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Automotive Press offers the most authentic engineer's auto reviews, news, and insights by industry veteran David Koichi Chao. Find out about cars and trucks that no other reviewers would be able to comment - because of David Chao's automotive engineering expertise and evaluation experience. David is a mechanical engineering graduate with an education from MIT and Harvard in Boston who worked as an Evaluation, Development, Testing, and Manufacturing Engineer for major car companies. The unique point of this channel is that David spend time talking about things that you cannot get from other media, such as the driving feel, the actual day-to-day experience, engineering backgrounds, the "inside story" and hands-on quality. David shares insightful news and stories from the automotive industry that is interesting, unique, and cool. David is world renowned in Toyota Production System (TPS), Lean Manufacturing, Agile Thinking, and teaches these topics world-wide.
DAVID IS IN JAPAN! WHAT'S HIS FIRST STOP?
David is in Japan once again, his 4th trip in the past 12 months. What's his first stop? Watch the video to find out as David starts his exciting journey in Japan starting with Tokyo. Many more videos to come... stay tuned.
Automotive Press is owned and managed by David Koichi Chao, a global expert in the field of automotive evaluation, engineering, and strategy. With over 35 years of engineering experience, David is able to review vehicles from unique perspectives utilizing technical and specialized methods. David is a board member and a director at AJAC (Automobile Journalist Association of Canada).
David is known around the world as an authentic specialist of Lean/Agile Thinking, and travels all around the world to review vehicles and teach latest engineering methods. Born and raised in Japan, David has an engineering degree from University of British Columbia and post-graduate education from MIT and Harvard Business School in Boston.
Automotive Press is owned and managed by David Koichi Chao, a global expert in the field of automotive evaluation, engineering, and strategy. With over 35 years of engineering experience, David is able to review vehicles from unique perspectives utilizing technical and specialized methods. David is a board member and a director at AJAC (Automobile Journalist Association of Canada).
David is known around the world as an authentic specialist of Lean/Agile Thinking, and travels all around the world to review vehicles and teach latest engineering methods. Born and raised in Japan, David has an engineering degree from University of British Columbia and post-graduate education from MIT and Harvard Business School in Boston.
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DRIVING ON CITY ROADS vs OFF-ROAD - HOW DOES TOYOTA TACOMA TRD PRO REALLY FEEL?
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Automotive Engineer David Chao was quite surprised to find that the 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD PRO has a very different steering feel compared to another TNGA-F platform vehicle, the Land Cruiser. In fact, David prefers the heavier, more truck-like feel of the hybrid Tacoma TRD Pro, based on driving both in city roads and over rough terrains. Watch the entire video as David talks about the unique p...
WHAT DO ENGINEER REALLY THINK OF THE MERCEDES-BENZ EQE 500 SUV? IS LEXUS TX COMING TO COMPETE?
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Automotive Engineer David Chao does a full review on the latest Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 SUV, and also makes a philosophical comparison to the future Lexus 3-row EV likely to be called the Lexus TZ. David does the usual quality check and driving review and he talks about the various technology especially compared to not-yet-announced Lexus TZ, which might show up sometime next year. Watch the enti...
TOYOTA CELICA RETURNS! NEW CONFIRMATION ABOUT CELICA FROM JAPAN!
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Latest news from Japan's Best Car Magazine reveals that an all-new Toyota Celica will return to the global market with an all-new-engine and all-wheel-drive This is a breaking news in that Best Car Magazine staff is very sure that the nameplate has been confirmed and that prototype is on its way - maybe even to be revealed at the next Tokyo Auto Salon in January of 2025. David explains all the ...
ONLY MAZDA TRULY UNDERSTAND HOW TO MAKE CARS FUN-TO-DRIVE - MAZDA CX-30 IS AN EVIDENCE OF THAT FACT
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Among the Japanese automakers, perhaps only Mazda truly understand how to design fun-to-drive cars - just look at the 2024 Mazda CX-30 as an example. In terms of handling, steering feel, driving character, cornering, and ride, the Mazda CX-30 stands out among many other small crossovers. Other brands may offer practical SUVs but they can't compete with Mazda when it comes to creating true sport...
