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Nissan Targets 22.2 Billion Yen Profit, Cuts 500 Billion Yen, Refreshes EV Lineup
Nissan’s 2025 profit target, cost‑cutting plan, and new EV lineup reveal a company in crisis but also a potential rebirth.
Nissan Targets 22.2 Billion Yen Profit, Cuts 500 Billion Yen, Refreshes EV Lineup
Nissan’s 2025 profit target, cost‑cutting plan, and new EV lineup reveal a company in crisis but also a potential rebirth.
100k‑km Hybrid, 1.9 Million Yen: ZS Kirameki’s Winning Resale Strategy
A detailed look at the 100,000‑km used‑car market through the lens of a 116,000‑km ZS Kirameki, covering pricing, maintenance, and resale strategy for Japanese hybrids and pickups.
100k‑km Hybrid, 1.9 Million Yen: ZS Kirameki’s Winning Resale Strategy
A detailed look at the 100,000‑km used‑car market through the lens of a 116,000‑km ZS Kirameki, covering pricing, maintenance, and resale strategy for Japanese hybrids and pickups.
Japanese SUVs Keep Their Value – RAV4 and CR‑V Strong in the Used‑Car Market
Explore how Japanese SUVs hold value over time, the surprising resale trends of models like the Lexus NX, Toyota RAV4, and Honda CR‑V, and how services such as VADICA DIRECT can help buyers and sellers navigate the market.
Japanese SUVs Keep Their Value – RAV4 and CR‑V Strong in the Used‑Car Market
Explore how Japanese SUVs hold value over time, the surprising resale trends of models like the Lexus NX, Toyota RAV4, and Honda CR‑V, and how services such as VADICA DIRECT can help buyers and sellers navigate the market.
Kagawa Coast Gets a Luxury Upgrade: VADICA TOURISM’s Premium Car Rentals
VADICA TOURISM launches a luxury car rental service in Kagawa Prefecture, offering travelers a curated fleet of high‑end vehicles—from Land Rovers to Porsches—while highlighting the region’s scenic beauty and unique travel experience.
Kagawa Coast Gets a Luxury Upgrade: VADICA TOURISM’s Premium Car Rentals
VADICA TOURISM launches a luxury car rental service in Kagawa Prefecture, offering travelers a curated fleet of high‑end vehicles—from Land Rovers to Porsches—while highlighting the region’s scenic beauty and unique travel experience.
Used Toyota Serena Cuts Prices in Half, Tops S‑Tier, Family‑Friendly Choice
Explore why Toyota Serena remains a top used‑car choice, how its steep depreciation and tier ranking make it attractive, and how it stacks up against rivals like Prius, Voxy, and Freed. Learn practical tips for selecting a reliable, low‑mileage Serena that delivers comfort and value.
Used Toyota Serena Cuts Prices in Half, Tops S‑Tier, Family‑Friendly Choice
Explore why Toyota Serena remains a top used‑car choice, how its steep depreciation and tier ranking make it attractive, and how it stacks up against rivals like Prius, Voxy, and Freed. Learn practical tips for selecting a reliable, low‑mileage Serena that delivers comfort and value.
Full‑Prepayment Custom Car Scam Leaves 250 Buyers Out of Pocket
A deep dive into a Japanese used‑car customization scam that left 250 customers unpaid, 770 million yen in losses, and raises questions about consumer protection and industry practices.
Full‑Prepayment Custom Car Scam Leaves 250 Buyers Out of Pocket
A deep dive into a Japanese used‑car customization scam that left 250 customers unpaid, 770 million yen in losses, and raises questions about consumer protection and industry practices.
Toyota Premium for 20‑Year‑olds: Comparing Buy, Loan, and Subscription Costs
A deep dive into why Toyota’s high‑end models are attracting young drivers, the financial realities of buying versus leasing, and how Kinto’s subscription service can simplify ownership for first‑time motorists.
Toyota Premium for 20‑Year‑olds: Comparing Buy, Loan, and Subscription Costs
A deep dive into why Toyota’s high‑end models are attracting young drivers, the financial realities of buying versus leasing, and how Kinto’s subscription service can simplify ownership for first‑time motorists.
Sweep Away Brake Dust: Alkaline Wash and Protective Coating Keep Tires Fresh
Learn how to clean your vehicle’s under‑carriage and tires using an alkaline detergent, iron‑powder remover, and protective coatings. Follow step‑by‑step instructions that remove brake dust, restore shine, and keep interiors spotless without heavy brushes or excessive effort.
Sweep Away Brake Dust: Alkaline Wash and Protective Coating Keep Tires Fresh
Learn how to clean your vehicle’s under‑carriage and tires using an alkaline detergent, iron‑powder remover, and protective coatings. Follow step‑by‑step instructions that remove brake dust, restore shine, and keep interiors spotless without heavy brushes or excessive effort.
