Subaru BRZ Cup Car Basic, yang terkenal dengan prestasi tertumpu treknya, membuat kepulangan di Jepun dengan beberapa ciri keselamatan baharu. Versi BRZ ini pada asalnya dibuat untuk siri perlumbaan khas di Jepun yang menampilkan kedua-dua kereta Toyota dan Subaru. Ia mempunyai rupa yang dilucutkan dan penalaan istimewa dari bahagian STi.
Versi Cup Car Basic telah wujud sejak 2022, tetapi ia hilang daripada tapak web Subaru selepas kemas kini MY 2024 dikeluarkan pada September 2023. Kini, Subaru membawa semula model yang telah dinaik taraf sedikit dan menambahkannya kembali ke barisan.
Satu perubahan besar ialah penambahan Eyesight Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), yang kini menjadi standard pada semua model BRZ, termasuk yang mempunyai transmisi manual. Mereka juga mereka bentuk semula roll-cage dengan bentuk dan bar sisi yang sedikit berbeza, dan mereka menambah tali pinggang keledar 6 point untuk pemandu.
The Subaru BRZ Cup Car Basic, renowned for its track-focused performance, makes a comeback in Japan with added safety features. Originally designed for a special dual-make series in Japan featuring Toyota and Subaru vehicles, this edition of the BRZ boasts stripped-down aesthetics and specialised tuning from the STi division.
While the Cup Car Basic trim has been available since 2022, it was absent from the Subaru website after the 2024 MY updates were introduced in September 2023. However, Subaru now reintroduces a mildly upgraded model, bringing it back into the lineup.
One notable addition is the inclusion of the Eyesight Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) suite, which now comes standard across the BRZ lineup, even for manual transmission models. Additionally, the roll cage has been redesigned with a slightly altered shape and sidebars, accompanied by a 6-point seatbelt for the driver.
Subaru telah mengumumkan pelancaran model terhad baharu, WRX S4 STI Sport, yang ditujukan kepada pasaran Jepun. Terhad kepada hanya 500 unit, varian istimewa ini memperkenalkan beberapa ciri dan peningkatan reka bentuk yang unik, menjadikannya tawaran eksklusif untuk peminat. Penjualan akan dijalankan melalui sistem loteri, terbuka untuk penyertaan dari 12 hingga 28 Januari.
WRX S4 STI Sport menampilkan beberapa peningkatan mencolok, termasuk pemilihan rim 19 inci BBS yang ditempa dengan warna Super Black dan dilengkapi tayar Michelin Pilot Sport 5. Reka bentuk luar menampilkan gril hadapan hitam yang telah diubahsuai, lencana hitam, dan spoiler bibir hitam pada lid. Sentuhan reka bentuk tambahan termasuk cermin sisi berwarna Crystal Black Silica dan antena atap.
Dari segi prestasi, model terhad ini mendapat manfaat daripada ‘tower bar’ di bawah hood dan bar pengetat di bahagian belakang, menyumbang kepada pengalaman pemanduan yang lebih baik. Di bawah hood, ia mengekalkan enjin empat silinder turbo 2.4 litre secara mendatar bersama dengan transmisi berterusan, memberikan kuasa sebanyak 271hp dan tork sebanyak 375Nm.
WRX S4 STI Sport menampilkan dalaman yang unik dengan stereng yang dilapisi kulit sebenar dengan jahitan perak, penutup kotak gear yang menampilkan jahitan perak, dan tempat duduk Recaro yang direka khas di bahagian hadapan. Tempat duduk ini dilapisi dengan bahan ultra suede dengan jahitan kontras, memberikan keselesaan dan estetik yang bersifat sport. Bahan suede ini meluas ke sebahagian daripada papan instrumen, sandaran tangan, dan konsol tengah.
Dengan harga 6,237,000 yen (RM198,751), WRX S4 STI Sport edisi terhad ini dijangka akan menarik minat yang besar, dengan Subaru menggunakan sistem loteri untuk penjualan. Keunikan model ini, bersama dengan elemen reka bentuk yang mencolok, kemungkinan besar akan menarik peminat Subaru.
Subaru has announced the launch of a new limited-edition model, the WRX S4 STI Sport, aimed at the Japanese market. Limited to just 500 units, the special variant introduces a selection of unique features and styling enhancements, making it an exclusive offering for enthusiasts. The sales will be conducted through a lottery system, open for entries from January 12 to 28.
Distinctive Features
The WRX S4 STI Sport boasts several notable upgrades, including the fitment of 19-inch BBS forged wheels finished in Super Black and wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tires. The exterior showcases a revised black front grille, blacked-out badges, and a black lip spoiler on the decklid. Additional styling touches include Crystal Black Silica-painted wing mirrors and a roof antenna.
