フェアレディZ NISMO | 車, 駐車場, 空, 山, 駐車場, 屋外, NISSAN, Z, RZ34
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The Fairlady Z NISMO (RZ34) Has Arrived! A Porsche Owner’s First Impressions

The wait was long—two and a half years, to be precise. At last, my Nissan Fairlady Z NISMO (RZ34) has arrived. The story of how I ended up ordering a Fairlady Z NISMO is a little complicated. I initially placed an order for the standard Fairlady Z, but then Nissan announced the NISMO version. I entered the lottery for the chance to buy one—and, as luck would have it, I was selected. There was no...

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ロードスター | 車, 道路, ガードレール, 木, 山道, 峠, MAZDA, MX-5, ROADSTER, ND
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A Boxster Owner Drives the Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) Again: The Perfect Car for Japan’s Windi...

Reconnecting with the Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND) I recently had the chance to drive a Mazda MX-5 Miata (ND). I’d actually driven one once before, about five and a half years ago, but this time I was reminded all over again of just how special it is. マツダ ロードスター（ND）に試乗。ボクスター乗りが運転するとどう感じるのか？ The car I drove belongs to a recent buyer who also owns a Porsche 718 Cayman GT4. After getting a taste of a friend’s Miata and...

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オールシーズンタイヤとテスラ | 車, タイヤ, ホイール, 雪, 雪道, 雪道, 屋外, TESLA, Model 3
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Driving on Snow with Tesla and Pirelli All-Season Tires: Real-World Impressions from an 1...

Driving on Snow with All-Season Tires I previously wrote about fitting my Tesla with Pirelli’s all-season tires, the Cinturato All Season SF 3. This time, I’m following up with a report on how they performed on snowy roads. ピレリの新型オールシーズンタイヤ「Cinturato All Season SF 3」を購入 – テスラモデル3に履かせてみた First, let me get this out of the way: in Japan, any mention of driving on snow with all-season tires is likely to draw comments like, “That’s irresponsible!” “It’s dangerous!”...

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ポルシェ・タイカンターボSでドライブ | 車, 道路, ガードレール, 山, 空, 走行中, 山道, ドライブ, PORSCHE, 911, 992
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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Taycan

2024 Test Drive Awards: Meet the Standout Cars and Discover What Makes Them Special

Looking Back at the Cars I Drove in 2024 With just a few hours left in 2024, it’s time to look back on the year. As usual, I’m pleased to present the annual Test Drive Awards from “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.” It was a busy year, so I didn’t get to test-drive as many cars as I’d have liked. Still, here’s a look at everything I drove in 2024: Toyota GRMN Yaris Tesla Model 3 Performance...

Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Taycan
GRMN ヤリス | 車, 道路, 木, 落ち葉, 屋外, 駐車場, TOYOTA, GR YARIS, GXPA16
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A Porsche Owner Takes the Toyota GRMN Yaris Flat Out: Here’s What It’s Like

Reuniting with the GRMN Yaris: Ready to Open It Up I got the chance to drive Toyota’s GRMN Yaris again. When I drove it last time, it was brand-new and still being run in, so I had to keep the engine below 3,000–4,000 rpm. Even so, I remember being amazed by its power, the solidity of the chassis, and its superb handling. 限定500台のトヨタ・GRMNヤリスに試乗｜ポルシェ乗りが乗るとどう感じた？ This time, the break-in period was over, so the owner invited me...

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テスラ モデル3 パフォーマンス | 車, 道路, 屋外, 路上, TESLA, Model 3, Highland
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Reviews & Test Drives, Tesla

The Ultimate Tesla Model 3? A Long Range Owner Takes the Performance for a Spin

Tesla Model 3 Performance: Overview and Specs I had the chance to test-drive the Tesla Model 3 Performance. As the top trim in the Model 3 lineup, it delivers remarkable performance. Let’s start with the specs. The Model 3 Performance produces 460 horsepower and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 3.1 seconds. That puts it ahead of the Porsche 911 GT3 and in the same league as the 911 Turbo. Its...

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クラウンスポーツ | 車, 駐車場, 空, 木, 駐車場, TOYOTA, CROWN, CROSSOVER
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Reviews & Test Drives, Tesla

How Does a Tesla Owner Feel About the Toyota Crown Sport?

The Striking Design of Toyota’s New-Generation Crown I recently had the chance to take a Toyota Crown Sport for a drive. A friend of mine who’s a fellow car enthusiast had just bought one. This new model has been turning heads with a bold design that sets it apart from the Crown of the past. Even from a distance, its striking shape immediately caught my eye. “That looks seriously good” was my honest first reaction....

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テスラモデル3 | 車, 道路, 草地, 山, 空, 屋外, 自然の中, TESLA, Model 3
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Reviews & Test Drives, Tesla

Six Months and 10,000 Kilometers in the New Tesla Model 3: My Honest Review

How I Discovered the Tesla Model 3: An Impulse Purchase That Started a New Experience About six months ago, I bought a Tesla Model 3 Highland Long Range. I’ve already driven more than 10,000 kilometers, and I’d like to share my honest impressions from the past six months. It all started when I stopped by the Tesla store in Shinsaibashi out of curiosity. I was won over by Tesla that very day. To be honest,...

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ポルシェ911 50周年アニバーサリー（991前期） | 車, 駐車場, 建物, 駐車場, PORSCHE, 911, 991
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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Driving the Porsche 911 50th Anniversary Edition: How It Compares with the 991 GTS

Unveiled in 2013, the 911 50th Anniversary Edition is based on the 991-generation 911. Officially named the “911 50th Anniversary Edition,” this rare special model was limited to just 1,963 units worldwide. I recently had the chance to drive one, and here’s a closer look at what it’s like. Distinctive Exterior Details of the 911 50th Anniversary Edition Although it’s based on the Carrera S, the 50th Anniversary Edition features special touches throughout. The first...

Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911
996 40th anniversary edition | 車, 駐車場, 建物, 駐車場, PORSCHE, 911, 996
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Reviews & Test Drives, Porsche 911

Porsche 911 (996) 40th Anniversary Edition: Test Drive Review

Why the 996 911 40th Anniversary Edition Is So Rare I had the chance to drive the Porsche 911 Carrera 40th Anniversary Edition, based on the 996 generation and limited to just 1,963 examples worldwide. Porsche has released special-edition 911s to mark major anniversaries over the years: the 30th, 40th, and 50th, followed more recently by the 60th Anniversary 911 Sport Classic. The 996 40th Anniversary Edition is an exceptionally rare sight. You’ll occasionally spot...

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