Nissan GT‑R Production Ends, Used‑Car Prices Soar as EV Era Dawns
Explore the 2025 wave of discontinued Japanese sports cars, from the iconic Nissan GT‑R to the Toyota GR Supra, and how these changes reshape the used‑car market, pricing dynamics, and future EV strategies for manufacturers.
Nissan GT‑R Production Ends, Used‑Car Prices Soar as EV Era Dawns
Explore the 2025 wave of discontinued Japanese sports cars, from the iconic Nissan GT‑R to the Toyota GR Supra, and how these changes reshape the used‑car market, pricing dynamics, and future EV strategies for manufacturers.
1996 NV200 Vanette Conversion: Low Miles, ¥1.5 M Discount Drives Buzz
Explore the rare 1996 Nissan NV200, reimagined through a partnership with Ma. This review highlights its low mileage, unique interior, aluminum wheels, and a price that beats the new model by 1.5 million yen, offering a compelling blend of heritage and modern convenience.
1996 NV200 Vanette Conversion: Low Miles, ¥1.5 M Discount Drives Buzz
Explore the rare 1996 Nissan NV200, reimagined through a partnership with Ma. This review highlights its low mileage, unique interior, aluminum wheels, and a price that beats the new model by 1.5 million yen, offering a compelling blend of heritage and modern convenience.
Wax‑Based Interior Detailer Restock Sparks Frenzy, Sells Out in Minutes
A detailed look at the newly restocked wax‑based interior quick detailer, its uses, benefits, and why car enthusiasts and dealers are eager to get their hands on it.
Wax‑Based Interior Detailer Restock Sparks Frenzy, Sells Out in Minutes
A detailed look at the newly restocked wax‑based interior quick detailer, its uses, benefits, and why car enthusiasts and dealers are eager to get their hands on it.
Budica’s Summer Campaign: 30,000‑Yen Gift Card and Trade‑In Bonuses
Budica launches a summer sales push, offering a 30,000‑yen Amazon gift card to customers who sign a car purchase agreement during the campaign. The dealership explains the promotion’s details, trade‑in bonuses, and how to book a visit via LINE, aiming to boost sales before the busy Obon holiday.
Budica’s Summer Campaign: 30,000‑Yen Gift Card and Trade‑In Bonuses
Budica launches a summer sales push, offering a 30,000‑yen Amazon gift card to customers who sign a car purchase agreement during the campaign. The dealership explains the promotion’s details, trade‑in bonuses, and how to book a visit via LINE, aiming to boost sales before the busy Obon holiday.
Prime Day 2024: July‑Only Sale Sees Quick Detailers & Phoenix Dry Disappear Fast
Amazon’s Prime Day 2024 kicks off with a twice‑annual festival of deep discounts, featuring high‑demand items like quick detailers and Phoenix Dry products. The limited‑time sale runs from July 7 to 13, offering shoppers a rare chance to snag popular goods before they sell out.
Prime Day 2024: July‑Only Sale Sees Quick Detailers & Phoenix Dry Disappear Fast
Amazon’s Prime Day 2024 kicks off with a twice‑annual festival of deep discounts, featuring high‑demand items like quick detailers and Phoenix Dry products. The limited‑time sale runs from July 7 to 13, offering shoppers a rare chance to snag popular goods before they sell out.
Uchuu Bil and Babika Donuts Unveil Three Limited‑Edition Beer‑Donut Pairings
Explore Japan’s first beer‑donut partnership, where award‑winning Uchuu Bil teams up with Babika Donuts to create three limited‑edition brews. The July 18 pop‑up at Toranomon Hills offers themed flavors, collectible postcards, and a chance to taste a new culinary pairing that blends hop bitterness with donut sweetness.
Uchuu Bil and Babika Donuts Unveil Three Limited‑Edition Beer‑Donut Pairings
Explore Japan’s first beer‑donut partnership, where award‑winning Uchuu Bil teams up with Babika Donuts to create three limited‑edition brews. The July 18 pop‑up at Toranomon Hills offers themed flavors, collectible postcards, and a chance to taste a new culinary pairing that blends hop bitterness with donut sweetness.
S‑Tier Cars Cut Long‑Term Costs—Hybrids Reign Supreme
A deep dive into how Japanese SUVs and minivans hold their value over five years, using a tiered resale system to guide buyers and sellers. The article breaks down popular models, hybrid versus gasoline, and tips for maximizing long‑term returns.
S‑Tier Cars Cut Long‑Term Costs—Hybrids Reign Supreme
A deep dive into how Japanese SUVs and minivans hold their value over five years, using a tiered resale system to guide buyers and sellers. The article breaks down popular models, hybrid versus gasoline, and tips for maximizing long‑term returns.