Ergonomics, value, durability, reliability — the defining markers of a Toyota. Its not-so-little brother Lexus is hallmarked for its quality, comfort, and luxury. The Toyota Motor Corporation has catered to every niche of the automotive industry for decades: developing everything from the stalwart alternative-fuel commuter to the roving overlander. We have even seen them dominate the sports-car segment with Supras, Celicas, and SC 400s, oh my! But there was one angle the seasoned Manufacturer had yet to explore: the supercar.
Sunday morning, nine o’clock. The Hakone Skyline shines in the distance, backlit by the morning’s rays. Breathtaking as the scenery may be, it is not accompanied by the tranquil sounds of the surrounding flora and fauna. It seems as though nature has gone silent.
Until there, in the distance, a…