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2025.04.08Reviews & Test Drives

Porsche Driver Test Drives Toyota 86GR: A Highly Refined Sports Model That Truly Shows th...

What is the 86GR? How It Differs from the Standard 86 Released in 2017 as a “mass-produced sports model that lets you enjoy the thrill of driving every day,” the Toyota 86GR is a complete car tuning model that sets itself apart from the regular 86. The current model is called the “GR86,” but note that the previous generation introduced here is read in reverse as “86GR”. The 86GR features a wide range of upgrades...

2025.04.08Reviews & Test Drives

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2024.12.01Reviews & Test Drives

Impressions from a Full-Throttle Test Drive of the Toyota GRMN Yaris by a Porsche Enthusiast

Reuniting with the GRMN Yaris: Anticipation for Full-Throttle Driving I had the opportunity to test drive the Toyota GRMN Yaris once again. During my previous drive, the car was brand new and still in the break-in period, so I was limited to engine speeds between 3000 and 4000 rpm. Even then, I was impressed by its powerful performance, solid chassis, and excellent 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, with the break-in period over, I was invited by...

2024.12.01Reviews & Test Drives

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2024.11.21Reviews & Test Drives, Tesla

What a Tesla Driver Felt When Driving the Toyota Crown Sport

The Alluring Design of the New-Generation Crown This time, I had the opportunity to test drive a Toyota Crown Sport purchased by a car enthusiast friend. This car is a new model that stands apart from the traditional Crown with its strikingly innovative design, attracting a lot of attention. Even from a distance, its captivating presence immediately caught my eye. “It’s really cool.” That was my honest first impression. This was no mere polite compliment,...

2024.11.21Reviews & Test Drives, Tesla

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2024.11.19Live Streaming, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Taycan

[Live Stream Summary] Vol.58: Test Drive of the Crown Sport, Taycan Tire Change, and Impr...

This is a summary article of the recent live stream radio show “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.” Feel free to listen during your commute, school runs, or while driving your Porsche. If you enjoy the content, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel! Main Topics and Content The Charm of Car Talks Between a Couple [01:25] The rarity and demand for a YouTube channel where a couple talks about cars The wife’s changing...

2024.11.19Live Streaming, Porsche Boxster, Porsche Taycan

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2024.08.09Live Streaming

[Live Stream Summary] Vol.44: Family Trip in an Alphard, 992 Late Model, Macan EV Configu...

This is a summary article of the recent live stream radio show “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.” Feel free to listen during your commute, school runs, or as a driving companion inside your Porsche. If you enjoy the content, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the channel!  Main Topics and Contents 1. Opening Talk [00:14] Recent heat waves How temperatures used to be cooler in the past 2. Trends in the Porsche Used...

2024.08.09Live Streaming

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2023.12.17Reviews & Test Drives

Test Drive of the Limited 500-unit Toyota GRMN Yaris｜What Did a Porsche Owner Think?

This time, a Porsche friend of mine was lucky enough to purchase a GRMN Yaris, so I had the chance to test drive it and would like to share my report. What is GRMN? Not just the usual “GR” but “GRMN”—this name holds an important place in Toyota’s motorsport world.This series offered by GAZOO Racing is not just a sports model. It is a designation given to vehicles that have passed rigorous testing and development...

2023.12.17Reviews & Test Drives

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2023.03.01Reviews & Test Drives

Test Drive of the New GR86 (RZ・6AT)｜How Does a Porsche Owner Feel?

I’ve written many blog posts before, but when it comes to reviewing domestic cars, I honestly don’t want to write anything negative because domestic car fans tend to get overly defensive. However, that would defeat the purpose of an independent personal blog, so I’ve decided to write candidly this time as well. Toyota GR86 This time, I had the chance to test drive the new Toyota GR86 (RZ・6AT). Just before this, I had driven the...

2023.03.01Reviews & Test Drives

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2023.01.29Reviews & Test Drives

Test Drive of the New Supra (6MT)｜How Did a Porsche Owner Feel?

Toyota Supra When I think of the Supra, the A80 model (1993-2002) — the ’80s Supra immediately comes to mind. Its larger body and drastically changed design from the previous generation divided opinions, but I really liked it. I especially admired the rear styling, the taillight design, and the enveloping driver’s seat. That Supra was redesigned in 2019. When I first saw the design in the announcement, I was disappointed, and I was surprised that...

2023.01.29Reviews & Test Drives

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2021.11.18Reviews & Test Drives

Test Drive of the New Toyota Harrier! How Does a Porsche Owner Husband Rate It?

My husband had the chance to test drive the new Toyota Harrier, so he wrote down his impressions. Please have a look if you’re interested. New Harrier Gasoline 2WD Z Grade Recently, a friend bought the new Toyota Harrier, and my husband got to test drive it. As usual, instead of focusing on the interior and exterior details or usability, he wanted to report mainly on how it drives. The model he tested was the...

2021.11.18Reviews & Test Drives