Joel Feder The most significant automotive news and reviews, no nonsense Our complimentary daily newsletter delivers the crucial stories straight to you every weekday. Team Toyota has made it clear, from Chairman Akio Toyoda to the GR GT Project Manager, that they aim to win and demonstrate to the world that they can create a true driver’s car. On Thursday, just outside Fuji, Japan, at Toyota’s Woven City during the unveiling of the Toyota Gazoo Racing GR GT, an aerodynamics engineer told The Drive, “We want you to anticipate the car’s evolution,” when asked about the consideration of active aerodynamics. Speaking through a translator, the aerodynamics engineer mentioned that the team explored every option (including active aerodynamics) from the beginning. “That doesn’t mean anything is off the table,” he added. The production-intent vehicle that was revealed does not feature active aerodynamics or even a rear wing. Instead, it has a compact ducktail decklid spoiler, making it resemble the 911 GT3 Touring more than the 911 GT3, despite it being aimed at the latter. The individual responsible for ensuring the GR GT moves through the air efficiently hinted at the possibility of a more powerful variant of the GR GT being released later. However, the phrase "growth of the car" and frequent references to the Porsche 911 GT3 during the engineering discussions suggest that while today’s GR GT targets the Porsche 911 GT3, a future variant may seek to compete with the GT3 RS, possibly incorporating active aerodynamics. Even if a variant doesn't include active aerodynamics, we can develop a solid idea of what a hotter, more RS-like GR GT variant might look like. Joel Feder The GR GT3 race car provides the framework. The front fenders have vents for air extraction, similar to the GT3 RS. The hood includes deep air vents where the street car’s intake sits, also resembling the GT3 RS. Additionally, the large racing wing mounted on swan necks mirrors the GT3 RS. Engineers noted that the race car's wing is structural, bolted directly to the chassis, which was visible through the rear window of the prototype GR GT3. The Toyota GR GT appears to be just the beginning of the automaker's ambitions for its new icon. Prepare your finances and adjust your 401k plans accordingly. Toyota covered travel expenses, lodging, and provided raw fish, which I definitely did not consume, to bring you this firsthand account. Have tips about upcoming products? Contact us at [email protected]

Joel Feder The most significant automotive news and reviews, no nonsense Our complimentary daily newsletter delivers the crucial stories straight to you every weekday. Team Toyota has made it clear, from Chairman Akio Toyoda to the GR GT Project Manager, that they aim to win and demonstrate to the world that they can create a true driver’s car. On Thursday, just outside Fuji, Japan, at Toyota’s Woven City during the unveiling of the Toyota Gazoo Racing GR GT, an aerodynamics engineer told The Drive, “We want you to anticipate the car’s evolution,” when asked about the consideration of active aerodynamics. Speaking through a translator, the aerodynamics engineer mentioned that the team explored every option (including active aerodynamics) from the beginning. “That doesn’t mean anything is off the table,” he added. The production-intent vehicle that was revealed does not feature active aerodynamics or even a rear wing. Instead, it has a compact ducktail decklid spoiler, making it resemble the 911 GT3 Touring more than the 911 GT3, despite it being aimed at the latter. The individual responsible for ensuring the GR GT moves through the air efficiently hinted at the possibility of a more powerful variant of the GR GT being released later. However, the phrase "growth of the car" and frequent references to the Porsche 911 GT3 during the engineering discussions suggest that while today’s GR GT targets the Porsche 911 GT3, a future variant may seek to compete with the GT3 RS, possibly incorporating active aerodynamics. Even if a variant doesn't include active aerodynamics, we can develop a solid idea of what a hotter, more RS-like GR GT variant might look like. Joel Feder The GR GT3 race car provides the framework. The front fenders have vents for air extraction, similar to the GT3 RS. The hood includes deep air vents where the street car’s intake sits, also resembling the GT3 RS. Additionally, the large racing wing mounted on swan necks mirrors the GT3 RS. Engineers noted that the race car's wing is structural, bolted directly to the chassis, which was visible through the rear window of the prototype GR GT3. The Toyota GR GT appears to be just the beginning of the automaker's ambitions for its new icon. Prepare your finances and adjust your 401k plans accordingly. Toyota covered travel expenses, lodging, and provided raw fish, which I definitely did not consume, to bring you this firsthand account. Have tips about upcoming products? Contact us at [email protected]

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      Large screens in vehicles impact all drivers, whether directly or indirectly. Even if you've sworn off purchasing a car with an iPad on the dashboard, you’re still sharing the road with individuals who have made that choice. You can blame them if you wish, but it’s not entirely their fault that modern cars have eliminated physical buttons in favor of distracting screens. It has turned into a real issue, and it all began with automakers offering features that consumers didn't necessarily request.

