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DAMD Reverb creating an identity crisis for the Honda WR-V

Are you bored with the standard appearance of the Honda WR-V?

If an identity crisis is what you’re looking for, worry not, as this Japanese tuning company is indeed an expert in transforming the looks of standard models into something much more distinctive.

DAMD will showcase several interesting models at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon.

One of them is the Reverb, a Honda WR-V (also known as Honda Elevate) that has been redesigned to resemble a Jeep Cherokee XJ.

The front end of the Honda WR-V has been completely altered, featuring rectangular headlights and a six-slot grille that reminds us of the classic Cherokee model.

Additionally, the sides of this SUV have been adorned with decals that mimic wood paneling found on vintage American station wagons, followed by unpainted plastic wheel arch cladding.

Completing this stylish image is a set of black steel rims wrapped in BFGoodrich mud-terrain tires.

In addition to the WR-V, DAMD will also present the following models:

1. Stuart – A Toyota Sienta with a front design reminiscent of a Mini Cooper
2. Rodney – A sportier version of the Honda N-Box Custom
3. Lucky – A Daihatsu Taft that resembles the 90s Daihatsu Rocky F300

When a Lamborghini Miura gets the Liberty Walk treatment….

What happens when the world’s most beautiful supercar receives a magical touch from Liberty Walk?

You don’t even need to imagine the outcome, as the renowned Japanese tuner has already unveiled computer-generated images of their latest work on the Lamborghini Miura.

Set to be officially revealed at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025, the LB-Silhouette Works GT Lamborghini Miura boasts a more aggressive and daring appearance.

You can see the aggressive body kit paired with wide fender flares, as well as aftermarket rims on all four corners of the wheel arches.

Not to be overlooked, there is a large rear wing and an aggressive diffuser, all finished in white with sponsor liveries and the red Liberty Walk logo on the side.

At this time, Liberty Walk has not disclosed any modifications made to the original 4.0-liter V12 engine, which produces 345 hp and 355 Nm of torque in this Miura.

The special body kit for the Lamborghini Miura will officially go on sale next year, and rest assured, it won’t come at a price as low as you might expect.

Students from Nissan Automotive College create ‘Z Wagon’ using Stagea Wagon platform

The phrase “sports car” and “practicality” may seem difficult to place in the same sentence.

However, that is precisely what a group of students from Nissan Automotive College aims to achieve for the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025.

The project is named Z Lealia, a combination of the words “Lead” and “Familia,” where Z Lealia is designed as a sports wagon suitable for the entire family.

This sporty wagon does not actually originate from the rear-wheel-drive platform of the Nissan Z; instead, it is entirely based on the second-generation Nissan Stagea wagon platform.

From the front view, we can see the successful integration of the front fascia of the Nissan Z.

However, the work on the rear section of the wagon appears to be lacking, particularly in terms of the excessively wide fender dimensions and the gap existing between the taillights and the rear bumper.

The vehicle is finished in Ikazuchi Yellow, featuring 19-inch aftermarket rims, a steering wheel from the Nissan Z, and a custom two-tone upholstery.

Praise should be given to the college students for their boldness in creating something unique.

In addition to the Z Wagon, there are two other modified models: the Nissan Neo Skyline and the Bluebird Kiwami, produced by two different student groups.

The Nissan Neo Skyline is essentially a Skyline Coupe V35 with custom body panels inspired by the 1970s “Kenmeri” Skyline model.

The entire body is painted in Tomoaki Blue, complemented by 18-inch rims and a two-tone interior finish.

On the other hand, the Bluebird Kiwami (from Aichi College) is built based on the Nissan Bluebird Maxima that existed 36 years ago, featuring a wide, boxy body kit.

At the same time, the student group successfully maintained the original features of the vehicle, including the frameless door design and luxurious interior finishes.

All three customized cars will be officially showcased at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025, taking place from January 10 to 12 in Japan.

 

R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R EV to be displayed at 2025 TAS

With just a few weeks left until the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025 opens its doors, Nissan is set to unveil something special.

It isn’t a new generation GT-R; rather, it is a Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 without the iconic RB26DETT inline-six engine.

More precisely, it is an R32 EV!

This project actually began back in March 2023, when the legendary RB26 engine – highly regarded among JDM enthusiasts – was retired to make way for a full-time electric power unit.

At this time, Nissan has not yet disclosed details about the modifications made to this iconic model.

In terms of outward appearance, it is quite difficult to detect any changes, except for the removal of the fog lights and the absence of exhaust pipes at the rear.

What do you think about Nissan’s R32 GT-R EV project?