’s Latest “”Levorg”” Ideal for Nationwide Orbis Surveys! Amazing evolution of another dimension! What I found out after driving 900km in a 2.4L turbo-powered car

    What is the result of switching from the first generation to the latest model?
    　My (Katsumi Osuga) job is a very special job, which is to investigate Orbis (automatic speed violation control devices) located all over the country while traveling by car.

    2.4-liter turbo engine makes the car extremely fast! A look at the exterior and interior of the high-performance Levorg STI Sport R

    　A single survey may cover 3,000 to 5,000 kilometers. Since staying in a hotel is not efficient, we frequently stay overnight in the car.

    Then wouldn’t a camper or a one-box like the Toyota Hiace be more comfortable?”” Some may say, “”Well, I’m not sure,”” but the main focus is on transportation. Therefore, driving pleasure and safety are very important.

    Levorg STI Sport R EX (Photo by Orvis Guide)

    　Subaru vehicles have a reputation for being strong on snow-covered roads. For this reason, I had to drive in Hokkaido in the middle of winter, and until recently I was driving a first-generation Subaru “”Levorg””.

    　And when I was thinking that it was time to replace it, I caught information last year (2021) that a 2.4-liter turbo engine would be added to the “”B-type,”” the annual improvement version of the second-generation Levorg.

    　So, I decided on the perfect specifications of the desired grade even before it was released and went to the dealer. I completed my new car order first thing in the morning on the first day of sales (November 25, 2021), and finally took delivery of the “”Levorg STI Sport R EX”” at the end of March 2022.

    　The second generation Levorg has a much higher quality exterior and interior, but since I switched from the first generation, neither my company nor my neighbors have noticed that I have switched cars. Even my parents did not notice because the body color is the same.

    　However, when I drove it, I found that it was a different car from the one I had before, of course.

    　The 1.6-liter turbo of the first generation also ran quite powerfully when set to Sport mode, but the 2.4-liter turbo of the new model exceeds it lightly even in Normal mode.

    　When I was driving the 1.6-liter turbo, it was inefficient until the turbo kicked in, so I had to open the throttle a bit more when starting the car. But that was only on the first day, and now I am driving with a feeling of comfort.

    　This feeling of space is very important when traveling long distances. For example, when driving on the highway, a car that can drive at 100 km/h is not as fatiguing as a car that can drive at the same speed of 100 km/h if it has more power. When merging onto the main line, or when watching the distance between cars around you and avoiding obstacles, you can drive more safely if you have more power.

    　Of course, it is not only about power. In addition to the conventional horizontally opposed engine with a low center of gravity and AWD for safety in any environment, the frame, chassis, CVT, and power steering structure have also been improved, and you can see that the quality of driving has improved dramatically.

    Subaru’s latest “”Levorg”” is ideal for nationwide Orbis surveys! Amazing evolution of another dimension! What I found out after driving 900km in a 2.4L turbocharged car
    Saturday, April 9, 17:10

    New features make it about 20% easier! But on the other hand, there are some things that concern me…
    　An even more significant evolution is the “”EyeSight X”” driver-assist function.

    　The first-generation Levorg was equipped with “”EyeSight Ver. 2,”” which helped me a lot on long-distance drives. The second-generation Levorg is equipped with the latest EyeSight as well as EyeSight X, which provides even more advanced driving assistance on highways.

    　With EyeSight X, there were many situations where I felt that “”the car plays the leading role in driving and I play the supporting role”” rather than “”I get help””.

    　For example, when in traffic jams on highways (at speeds of approximately 50 km/h or less), the driver is freed from accelerating, braking, and steering wheel operation, and the car safely follows the car in front even when the driver’s hands are removed from the steering wheel.

    　Of course, I remain ready to drive at any time, and if I look away, the “”driver monitoring system,”” which constantly monitors the driver, will alert me (an audible alert and a warning in the meter).

    　When I activate the “”cruise control with all-speed follow-on function (ACC)”” on the highway except in traffic jams, all I have to do is keep my hands lightly on the steering wheel and the car does the rest.