Performance Enhancements
Performance-wise, the limited-edition model benefits from a tower bar under the hood and a stiffening bar at the rear, contributing to an enhanced driving experience. Under the hood, it retains the 2.4-litre horizontally-opposed turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with a continuously variable transmission, delivering 271hp and 375Nm of torque.
Customised Interior
The WRX S4 STI Sport features a unique interior with a genuine leather-wrapped steering wheel adorned with silver stitching, shift boots showcasing silver stitching, and specially designed Recaro seats in the front. These seats are upholstered in ultra suede material with contrasting stitching, providing both comfort and a sporty aesthetic. The suede material extends to parts of the instrument panel, armrests, and centre console.
Exclusive Availability
Priced at 6,237,000 yen (RM198k), this limited edition WRX S4 STI Sport is anticipated to generate significant interest, with Subaru employing a lottery system for sales. The exclusivity of the model, coupled with its distinctive design elements, is likely to appeal to Subaru enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Dua belas syarikat besar dari industri kenderaan, elektronik, dan cip komputer bergabung untuk membentuk kumpulan yang dikenali sebagai “Advanced SoC Research for Automotive” (ASRA). Kumpulan ini akan bekerja untuk menghasilkan cip komputer yang berkuasa, khususnya System on Chip (SoC), untuk kenderaan.
Syarikat-syarikat dalam ASRA termasuklah Honda, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, Denso, Panasonic Automotive Systems, Cadence Design Systems, MIRISE Technologies, Renesas Electronics, Socionext, dan Synopsys.
Kenderaan masa kini menggunakan kira-kira 1,000 cip komputer untuk pelbagai fungsi seperti pemanduan automatik dan sistem multimedia. ASRA, yang dipimpin oleh pembuat kenderaan, ingin menggabungkan pengetahuan syarikat-syarikat cip dan elektronik untuk membangunkan teknologi cip baru yang dipanggil “chiplet” untuk kenderaan.
In a significant collaborative effort, twelve leading companies from the automotive, electrical component, and semiconductor sectors joined hands to establish the “Advanced SoC Research for Automotive” (ASRA) on December 1st. The primary goal of ASRA is to conduct research and development for high-performance digital semiconductors, specifically System on Chip (SoC), intended for use in automobiles.
Participating Companies:
Automotive Manufacturers: Honda Motor Co., Ltd., Mazda Motor Corporation, Nissan Motor Corporation, SUBARU Corporation, Toyota Motor Corporation
Electrical Component Manufacturers: Denso Corporation, Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd.
Given that modern automobiles utilise approximately 1,000 semiconductors, with varied applications, SoCs are particularly crucial for autonomous driving technology and multimedia systems. These applications demand cutting-edge semiconductor technology to achieve advanced computing power.
ASRA, with a focus on achieving high levels of safety and reliability required for automotive applications, will be spearheaded by automakers. The collaboration aims to leverage the combined technological and experiential knowledge of electrical components and semiconductor companies. The consortium plans to explore chiplet technology for SoCs, combining different semiconductor types.
Advantages of Chiplet Technology Include:
Higher performance and multifunctionality
Higher yield chips
Timely commercialisation of SoCs tailored to end-user (automotive companies) requirements
ASRA has set ambitious goals, aiming to establish in-vehicle chiplet technology by 2028 and intends to install SoCs in mass-produced vehicles from 2030 onward. By capitalising on Japan’s technological capabilities and extensive experience in automotive, electrical components, and semiconductors, ASRA plans to collaborate with industry, government, and academia to position itself as a world-leading technology research group.
Subaru memberikan kita “sneak peek” mengenai WRX S4 STI Sport yang akan datang sebelum debutnya di Tokyo Auto Salon 2024. Versi ini menawarkan beberapa peningkatan istimewa untuk sedan prestasi tersebut dan kemungkinan akan dihasilkan dalam jumlah terhad, mungkin hanya untuk pasaran Jepun. Prototaip ini memamerkan ciri-ciri unik seperti roda baru bergaya BBS dan spoiler ducktail yang diubah, memberikan sentuhan sporty.
Berdasarkan WRX S4 STI Sport R EX, yang merupakan varian teratas WRX di Jepun, edisi istimewa ini menjanjikan lebih dari sekadar penampilan. Subaru berkata bahawa ia akan memiliki “handling yang ditingkatkan” dan “rasa pandu premium,” dengan fokus untuk meningkatkan pengalaman memandu daripada membuat perubahan besar di bawah bonet.
2024 Subaru WRX TR
WRX S4 STI Sport kemungkinan akan mengekalkan enjin empat silinder berkuasa turbo 2.4 liter yang sama yang terdapat dalam varian Subaru WRX lain di Jepun. Enjin ini menghasilkan 271hp dan 375Nm tork, dipadankan dengan transmisi automatik CVT, dan kuasa dihantar ke semua roda melalui sistem AWD simetri Subaru.
