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Toyota GR Transforms The Humble Hilux Champ Into A Track Monster

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The Hilux Champ was launched last year as a bare-bones, budget-friendly pickup truck for Asian markets, with Toyota hyping up its potential for customization. The first-ever Toyota GR Hilux Champ received a custom bodykit and a racing livery. The truck goes head-to-head with the Isuzu D-Max, Mitsubishi Triton, and Ford Ranger.

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Polestar gets rally-ready with beefed-up versions of 2, 3 and 4 EVs

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Making their public debut, appropriately, at the annual FAT Ice Race in Austria, the 'Arctic Circle' versions of the Polestar 2 , 3 and 4 each feature extensive modifications aimed at improving their performance on icy terrain.

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2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty Teased With F-150-Rivalring Towing Capacity

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It was developed in Australia and will be offered in global markets. Judging from these figures, there must be a more powerful engine under the hood, possibly combined with a few chassis modifications. Ford will introduce a tougher Super Duty trim of the Ranger in 2026. liter V6 from the Raptor, or a larger 3.5-liter

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Honda Is Eyeing Ultimate Performance Editions Above Type R And Type S

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Speaking at the Rolex 24 Hours, Honda Racing president Koji Watanabe confirmed that HRC US has already started developing performance parts and suggested that a dedicated HRC model could be on the horizon. ” The senior vice president of HRC, Jon Ikeda, is similarly eager to see a new model like this hit the market. .”

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Nissan Navara Warrior program expands from Australia to South Africa

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Instead, the South African version of the Pro-4X Warrior has been toned down over the ute sold in Australia, with the modifications applied at the “bakkie’s” local assembly plant in Rosslyn, rather than at a separate facility. We have a great partnership with Premcar, [they are] great people and our customers love it.

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Toyota Century SUV Convertible Is A Custom Parade Vehicle For Sumo Wrestling Champions

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This roofless version of the luxurious SUV flagship was developed in response to a special request from a retired Sumo wrestler, intended to serve as a parade vehicle for future champions. The rear section of the cabin, resembling a folded fabric top, serves as the small backrest for the custom rear bench.

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Your Favorite Family SUV, The Kodiaq, Now Deflects Bullets And Grenades

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Skoda introduced an armored version of the first-generation Kodiaq, developed by Skoda UK in collaboration with security experts UTAC Special Vehicles, featuring several modifications. Designed with security in mind, it can withstand handguns, grenades, and high explosives.