    　The car will neatly trace the middle of the lane, decelerate appropriately at curves and ETC gates, and pass through them without difficulty. If the driver wants to pass a slower car, he or she simply operates the turn signal. The car will then check the safety of its surroundings and smoothly change lanes.

    　The feeling you get when riding in the car is that you are riding in a car of a good driver. Of course, EyeSight X is not automatic driving, and there are still many things it cannot do, but there is no doubt that long-distance driving has become about 20% easier in terms of experience.

    Levorg’s meter driver assistance screen. Highway driving is now even easier (Photo by Orbis Guide).

    　Other innovations and equipment to reduce accidents are also available throughout, such as the “”Smart Rear View Mirror,”” which allows the driver to easily see 360 degrees around the vehicle, including the A-pillar area, and to check the rear of the vehicle even in bad weather.

    　In addition, the “”Subaru STARLINK”” connected service automatically connects the driver to a call center in the event of a major accident, and there is also a button to connect to a call center in the event of sudden health problems or vehicle breakdowns.

    　Although we have not tried it yet, it seems that if the driver loses consciousness while driving, a severe alarm will sound in the car to wake the driver, followed by a horn to alert surrounding vehicles of the abnormality, and the car will automatically stop at a safe location.

    　The current Levorg won the “”2020-2021 Japan Car of the Year”” award and has many fans, but the addition of this 2.4-liter turbo also adds a great deal of room.

    　I have listed all the good things so far, but I will also note some areas of concern.

    　It seems that few people who drive Subaru cars are concerned about fuel economy, but personally, I am forced to be concerned about it due to the recent rise in gasoline prices.

    　The actual fuel economy is 10.5 km/L when using mainly down roads, and sometimes more than 13 km/L when using mainly highways, but the fuel economy is not as good as cars made by other manufacturers. The average fuel consumption over the 900 km since delivery was 11.2 km/L. Incidentally, the 2.4-liter turbo is a high-octane version, so it is hard on the pocketbook.

    　Other than that, my only concerns are minor things like the lack of a place to attach a phone holder or the small accessory compartment.

    　The Levorg is a great car that fully embodies Subaru’s “”go farther, faster, more comfortably, and more safely”” philosophy.

    　I will continue to enjoy driving the car without overconfidence in its features and with safety as my top priority.”

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    Mazda CX-60 vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV: 7 Powerful Differences You Need to Know

    ByChathura Chanuka

    CX-60   Mazda CX-60 vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV: Two New SUVs With Very Different Personalities Mazda CX-60 vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is one of the most interesting plug-in hybrid SUV comparisons in Japan’s automotive market. Although both models are PHEVs, they are built with very different engineering philosophies, layouts, and driving goals. The Mitsubishi Outlander…

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    Post the new “GR Hiace” for the explosive Toyota !? GR Face has no discomfort! Publish rendering with many “desired people” .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Posting the new Toyota GR Hiace, the bombastic new Toyota GR Hiace! The GR face looks nothing out of place! Renderings of many “”want to have”” are released.

    Oh man, this is bad! Post “”GR Hiace”” on SNS!
    　When it comes to commercial vans in Japan, the Toyota Hiace is a household name.
    　
    　Recently, it has been attracting attention as a partner for various hobbies besides work, such as outdoor activities, fishing, and surfing, and a rendering of a “”GR Hiace”” has been posted on Instagram.

    GR Hiace is born “”Oh, here I come! Plus see the “”Camry Wagon””, the new “”Z convertible”” and more!

    I want this!”” The GR Hiace”” is born! What is the mysterious rendering posted on social networking sites? (Photo: Sugar Chow)

    　The first generation (10 series) debuted in 1967 as a smaller version of Toyota’s Toyoace.

    　Subsequently, the second generation (Series 20/30/40), third generation (Series 50), fourth generation (Series 100), and the current fifth generation (Series 200) have been sold in Japan since 2004.

    　In 2019, the sixth generation (300 series) is being rolled out in some parts of Asia, starting with the Philippines, but it has been announced that the 200 series will continue to be sold in Japan for the time being.

