Inside Lexus/Toyota’s Electric AE86: Kenji Arai on Reviving the Past with EV Power

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In this episode of *The InEVitable* by MotorTrend, hosts Ed Loh and Jonny Lieberman go hands-on with one of the most surprising EV conversions ever attempted — the **Toyota AE86 Levin BEV**, an electric restomod created by **Lexus Electrified Development Division**. Joining them are Kenji Arai, Chief Engineer at Lexus Electrified, and Toshi Hayama, JDM legend and translator, to discuss why Lexus chose to electrify one of Japan’s most iconic lightweight sports cars and what it means for the future of driving fun. This isn’t a gimmick — it’s an EV with a *manual transmission*, real gear shifts, simulated 4A-GE engine sound, and the soul of the 1980s drifting icon. From the technical challenges of reusing Lexus hybrid parts to how feedback from this prototype could inform future BEV sports cars, this is an inside look at Toyota and Lexus’ electrified philosophy for enthusiasts.

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Drivers Look Ahead To Race Weekend | 2025 United States Grand Prix

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The drivers are getting ready for the United States Grand Prix! Let’s hear from them and learn how preparations for a Sprint weekend differ from other race weekends. For more F1® videos, visit: https://www.Formula1.com Visit our store: https://f1store.formula1.com/ Follow F1®:

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500 Miles of Range? Neue Klasse BMW iX3 Range vs Tesla Model S & Lucid

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Weekend Warm-Up | 2025 United States Grand Prix

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Laura Winter is joined by James Hinchliffe, Ruth Buscombe and Jolyon Palmer in Austin as they look ahead to a highly-anticipated stateside Sprint weekend at the Circuit of the Americas. For more F1® videos, visit: https://www.Formula1.com Visit our store: https://f1store.formula1.com/ Follow F1®:

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How Denny Hamlin Celebrated His ‘Most Significant Win’ | NASCAR The Day After

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After 42 sleepless hours in Vegas, Denny Hamlin joined "The (Thurs)Day After" to talk about the significance of career win No. 60. From fans recognizing the moment to his father's health, Hamlin opens up about everything that made his latest victory his "most meaningful." ———- Subscribe to NASCAR on YouTube: https://nas.cr/youtube Visit NASCAR.com for the latest news: https://nas.cr/nascar
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NASCAR 25 Setup Guide: Build Like a PRO | Inside the Race

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With multiple pages of settings, NASCAR 25 setups can feel overwhelming. But former NASCAR crew chief Steve Letarte makes customizing your car in the recently released video game simple. Letarte explains how each setting affects your build so you can race with the best. ———- Subscribe to NASCAR on YouTube: https://nas.cr/youtube Visit NASCAR.com for the latest news: https://nas.cr/nascar
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