ENGINEERS REVEAL RARE FACTS ABOUT 4RUNNER, TACOMA, LAND CRUISER - CANDID INTERVIEW SHELDON BROWN
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ENGINEERS REVEAL RARE FACTS ABOUT 4RUNNER, TACOMA, LAND CRUISER - CANDID INTERVIEW SHELDON BROWN
25 THINGS YOU SHOULD NEVER DO TO YOUR NEW MODERN CAR // MAKE YOUR CAR LAST A LIFETIME
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25 THINGS YOU SHOULD NEVER DO TO YOUR NEW MODERN CAR // MAKE YOUR CAR LAST A LIFETIME
JAPANESE vs ITALIAN // ACURA TLX TYPE S vs ALFA ROMEO GIULIA QUADRIFOGLIO
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JAPANESE vs ITALIAN // ACURA TLX TYPE S vs ALFA ROMEO GIULIA QUADRIFOGLIO
ENGINEER TAKES 2024 TACOMA TRAILHUNTER OFF-ROADING
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ENGINEER TAKES 2024 TACOMA TRAILHUNTER OFF-ROADING
10 REASONS WHY 2024 TACOMA IS BETTER THAN 2023 // FIRST 2024 TACOMA HYBRID TWISTY HIGHWAY DRIVE
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10 REASONS WHY 2024 TACOMA IS BETTER THAN 2023 // FIRST 2024 TACOMA HYBRID TWISTY HIGHWAY DRIVE
30 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT 2025 TOYOTA 4RUNNER // PLUS ENGINEER'S QUALITY CHECK
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30 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT 2025 TOYOTA 4RUNNER // PLUS ENGINEER'S QUALITY CHECK
7 REASONS WHY 2025 TOYOTA CAMRY IS BETTER THAN 2024 // HANDLES LIKE A SPORTS SEDAN
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7 REASONS WHY 2025 TOYOTA CAMRY IS BETTER THAN 2024 // HANDLES LIKE A SPORTS SEDAN
ENGINEER TAKES LAND CRUISER OFF-ROADING // CAN IT TRULY HANDLE TOUGHEST CONDITIONS?
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ENGINEER TAKES LAND CRUISER OFF-ROADING // CAN IT TRULY HANDLE TOUGHEST CONDITIONS?
FIRST LAND CRUISER TWISTY HIGHWAY DRIVE // DOES IT STAY FLAT & AGILE AROUND CORNERS?
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FIRST LAND CRUISER TWISTY HIGHWAY DRIVE // DOES IT STAY FLAT & AGILE AROUND CORNERS?
2025 4RUNNER IS HALF TACOMA & HALF LAND CRUISER - BEST OF BOTH WORLDS? 4RUNNER vs OTHER TNGA-Fs
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2025 4RUNNER IS HALF TACOMA & HALF LAND CRUISER - BEST OF BOTH WORLDS? 4RUNNER vs OTHER TNGA-Fs
2024 LEXUS GX vs TX - WHICH ONE IS BETTER? - ENGINEER EXPLAINS 10 KEY DIFFERENCES
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2024 LEXUS GX vs TX - WHICH ONE IS BETTER? - ENGINEER EXPLAINS 10 KEY DIFFERENCES
TACOMA vs FRONTIER vs CANYON/COLORADO vs RANGER // EXTERIOR QUALITY COMPARISON OF MID-SIZE TRUCKS
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TACOMA vs FRONTIER vs CANYON/COLORADO vs RANGER // EXTERIOR QUALITY COMPARISON OF MID-SIZE TRUCKS
ENGINEER PREDICTS 6th GEN 2025 4RUNNER WILL BE BUILT IN JAPAN - CONFIRMED TO BE BUILT IN JAPAN!!
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ENGINEER PREDICTS 6th GEN 2025 4RUNNER WILL BE BUILT IN JAPAN - CONFIRMED TO BE BUILT IN JAPAN!!
RE-CONDITIONING MY 2004 LEXUS SC 430 TO MAKE IT BETTER THAN NEW // FULL DETAILING & GRAPHENE COATING
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RE-CONDITIONING MY 2004 LEXUS SC 430 TO MAKE IT BETTER THAN NEW // FULL DETAILING & GRAPHENE COATING
APRIL 1st NEWS! JAPAN REVEALS WORLD'S FIRST DISPOSAL CAR! // DESIGNED BY EX-TOYOTA, HONDA ENGINEERS
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APRIL 1st NEWS! JAPAN REVEALS WORLD'S FIRST DISPOSAL CAR! // DESIGNED BY EX-TOYOTA, HONDA ENGINEERS
DAVID & KIRK TALK ABOUT THE ALL-NEW 2025 TOYOTA CROWN SIGNIA! DO THEY LIKE IT?
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DAVID & KIRK TALK ABOUT THE ALL-NEW 2025 TOYOTA CROWN SIGNIA! DO THEY LIKE IT?