    　The Hiace 200 series is supported by a wide range of users as a model that can be used for work and hobbies, and accordingly, many customized parts are available to make it into a vehicle of your choice.

    　However, because it is a tall commercial van, its “”driving”” performance is limited to suspension and other suspension parts for riding comfort.

    　In this context, a rendering of the GR Hiace was posted on the aforementioned Instagram page.

    　The post was made by Sugar Chow, a car designer living in China.

    　He had previously posted renderings of station wagon versions of Toyota’s GR86, Camry, and Avalon, Nissan’s Fairlady Z, and an open version of the Fairlady Z.

    　And now Sugar Chow has posted multiple images with the comment “”Toyota GR Haice #toyota #toyotahaice #haice #toyotagr””.

    　The front part of the GR Hiace features thin headlights, as opposed to the large, left-right split headlights of the standard version.

    　In addition, the front grille was designed with a two-part center and lower grille in the standard version, but the GR Hiace adopts a large lower mesh grille (blacked out) that is common to all “”GR models. Furthermore, a GR badge is attached to the mesh grille.

    　Corner intakes on the front left and right give a sporty impression.

    　On the sides, the sliding rear doors of the standard model have been eliminated and replaced by large side intakes, which seem to have been designed with an awareness of air flow.

    　A GR badge is also attached to the rear of the front doors.

    　Users who have seen this GR Hiace have commented, “”I was surprised by this,”” “”I hope it is true,”” and “”Am I the only one who likes this?”” The company seems to have received a variety of comments, such as

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    　GR models include the GR Supra, GR Yaris, GR86, and GR Corolla.

    　The lineup is expected to increase in the future, and we may as well wait with dreamy anticipation to see if the GR Hiace will make its appearance.”

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    Suzuki’s new SUV “Across” is on sale! From about 7.5 million yen, the Suzuki version RAV4 with an explosive face is now available in the UK with enhanced charging capacity .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “New Suzuki Across SUV on Sale! From approx. 7.5 million yen, the good-looking Suzuki version of the RAV4 is now available in the U.K. with enhanced recharging capabilities.

    　Suzuki’s UK subsidiary announced on April 4, 2022 that it has upgraded its Across plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV. The main improvement is in the convenience of the charging function.Bakugai SUV with twinkle lights! Suzuki “”Across”” with a fresh face is very cool!
    UK-spec Suzuki Across

    　The Across is a sister model based on the Toyota RAV4 PHV, which is also sold in Japan. It is the first model supplied by Toyota under the joint venture agreement between Toyota and Suzuki.The exterior design is bold and sporty. The grille opening and bezels on either side of the bumper are larger than those on the base RAV4 PHV, and the headlights are elongated.Inside, a 9-inch display audio system compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is mounted in the center of the instrument panel.
    In this improvement, the on-board charger has been strengthened from 3kW-compatible to 6kW-compatible.

    　As a result, the charging time for the drive battery has been reduced from approximately 5 hours and 30 minutes to approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, half the time required through a 32A charging facility.

    　In the case of a 16A charging facility, the time is also reduced by 36 minutes to less than 5 hours.In the lighting area, the front fog lamps and luggage lights have been redesigned to LED type.The USB port has also been changed from Type A to Type C, and other minor changes have been implemented.

    　The price of the Across in the UK will be set at 46,629 pounds (approximately 7.5 million yen).”

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    Honda announces “Fit RS” !? The flashy “RS batch & orange” is good! Actually, a series of disappointed people with “April Fool’s Day” .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “No way! Honda announces the “”Fit RS””! The flashy “”RS badge and orange color”” is great! Many people were disappointed by the April Fool’s Day story.

    Honda “”Fit RS”” is back! What is the truth in that post…
    　April 1 is “”April Fool’s Day”” every year, and every year when this day arrives, various interesting posts involving lies are made on social networking sites.
    　
    　On this day in 2022, we found an interesting tweet on Twitter.
    So cool! See 31 images posted of the new Honda Fit RS with a flashy custom look .

