BYD Unveils Kei-Sized “Racco” EV for Japan — A Real Challenge to Nissan’s Sakura?
At the Tokyo Mobility Show, BYD revealed the Racco, a Japan-exclusive kei-sized EV with a 20 kWh Blade battery, 180 km range, and full CHAdeMO support.
Toyota’s New bZ4X Is Now Japan’s Longest-Range EV — But That’s Not Saying Much
Toyota’s updated bZ4X finally gives Japan’s biggest automaker a serious EV contender — with up to 746 km of WLTC range, faster 150 kW charging, and a lower starting price. But in a market where few domestic EVs exist, calling it the “longest-range EV” might not mean as much as it sounds.
Forget Tesla: Nissan’s AI Ally Is Closer to True Self-Driving in Japan Than You Think
Tesla’s Full Self-Driving still isn’t approved in Japan. But Nissan’s AI partner Wayve—now backed by Nvidia—may bring real autonomy to Japanese roads first.
First Look at BYD’s All-Electric K-Car Ahead of Tokyo Motor Show Debut
BYD is about to unveil its first all-electric K-Car — a compact, Japan-exclusive EV built to kei-car standards — at the Tokyo Motor Show 2025. Featuring BYD’s Blade Battery and a boxy, urban design, the new model signals the brand’s next big step in Japan’s growing EV market.
BYD and Retail Giant AEON Join Forces to Bring EV Sales to Japan’s Supermarkets
China’s EV giant BYD has teamed up with Japanese retail leader AEON to sell electric vehicles like the BYD Dolphin directly through supermarkets. AEON’s nationwide EV chargers, solar-powered malls, and eco-friendly initiatives make it the perfect partner as Japan’s EV market expands.
Toyota Brings Electric and Hydrogen Power to Japan’s Most Watched Road Race
Toyota will supply EVs, FCVs, and hybrid models — including the e-Palette and Crown FCV — for Japan’s iconic New Year road race, cutting emissions by 60 percent while continuing to push both electric and hydrogen technologies.
Performance-E STI revealed: what Subaru will show at the Tokyo Mobility Show 2025
Subaru brings the Performance-E STI EV concept to Japan Mobility Show 2025. Here’s what’s confirmed, what’s rumored, and why it matters.