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Toyota is developing a new engine

Toyota engineers are working intensively on the development of a new engine that could become more popular than the powerful 2JZ straight six. It is an engine that will power Toyota and Lexus cars.

The new engine is part of a family of 1.5- and 2.0-liter inline-four engines, each of which will be optimized for hybrid or plug-in hybrid assistance and compatible with alternative fuels, which could give them a chance to live long after of traditional internal combustion engines that are disappearing due to restrictions. In addition to the 400 hp four-cylinder engine, a 300 hp version will also be available, meaning Toyota will have a great choice of powertrains ready for the upcoming MR2 and Celica models.

Also, a Lexus RC coupe powered by this 600 hp (441 kW) engine, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission, is currently being tested. Although Lexus has not released any information about this car, the first information came from a Japanese journalist, who had the opportunity to see the IS sedan equipped with a version of the same engine, but with 400 hp (294 kW) and an eight-speed automatic transmission.

Engineers claim it’s only a motorsport project, but it seems possible that Lexus could fit the new engine into the production coupe. Whether a manual gearbox will also be installed in the new cars remains to be seen, as Lexus is not known for such gearboxes. However, a simulated manual transmission system for electric cars has been tested, so perhaps there is hope.

Source: The Drive

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2025 Toyota GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition

This year, Toyota celebrates 51 years since its first victory in the World Rally Championship (WRC), and on that occasion it revealed the GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition. It is a version of their most powerful B-segment car, which will be offered only to Italian customers.

The GR Yaris TGR Italy Limited Edition will be powered by a 1.5-L turbocharged engine with 280 hp (206 kW), mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission and a GR-Four system that sends power to all four wheels. It sits on a set of 18-inch forged wheels in Heritage Gold wrapped in semi-slick Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tires.

The car has a white body with red decals and a livery inspired by the car that took the first WRC victory at the Press On Regardless Rally in Michigan, the Corolla 1600 Coupe. The car has a unique plate with the TGR Italy logo and the number of the copy. It is equipped with the Tech Package that includes parking sensors, a blind spot monitoring system and a rear traffic warning system with automatic braking.

Toyota will produce only 51 cars and each will cost 67,500 euros. The first deliveries are expected by the end of this year, and those who want to pre-order the car must pay a deposit of 2,500 euros.

Source: Toyota

Tuning

Manhart Supra GR 550 with 550 HP

MANHART Supra GR 550 is a new project of the German tuner, which is considered one of the best in the world when it comes to German cars, but here and there they also upgrade cars of other brands. This time it’s the Toyota GR Supra.

The car is built on the same platform as the BMW Z4, and it is not the first time that Manhart has upgraded the Supra GR model, as we saw a similar project in 2020. However, this time the car is equipped with a carbon bodykit that makes the Supra GR look like the long-speculated high-performance GRMN flagship. These include a new rear wing, new diffuser, front splitter and side skirts with integrated fins. Buyers can also choose optional carbon side mirror housings and taillight covers, as well as a set of black and red decals. The body kit costs 13,500 euros, but the components can be purchased separately.

The biggest change is under the hood where the now turbocharged 3.0-L twin-power turbo engine (B58) delivers 550 hp (404 kW) and 568 lb-ft (770 Nm) of torque. They achieved this by installing a new turbocharger, ARMAspeed carbon intake, radiator, MHtronic module and a stainless steel exhaust system from F1 Exhaust, which comes with an optional downpipe. The body can be lowered thanks to a set of H&R springs or Variant 3 coilover suspension by KW, which further improves handling.

The car is mounted on a set of 20″ Concave One rims wrapped in 255/30 and 295/25 tires, in combination with H&R wheel spacers.

Source: Manhart

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Manhart Supra GR 550 with 550 HP