MightyCarMods have share video that shows the correct Japanese pronunciation of popular Japanese car brands including Nissan, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Toyota, Mazda, Daihatsu, Honda and Lexus. It is interesting to know the right pronunciation of each Japanese brands.

          

                

XCAR present a video about two special cars which share the same DNA. Toyota and Subaru have came out with entry level of sports car.

   

Toyota has teased the facelifted international-market Camry ahead of the 

popular D-segment sedan’s debut at the Moscow motor show later this 

month. 

Those look like new headlamps with DRLs in them. We can’t see the grille 

very clearly but there should be some changes on that front.

The collaboration between Toyota and Subaru have result a new sport car for entry level; GT86 and BRZ. Both of them share the same platform and engine. Their difference can be identified from its exterior with different front and rear bumper.


If you watch Initial D, Takumi (the main character) love driving the Toyota AE86. The AE86 really give him a balance and control over his car. He start with Normally Aspired (NA) engine and then upgrade his engine when his engine blow up while drifting. In one of his race, he have a chance drifting in a 2 door Impreza owned by his dad. It is a unforgivable experience for him since the Impreza engine used a boxer engine which gave different character.

FT-86: GT86/ BRZ Concept Car

GT86 is said to be the descendant of AE86. When they said that they will collaborate with Subaru, all cars enthusiast are excited to test the new car which they expect it will combined with a well balance chassis, low gravity boxer engine and a big potential to upgrade.


Toyota have launched GT86 with NA engine and people wants more from the engine. Toyota Racing Development (TRD) have launch a limited edition version released in 2012.


The engine and its suspension were remain untouched but TRD have include a new sports exhaust system which improved its throttle response. They also have equip it with a bigger set of wheel - 18 inch. On its exterior, TRD have design a new front splitter, air diffuser on its back and new side skirts. But still it run the same NA engine.


So if the upgrade still does not met your spec, HKS have introduced supercharger kit for this engine. So, if you own either GT86 or BRZ, it can suite it as plug and play. The performance kit include Supercharger assembly, new traction oil cooler, installation bracket, suction pipe with blow off, intercooler pipe, ECU adjustment and HKS GT SC Kit. With this installation, it will improved your car from 157 hp to 235 hp.

The following video shows the comparison between TRD and HKS GT86. Enjoy it and maybe it help you to make your decision.

In the age of technology where almost everything can be accessed online, it is common to hear hackers hack into computer due to its vulnerabilities and they may steal something without having to be physically presence at the crime scene.


With more sophisticated cars been produced each years with cool features, it will increase chances for hackers. Usually, carjacking require action to be physically inside the car. The following video shows that if hackers able to tap into your car system, they can do it while the driver still drive the car and able to handle everything in your car.


Automakers now have challenges not just from engineering aspect but also on technology aspect. reported by AutoBlog, Zhejiang University team claimed that they have successfully hacked into Tesla Model S system and won $10,000 at the Symposium on Security for Asia Network 2014 and able to exploiting door locks, horn and window control while the vehicle was moving. It is welcomed by Tesla and they will get things to be fixed in short time.

Nowadays, 1980's Corolla Liftback is one of the cars you hardly find in a good shape. The two doors frameless windows are one of the features loved by Toyota fans.

This car will attract attention whenever it enter auto show events. Have you ever saw its commercial video back 80's? Watch the following video.

ElectricFederal present to a story of Brian Karasawa who own the 1st generation of Celica. Celica is model made by Toyota to compete with Nissan who own Skyline during that era.

Brian have worked hard for his living and it is the time now when he want to fulfil his desire. He spend about a year to restore back the engine and all mechanical stuff by himself. He had done a good job. In the video, you can identify many rare items still in a good shape. Watch the full story.

Reported by AutoEvolution, Toyota will provide an all wheel driver (AWD) system and two options as an extra in 2016. Customers can choose either current nickel-metal hybrid (Ni-Mh) or all new lithium-ion (Li-on) which has a better power density which will have a better range for the vehicle.

The next generation Prius will be developed on a modular  platform known as Toyota New Global Achitecture (TNGA) which will cut the weight up to 20%. Their aim is to improve Prius's fuel efficiency over 55mpg or 10% compare to the current model.

Toyota Supra have been discontinued in 2002. But in 2006, Toyota have renewed its trademark for its "Supra" name.

In January 2014, they have reveal a concept car called FT-1. FT is stand for "Future Toyota". The car received positive feedback from car enthusiasts.

Reported by LeftLaneNew, Toyota will come out a new model other than GT-86 which reviving the AE-86 model. It is still not confirmed either they are going to built an entire new platform for the new car. But the report said BMW is likely to be named one of the candidate and they will have totally different design.

The FT-1 concept car had made its appearance in Jay Leno's Garage.

Subaru BRZ/ Toyota GT86/ Scion FR-S is one of the most popular cars among tuners due to it simplicity and potential for them to upgrade. The trio share the same engine and platform.

Reported by WorldCarFans, Cosworth has released a new teaser video for their upcoming FA-20 performance packages. FA-20 is the code name engine used in BRZ, GT86 and FR-S.


From the teaser, it is expected the upgrade will cover new upgrade on its engine with new exhaust system. On the exterior part, there will be new rear spoiler with Cosworth stripes on both side of its body.

Yesterday, I have posted an article about the Subaru BRZ STi Concept and today I will share with you the upcoming line up model for Toyota, the FT-86. FT-86 is said to be the descendent for legendary Corolla AE86. For your information, the Subaru BRZ is sharing the same platform as FT-86.

These late AE-86 cars is said to be one of the best handling Normally Aspired engine (no turbo and no supercharger). These cars have been widely used in drift motorsports and one of favorite model by the drift king, Keiichi Tsuchiya, a respected person in drift world both Japan and International arena.

The new FT-86 will be sales in the US as Scion and have made a debut (they update the design) in LA Motor Show 2011. These model is said to powered by 2.0L Normally Aspired flat engine (like Boxer engine from Subaru, since these model is collaboration between these two companies). To increase its output and torque but retain its fuel consumption, Toyota’s used a direct injection combined with port injection.

These new engine is said to be fitted with either 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission and will distribute effectively through limited slip differential.

First appearance for these FT-86 is on Tokyo Motor Show in 2009. It received a warm feedback from customers. But from there, Toyota have made several studies and changes. They later on came with a new design on Geneva Motor Show 2011. These new concept was named as FT-86 II Concept and may be the design for G-Sport version (a high end spec) for these model.