ENGINEER EXPLAINS WHY 2025 4RUNNER WILL HAVE ROLL-DOWN REAR WINDOW // 4 EVIDENCES FROM TEASER PHOTO
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ENGINEER EXPLAINS WHY 2025 4RUNNER WILL HAVE ROLL-DOWN REAR WINDOW // 4 EVIDENCES FROM TEASER PHOTO
ENGINEER COMPARES QUALITY of LAND CRUISER vs LEXUS GX vs LX // WHICH HAS BEST EXTERIOR QUALITY?
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ENGINEER COMPARES QUALITY of LAND CRUISER vs LEXUS GX vs LX // WHICH HAS BEST EXTERIOR QUALITY?
5 REASONS WHY MAZDA CX-90 IS THE BEST HANDLING, AFFORDABLE 3-ROW SUV // ENGINEER'S REVIEW
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5 REASONS WHY MAZDA CX-90 IS THE BEST HANDLING, AFFORDABLE 3-ROW SUV // ENGINEER'S REVIEW
HOW TO CHOOSE BETWEEN 1/2 TON vs 3/4 TON TRUCKS // 5 IMPORTANT FACTORS // ENGINEER'S REVIEW
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HOW TO CHOOSE BETWEEN 1/2 TON vs 3/4 TON TRUCKS // 5 IMPORTANT FACTORS // ENGINEER'S REVIEW
ENGINEER EXPLAINS WHY THIS IS THE MOST CAPABLE OFF-ROADER // 2024 LEXUS GX 550 // CHIEF ENGINEER
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ENGINEER EXPLAINS WHY THIS IS THE MOST CAPABLE OFF-ROADER // 2024 LEXUS GX 550 // CHIEF ENGINEER
IF YOU WANT TO ENJOY DRIVING A SUV, THIS IS THE ONE // ENGINEER'S REVIEW 2024 ALFA ROMEO TONALE
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IF YOU WANT TO ENJOY DRIVING A SUV, THIS IS THE ONE // ENGINEER'S REVIEW 2024 ALFA ROMEO TONALE
7 REASONS WHY THIS SUV IS A GAME CHANGER // ENGINEER'S FIRST DRIVING REVIEW OF 2024 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
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7 REASONS WHY THIS SUV IS A GAME CHANGER // ENGINEER'S FIRST DRIVING REVIEW OF 2024 HYUNDAI SANTA FE
FIRST OWNER'S REPORT: HOW'S MY LEXUS LC 500 OWNERSHIP EXPERIENCE SO FAR? // ENGINEER'S REAL FEEDBACK
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FIRST OWNER'S REPORT: HOW'S MY LEXUS LC 500 OWNERSHIP EXPERIENCE SO FAR? // ENGINEER'S REAL FEEDBACK
10 REASONS TO BUY THE 5th GEN 2024 TOYOTA 4RUNNER BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE // LET'S COMPARE TO 6th GEN
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10 REASONS TO BUY THE 5th GEN 2024 TOYOTA 4RUNNER BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE // LET'S COMPARE TO 6th GEN
I have a 4 year old 2020 cx30. It's been reliable, so far just had to replace the battery 2 years ago.
I own the CX30 2.0 GT Sport SkyactivX AWD Auto and absolutely love it, the best car I've ever owned. The steering is wonderfully balanced and the ride although a bit stiffer than some is very communicative. I get a genuine 50mpg average on a road trip and between 30 and 40mpg around town. The safety features make you feel very secure and the Ncap scores are out of this world. The interior is without doubt the best in class by a fair margin. The only negative I can think of is rear leg room, if you have small children you will be fine, if you have 6ft plus teenagers not so fine but hey they'll be leaving home soon so no worries 👍
I still enjoy driving my 2006 4Runner V8 Sport Edition. I would buy a 2025 4Runner if it still had a V8! I have never been a fan of turbocharged engines.
please make sure to check the body gaps , because this is all you know 🤷♂️
i dont know about a lifetime, but i been driving a 1990 ford for 24 years.was so reliable i restored it over 4 years ago.if the next 24 go as good as the 1st 24.it may well last my lifetime.especially if i fall over dead tomorrow.we NEVER know.its possible.
Is there any difference between the si coming from Canada to USA and the ones sold in the Canadian market ?
Bad problems with engine failures, big deal problems.
So will the turbo 4 also have a spun bearing issue?
It’s a nisssan rep, but Nissan is junk.
