In what has been described as one of the most expensive public road car accidents ever, 14 cars, including eight Ferraris and a Lamborghini, were destroyed in a big Japanese freeway crash yesterday. Some of Japan’s big expressways are renowned for relatively high-speed driving, similar to autobahns in Germany. And, […]
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TRD Toyota GT 86 supercharged version on the way – report
Toyota is working on a higher-spec TRD Toyota GT 86 supercharged version. If Toyota really is looking to revise the personality of the brand, and offer more ‘fun-to-drive’ cars, then a souped-up version of the exciting new coupe would certainly fall within those lines. (TRD Sports Track Competition pack shown) […]
Toyota promises more “fun to drive” models – Akio Toyoda
Toyota is committed to developing more fun-to-drive cars, according to company president Akio Toyoda. Toyoda spoke out about plans for the company’s future at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, during the unveiling of the all-new Toyota GT 86 sports coupe. Akio Toyoda seems very adamant the ‘smell of petrol’ and […]
Toyota GT 86 (FT-86) officially unveiled – UPDATE video
Toyota has finally officially unveiled the all-new, highly anticipated, Toyota FT-86 production car called the Toyota GT 86. The unveiling comes just days before its scheduled debut at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show Wednesday this week. After months of leaks, teases and teasers, finally all has been revealed of the […]
Toyota FT-86 teased again in new promo video
Another day and another piece of the Toyota FT-86 is revealed. This time Toyota has released a video promo featuring the all-new sports coupe. Images of what purport to be the Toyota FT-86 production car have already been leaked, both showing off new Modellista accessories and the normal production model. […]
TRD Toyota FT-86 kit revealed
More and more details of the highly anticipated Toyota FT-86 are coming through. Today, images of the TRD Toyota FT-86 have been revealed in a leaked parts catalogue. The TRD Toyota FT-86 consists of a styling kit which dresses up the new sports coupe for a bit of personalisation. These […]
Toyota FT-86 specifications revealed, 147kW confirmed
The hugely anticipated Toyota FT-86 specifications have been revealed in a manual. Such engine power and weight details aren’t set to be unveiled officially until the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show later this month. Recent rumours and reports have been right, as these latest Toyota FT-86 specifications show, the coupe will […]
Scion iQ-RS, Scion iQ RX, Scion iQ-MR to debut at SEMA show
Four special Scion iQ shows car are preparing for their 2011 SEMA debut; the Scion iQ-RS, Scion iQ RX, Scion iQ-MR and a unique Scion iQ chop top by Pit Boss Cartel. Toyota US brand, Scion – a brand targeted at the younger generation – is looking make a big […]