    Mr. Kuruma built the “”Fit RS”” based on the Chinese-spec “”Fit Sport””

    　It read, “”Honda announces the Fit RS! It has the same 1.5 turbo as the Civic with 6MT. The price is 2.1 million yen”” was posted along with an image.

    　Replies to this post included, “”Oh, I expected this!””, “”Seriously? Many people have been successfully fooled by this post.

    　The contributor explains how he made this post as follows.

    I thought that if I posted on April Fool’s Day that the Fit RS would be on sale, there might be a lot of people who would fall for it, so I posted this.

    　The “”RS grade,”” the sporty grade of the Fit, was a specification that was available in the second and third generations, and disappeared from the lineup when the current, fourth-generation model was fully remodeled in 2020.

    　The Fit RS, with its refined ride and sporty exterior, is actually being mentioned here and there that it may be revived around the summer of 2022.

    　Many people are very eager to see such a revival of the Fit RS, which is why this post has caught the attention of so many people.

    　The aforementioned poster also said that after posting this tweet, he realized that the response was more than he had expected, and that he did not expect to receive such a response from so many people.

    　On the other hand, in the messages in the quoted retweets and replies, there were so many people who said, “”I was happy because I thought the Fit RS was really going to be released, and then I was disappointed when I realized it was April Fool’s Day.”” The poster said that while he was happy that people were happy, he was also sorry for the amount of response he had received. I felt so bad,”” he says.

    　The reason so many people were fooled by the post probably has a lot to do with the clever image the contributor created.

    　The image was created by compositing the RS emblem, a Japanese-spec cosmetic license plate, and the wheels used on the RS grade of the N-ONE, also by Honda, onto a Honda Fit Sport sold for the Chinese market.

    　The Fit Sport went on sale in China in August 2020, but this model is not available in Japan.

    　The fact that the Fit Sport is not well known in Japan is one of the reasons why many people have been fooled.

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    　The poster who posted this tweet said, “”Hopefully Honda will build on this response and come out with a Fit RS!”” said, once again, that many people are looking forward to the return of the Fit RS.”

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    Bilstein to release genuine sports B6 damper for RAV4 .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Bilstein to Release Stock Shape Sport B6 Damper for RAV4 on Monday, April 11, 2022 at 12:15 p.m.

    Abe Shokai, an authorized Bilstein distributor, will release the factory-installed Sports B6 damper for the Toyota RAV4 (gasoline 4WD, MXAA54) on April 30.

    The new product was developed to match the stock springs. Both front and rear are equipped with Bilstein’s signature gas-filled mono-tube damper, which can generate stable damping force even over long periods of use. The front damper is an inverted type with high rigidity and generates damping force from low speed operation range to achieve linear response to steering operation.

    The rear damper controls the way the damping force hits the bump rubber and strokes flexibly to ensure a comfortable ride for the rear seat occupants, and the synergistic effect with the front damper provides both stability and comfort when driving on highways.

    Priced at 70,400 yen for the front and 27,500 yen for the rear, the total for one vehicle is 195,800 yen. However, if the front struts are not traded in, a separate 17,050 yen per strut is required.”

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    Honda HR-V new model, different from Japanese Vezel .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “New Honda HR-V is different from Japan’s Vezel…North American Specs [Detailed Photos] April 9, 2022, 1:00 PM

    On April 4, American Honda Motor, Honda’s U.S. division, unveiled photos of the new HR-V (equivalent to the Vezel in Japan). It is scheduled to go on sale in the U.S. market this summer.

    The new HR-V for North America differs significantly in appearance from the Japanese version of the new Vezel. The front mask of the new HR-V has a honeycomb grille with a large opening in the center. The rear is not equipped with the new Vezel’s distinctive garnish, and the tail lamps are also exclusively designed.

    Wide LED headlights and taillights emphasize the new model’s athletic stance. The sculpted surface of the rear hatch and functional tailgate spoiler are said to accentuate the sporty proportions.

    The new HR-V is based on the new Civic, the 11th generation of the model. In this respect, too, it differs from the new Vesel for Japan. The new Vezel is based on the platform of the Fit.
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