AUTOMOTIVE
An Affordable Sports Car Experience By Ron Moorhead 2020 Toyota 86 shows its mettle on tight, twisting curves.
we are always happy when a new sports car shows up for us to review. It has no effect on our joy if it is an entry level model or over-the-top super exotic. Granted, one may add to the excitement and anxiety, but the joy of driving is in your experience. A joyful drive was exactly what was in our future following the delivery of the 2020 Toyota 86 Hakone Edition. While
we will get into the full description of the Toyota 86, we think it good we explain the Hakone Edition. The Hakone Turnpike is a road just over one hour from Tokyo yet seems years from the bustling city center. To some it is considered the Nürburgring of Japan, which means it is burnt into the car culture of the world as a great driver’s road. Not only is it a carnival of
curves for drivers, it is also the platform for some of the most incredible views of Mount Fuji. But the views are not why Toyota has placed the Hakone name upon this special edition sports car. It is to honor this famous road and the driving enthusiasm found while trekking the Hakone Turnpike. CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 →
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