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Part 2 - Rims-shot: Why Are You Buying Wheels?
Now that fitment is sorted, how do you choose the right wheels? Part 2 of our beginner JDM mod series looks at rims, wheel construction, sizing, Japanese brands like RAYS, Work, Enkei, SSR, ADVAN, and Watanabe, plus daily, drift, show, and performance builds. Fitment tells you what can fit. Purpose tells you what makes sense.
trevorlaughlin8
Jun 1411 min read


The class of 2010-2011 (Part 3): Kei Trucks and Pickups buyer's guide
Japan’s best work trucks were never built to show off. They were built to squeeze down narrow roads, haul real loads, and start every morning without complaint. From kei trucks to Hiluxes and Navaras, this article explores the practical Japanese pickups now becoming legal in Canada — and why they make more sense than you might think.
Dream
Jun 112 min read


The class of 2010-2011 (Part 4) - the Haulers: of HiAce vans and Hino's
Part 4 explores the hidden workhorses of the JDM world: vans and 2-tonne haulers,
Dream
Jun 114 min read


Fitment Without Guesswork: The Beginner’s Guide to Rims, Tires, and Stance (Part 1)
Before you buy wheels, chase stance, or start dreaming about the perfect first mod, you need to understand fitment. This opening article in the series breaks down the basics of how wheels and tires actually sit on a car — from offset and tire size to tucked, flush, poke, and stance fitment. Because before you can know what you want to do to your car, you need to know what your car can actually handle first.
Dream
May 169 min read


JDM Christmas Buyers Guide!
Buying Christmas gifts for someone with a JDM car? Godspeed. This JDM Christmas Buyer’s Guide breaks down fun, practical gifts JDM owners actually want—from die-cast models and merch to cup holders, dash cams, and tasteful chaos.
trevorlaughlin8
Dec 15, 20258 min read


From Fuji to Frostbite: JDM Cars Built for Canadian Winter (Part 2)
If you thought all JDM vehicles were delicate flowers unsuitable for Canadian winters, think again. Here is a JDM winter-car buyers guide for those who thrive in the snow!
trevorlaughlin8
Dec 2, 202512 min read


Just Off the Boat and Straight Into a Blizzard: Winterizing Your JDM Vehicle (Part 1)
If your newly imported JDM ride is going to be your daily drive through the Canadian winter, you need to know to ready it Canada. Here are some JDM specific winterizing tips for JDM snowbunny vehicles ^_^
trevorlaughlin8
Nov 14, 20257 min read


Small Truck, Big Mud Energy: Kei vs UTV in the Great White North
Kei truck vs UTV: the ultimate off-road showdown in Canada. Compare price, power, legality, comfort, and chaos. One’s street-legal and fuel-smart, the other’s pure dirt-flinging fun. Which one fits your wild side?
trevorlaughlin8
Nov 3, 20254 min read


Size Matters (Until It Doesn’t): The Kei Truck vs Pickup Showdown.
Dare to compare. See how a kei shapes up against your f150
trevorlaughlin8
Oct 22, 20255 min read


Kei Truck Versus Canada: Part 1 - upkeep and maintenance
Thinking about importing a kei truck — or already have one and want to keep it running like a champ? Our latest deep-dive breaks down everything you need to know about ownership in Canada: real-world maintenance costs, common repairs, winter prep tips, lift kits, body mods, and pro owner hacks. From farm life to city streets, these little JDM workhorses can do more than you think.
trevorlaughlin8
Oct 6, 202512 min read
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