      My boss Kyle explored the history of car screens in The Drive's latest YouTube video, starting with the 1986 Buick Riviera. That GM E-Body model was well ahead of its time, and although it was the first production vehicle equipped with a touchscreen, it wasn’t a feature that many people wanted. Fast forward three decades and they are ubiquitous. What changed? Quite a bit.

      First, there was nothing comparable to an iPhone when the Riviera attempted to impress middle-class families with its graphical control interface. That portable technology quickly familiarized people with touchscreens in an unprecedented way. As these interfaces became more common (i.e., produced in greater quantities), their cost decreased. Automakers are even more pleased with that last part of the equation than consumers are. After a few models, such as the second-generation Prius, demonstrated that people could adapt to screens in their everyday vehicles, the shift away from physical buttons began.

      This is where we are now, with screens replacing physical controls and displays across all categories of cars. Looking for a $300,000 luxury SUV? Screens are marketed as premium features. Need a $30,000 commuter car with a warranty and not much else? Somehow, you still end up with a display that rivals what you'd find in a CEO's Bentley. This is primarily because digital screens are more cost-effective for car manufacturers.

      Additionally, it's difficult for manufacturers to present pop-up ads to their customers without screens. Let’s not even start on that topic.

      For the complete story, watch the video embedded at the top of this blog.

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Joel Feder The most significant automotive news and reviews, no nonsense Our complimentary daily newsletter delivers the crucial stories straight to you every weekday. Team Toyota has made it clear, from Chairman Akio Toyoda to the GR GT Project Manager, that they aim to win and demonstrate to the world that they can create a true driver’s car. On Thursday, just outside Fuji, Japan, at Toyota’s Woven City during the unveiling of the Toyota Gazoo Racing GR GT, an aerodynamics engineer told The Drive, “We want you to anticipate the car’s evolution,” when asked about the consideration of active aerodynamics. Speaking through a translator, the aerodynamics engineer mentioned that the team explored every option (including active aerodynamics) from the beginning. “That doesn’t mean anything is off the table,” he added. The production-intent vehicle that was revealed does not feature active aerodynamics or even a rear wing. Instead, it has a compact ducktail decklid spoiler, making it resemble the 911 GT3 Touring more than the 911 GT3, despite it being aimed at the latter. The individual responsible for ensuring the GR GT moves through the air efficiently hinted at the possibility of a more powerful variant of the GR GT being released later. However, the phrase "growth of the car" and frequent references to the Porsche 911 GT3 during the engineering discussions suggest that while today’s GR GT targets the Porsche 911 GT3, a future variant may seek to compete with the GT3 RS, possibly incorporating active aerodynamics. Even if a variant doesn't include active aerodynamics, we can develop a solid idea of what a hotter, more RS-like GR GT variant might look like. Joel Feder The GR GT3 race car provides the framework. The front fenders have vents for air extraction, similar to the GT3 RS. The hood includes deep air vents where the street car’s intake sits, also resembling the GT3 RS. Additionally, the large racing wing mounted on swan necks mirrors the GT3 RS. Engineers noted that the race car's wing is structural, bolted directly to the chassis, which was visible through the rear window of the prototype GR GT3. The Toyota GR GT appears to be just the beginning of the automaker's ambitions for its new icon. Prepare your finances and adjust your 401k plans accordingly. Toyota covered travel expenses, lodging, and provided raw fish, which I definitely did not consume, to bring you this firsthand account. Have tips about upcoming products? Contact us at [email protected]

They can be found everywhere, spanning from affordable options to high-end vehicles. However, drivers didn't specifically request them.