Kita akan dapat mengetahui lebih lanjut mengenai prototaip WRX S4 STI Sport di Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, yang berlangsung dari 12 hingga 14 Januari di Chiba.
Subaru has teased the WRX S4 STI Sport ahead of its debut at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024. This model previews a special edition of the performance sedan with notable handling upgrades, set for a limited production run. Although likely to remain exclusive to the Japanese market, the prototype hints at exciting changes.
The WRX S4 STI Sport prototype is based on the WRX S4 STI Sport R EX, the flagship trim of the WRX in Japan. The teaser image reveals distinctive features, including new BBS-style wheels and a modified ducktail spoiler on the trunk. Notably, the WRX, S4, and Symmetrical AWD emblems are finished in black, adding a touch of sportiness.
2024 Subaru WRX TR
While specific details about the interior and other exterior enhancements remain undisclosed, Subaru promises more than just cosmetic changes. The WRX S4 STI Sport is touted to deliver “enhanced handling” and a “premium drive feel,” indicating significant chassis upgrades. The focus seems to be on refining the driving experience, with less emphasis on powertrain modifications.
Under the hood, the special edition is expected to retain the turbocharged 2.4-litre four-cylinder boxer engine found in all JDM-Spec Subaru WRX variants. Generating 271hp and 375Nm of torque, the engine is paired with a CVT automatic transmission, and power is transmitted to all four wheels through Subaru’s symmetrical AWD system.
2022 Subaru WRX
Details about the WRX S4 STI Sport prototype will be officially unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, scheduled for January 12-14 at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba.
Subaru’s 2025 Forester made waves at the Los Angeles Auto Show, revealing a significant update that drew attention, not just for its enhancements but for the controversy it sparked regarding its design resemblance to other well-known off-roaders. While not an entirely new model, the Forester boasts a revamped exterior, a fresh interior, and a promise of hybrid power in the 2026 model year.
The redesigned Forester, with its blockier and more macho appearance, raised eyebrows for its striking similarity to the Toyota RAV4, particularly in the side profile. However, the talk of the town revolves around the Forester’s front end, which echoes the design of Ford’s older fifth-generation Explorer, featuring a large, upright grille and wing-like headlights.
Inside, Subaru maintains its unique identity with an evolved interior design. The highlight is a portrait-layout touchscreen embedded into the dashboard, flanked by vertical heater vents. While analog dials make a return, the familiar rotary dials for climate controls have been replaced with controls embedded in the touchscreen bezel. The base model comes with a 7.0-inch screen, with an optional 11.6-inch display that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Despite its reskin status, the 2025 Forester retains the same 2.5-litre boxer engine and standard all-wheel-drive transmission. Power sees a minor dip to 180hp, while torque experiences a slight increase from 239Nm to 241Nm of torque. The new Forester features a 10% stiffer chassis structure, an electric power steering system from the WRX sports sedan, and updated safety features in the EyeSight driver assist package.
Excitingly, Subaru confirmed the arrival of a hybrid model in 2026, offering a potential alternative for eco-conscious consumers. While details about the hybrid powertrain are yet to be disclosed, Subaru enthusiasts eagerly await further information, expecting a blend of performance and efficiency.
While the 2025 Forester brings design controversies, especially in its resemblance to other SUVs, it ensures a familiar yet enhanced driving experience, maintaining Subaru’s commitment to safety and performance. The anticipation for the hybrid variant adds an extra layer of intrigue for consumers looking toward a greener future.
Subaru Corporation is making its presence felt at the prestigious Japan Mobility Show 2023, which kicked off on October 25 and will run until November 5. Subaru’s booth at the event is not just about showcasing their existing vehicles but also about presenting a vision for the future of mobility, where “Enjoyment and Peace of Mind” are paramount.
At the show, Subaru unveiled two innovative concept models: the Subaru Air Mobility Concept and the Subaru Sport Mobility Concept. These concepts serve as visual representations of Subaru’s vision for a new era of mobility.
The Subaru Air Mobility Concept: Ushering in the “Air Mobility Revolution”
As electric and automated technologies advance in the world of aviation, Subaru envisions an “air mobility revolution.” The Subaru Air Mobility Concept embodies this future of enhanced freedom in mobility. Engineers from both the aerospace and automotive divisions are collaborating on flight demonstrations, underlining Subaru’s commitment to exploring new frontiers in transportation.
The Subaru Sport Mobility Concept: Electric Performance and Enjoyment
The Subaru Sport Mobility Concept is an alluring glimpse into the electrified future of Subaru. This battery-electric vehicle (BEV) concept is designed to cater to drivers who cherish the joy of going anywhere, anytime, and taking control of their driving experiences. It emphasises driver-centric control over all four wheels, while also offering a low seating position for excellent visibility and perceptibility. The design of this concept is focused on a clean and three-dimensional aesthetic that delivers a sense of protection and airflow.