You should have let me know you were going❤
It does not look more expensive than a Crown but is quite a beautiful redesign. I have a Crown Platinum with Bronze Age Bi Tone paint and it’s looks intimidating in person because of its size, lift, and 21 in tires.
I Just bought a 2008 Nissan Pathfinder,,,225,000 miles...appears to have had regular oil changes... In the owners manual. It states for the longevity of the vehicle change the oil every 3750 miles..so that is what I plan to do...Best Regards
I change my oil every 5k miles even though I do mostly highway driving.. Oil is cheap, engines aren’t…
My step father was a master mechanic and I tend to take amazing care of cars regardless of how long I intend on keep it. I 100% agree with your recomendations
11:02 my E GV70 gave me problems with acceleration. Dealer could not solve the problem. But they stepped up and replaced it with another EGV70 and that one is great...so far. Free charging for 3 years!
Engineers have been proven wrong!!!
“Makes you feel like you are driving a V6”. Get new Nissan Frontier for lesser price with actual V6.
Price-Mexico-4cyl. No, thank you.
I'll just keep driving and enjoying my 2006 4Runner V8 Sport Edition!
Waterless car wash should not exist. That is like using sandpaper to your car.
Would love to see your review on Mazda's upcoming new designs in their partnership with Toyota & their hybrid system.
Great car here in Australia we have the Nissan patrol y62 I think there are some suspension differences 😂
It’s a work of art, and because of the way it’s made, a masterpiece. I hope you enjoy and cherish it as something unique and very special. I think this kind of perfection could only be created in Japan. Congratulations!
$55000 for that? Nope.
Why not adjust the seat?
I have the Samen coulour 😂😂😂
Wow, unbelievable!
If only the power train had that level of quality smh
Can you get a 360 degree birds eye camera installed from a professional auto shop?
3,500 is my best offer
Cool
Put the stereo to +1 treble +2 mid all the way up bass, Fade it back a notch, leave surround on, volume 35 or above and the sound/ music washes over you. People just complain to complain. Its like all those that complained about entertainment system without understanding voice commands
David good video but I am sorry you had you microfibre cloths on the ground and that’s not a good idea as it will pick up dirt from ground and then wash your car. If you going to that extend use two buckets and keep the cloths in the bucket until you are ready to wash not on the ground.
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The seatbelt chime is the most annoying thing about my 2024 tundra. When im in a field backing up a trailer or driving slowly in a field with a trailer a seat belt is not needed and the seatbelt chime is never needed. This is my complaint
Nice atmosphere. Thank you for letting David show us around. Thanks David for the brief tour. Enjoy‼️ 5:53
3k oil changes for 5.7 hemi's and, 2k oil changes for the 6.2 hemi's, really depends on how you drive your car.
In May of 2024... Well this is awkward...
do you know if the 4runner hybrid or gas model will be out first?
The external reviews between the LX and 4Runner are excellent but the major differences in these automobiles are (1) driving experiences (LX soft and comfortable compared to the truck like feel of the 4Runner), (2) Interior design (LX more elegant than 4 Runner), Technology (LX more advanced than 4 Runner), (3) back or trunk space (LX more than 4 Runner) and (4) Ride/Suspension (LX has the legendary Lexus hydraulic suspension). Having driven both models extensively, the Lexus is a much more refined driving experience. David prefers a truck like drive while I like the smoother ride of a LX. Nice that a single company can offer both options.
My oil are changed every 1000 miles, 4.5 quarts is how much my vehicle burns oil, so technically, i changed/burn it every 1K, my car runs great!
Adding more parts, especially a turbo and the additional parts needed for that, adds more moving pieces, as well as adds to the complexity. More shit that can break and a very expensive fix
With same price range i would go for BMW interior and exterior
I like these short vlogs on cool stuff!
I just turned 83,000 miles on my 2010 LS460L. I really love this car bc of the ride, handling and quietness. Just did a 600 mile. Trip and it was amazing and 23 mpg. Thanks for showing us the latest iteration. Would love n assembly line cider of the LS if you can get it.
Wow. Horrible audio. You couldn't do the interview in a quiet room with two good mics??
2:20 - top right-hand corner reminds me of Tesla...
I have a 2019 tundra. The wife a 2015 Corolla. Both have been near flawless. The boy is about to get his license and will be getting the Corolla. (RIP COROLLA). lol. So later in the year she’ll be getting a new car. The reviews are incredible on the CX5 and for the price , it looks like a no brainer. Wel see. Thanks for the video.
80k is 'WAY' too much!
Beautiful room and view! Enjoy the trip and safe travels!