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Honda Passport TrailSport gets new lifted suspension, rugged styling for 2027 in U.S.
On September 9, Honda presented the rugged capability and styling of the 2027 Passport TrailSport models that begin arriving at U.S. dealerships later in September. The extensively reengineered suspension provides a leading combination of off-road capability and on-road performance.
Built exclusively at its Alabama A
Tesla Cybercab to be presented in Japan, China in September
On September 3, Tesla Asia account posted that the Cybercab will be on display in Hong Kong, Tokyo, Beijing and Shanghai later this month. The post followed the Cybercab launch event in the U.S., announcing beginning of services in Austin.
Posts by Tesla Japan and Tesla Hong Kong noted the arrival of the Cybercab t
Mitsubishi Motors unveils all-new Pajero cross-country SUV
On September 2, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation unveiled the fully redesigned, all-new Pajero midsize cross-country SUV at its world premiere, positioning it as a new-generation flagship model that embodies the next chapter of the Mitsubishi Motors brand.
Introduced in 1982, the first-generation Pajero was developed as
Lexus unveils updated NX SUV in world premiere
On September 1, 2026, Toyota announced the world premiere of significantly updated Lexus NX compact SUV. With a new generation hybrid system and newly developed lithium-ion battery for its PHEV variant, the new NX delivers advancements in both driving and environmental performance, with refreshed exterior and interio
ARCHION launches new medium-duty trucks under Hino and Mitsubishi Fuso brand as first step in integrated platform strategy
On August 26, ARCHION announced the launch of new medium-duty truck models for the Japanese market under Hino and Mitsubishi Fuso brands as the first step in its Integrated Platform Strategy.
The new trucks represent a near term initiative under ARCHION’s Integrated Platform Strategy, through which Hino will supply i
Mitsubishi announces Momentum 2030 plan for U.S. market
On August 25, Mitsubishi Motors announced its Momentum 2030 plan for the company’s operations in the U.S. market.
Central to the North American strategy is an expanded focus on adventure-oriented and off-road-capable vehicles. As part of this strategy, Mitsubishi Motors also intends to re-enter the pickup truck segme
Daihatsu to exhibit 16 vehicles including K-VISION at GIIAS 2026
On July 29, 2026, Daihatsu Motor announced that PT Astra Daihatsu Motor, its Indonesian subsidiary, will exhibit 16 vehicles at GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show 2026 (GIIAS 2026) to be held in Jakarta from Wednesday, July 29 to August 9, 2026.
It will exhibit electrified vehicles including the K-VISION conc
On-site coverage: BYD Launches All-new Mini-EV Racco
On July 28, BYD held a press conference to announce the launch, in the Japanese market, of its electric vehicle (EV) "Racco", which complies with Japan's unique mini-vehicle standards. The price of the model, the first mini electric vehicle from an OEM based outside Japan, starts at JPY 2,145,000, and with the CEV (C
Mitsubishi reveals charging details for 2027 Eclipse Sportback EV
Mitsubishi released new details for the 2027 Eclipse Sportback EV ahead of its North American launch in fall 2026.
Based on the next-generation Nissan Leaf, the electric SUV will come standard with a 75-kWh liquid-cooled battery and support both J1772 charging for Level 1 and Level 2 charging, as well as Tesla's NACS
Nissan launches all-new Elgrand premium minivan in Japan
On July 16, 2026, Nissan announced the launch of the all-new Elgrand in Japan. The model is built to pair spacious comfort with engaging driving performance. The new model adopts the third-generation e‑Power hybrid system, the enhanced e‑4ORCE electric-drive all-wheel control technology, and the Intelligent Dynamic S



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