From the Latest Electric Mobility to Dream Supercars: New Models from Domestic and International Automakers Gather at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse on May 30-31
The automotive media outlet 'Le Volant' will hold its 16th annual open event, 'LE VOLANT CARS MEET 2026 YOKOHAMA,' on May 30th and 31st at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse. The event will feature numerous new models from domestic and international manufacturers, including the yet-to-be-officially-released Nissan Elgrand and BYD RACCO. In addition to vehicle displays, it offers a variety of interactive experiences such as test drives and a demonstration of Subaru's 'EyeSight' technology. With talk shows by motor journalists, it's an event for the whole family to enjoy.
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The 16th annual open event of the automotive media 'Le Volant,' 'LE VOLANT CARS MEET 2026 YOKOHAMA,' will be held over the weekend of Saturday, May 30th, and Sunday, May 31st, at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse event plaza and surrounding areas in the Minato Mirai district of Yokohama. On the day, a multitude of the latest models from both domestic and international automobile manufacturers will gather at the venue, including the new Nissan Elgrand and BYD RACCO, which are just about to have their official domestic release, as well as the recently announced Honda Super-ONE and new Mazda CX-5. In addition to being able to see and touch the cars up close at the main event plaza, the ever-popular test drive corner will be available. Participants can get behind the wheel themselves to experience the driving feel of the latest models they are interested in, accompanied by an instructor. Various experiential demonstrations will also be held at the venue, such as the Subaru 'EyeSight' experience, famous for its 'car that doesn't crash!', a hill-climbing experience with a Mitsubishi 4WD vehicle, and a BBS wheel comparison test drive. On the main stage, a diverse program will be implemented, including talk sessions by motor journalists active in Le Volant such as Kazuo Shimizu, Masamichi Ishii, Shintaro Watanabe, Yumi Yoshida, Kei Takeoka, and Tomoko Fujishima, in-depth explanations of new models with manufacturer representatives, and a car photography course by photographer Daijiro Kori, who is also active in the magazine. With fulfilling kids' programs like a stamp rally to get mini-cars, the whole family can enjoy the entire day. Details of the event program, including the lineup of display and test drive cars, will be updated sequentially on the dedicated page of the website, so please check it. [Event Official Website] https://levolant.jp/lvcm2026_yokohama/ [Event Name] 'LE VOLANT CARS MEET 2026 YOKOHAMA' [Date and Time] May 30 (Sat), 31 (Sun), 2026 10:00-17:00 [Venue] Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Event Plaza / Red Brick Park, etc. (1-1 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa) [Event Outline] - Exhibition of the latest models from domestic and international automakers - Exhibition of domestic and international auto-related products - Test drives of the latest domestic and international models - Demonstrations of the latest technology - Commentary on exhibition cars by motor journalists - Talk shows by motor journalists and personalities - Sales of car-related goods, etc. Participating Motor Journalists (planned) Top row: from left, Kazuo Shimizu, Masamichi Ishii, Shintaro Watanabe Bottom row: from left, Yumi Yoshida, Kei Takeoka, Tomoko Fujishima [Main Exhibiting Brands] Honda, Honda Access, Lexus, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Suzuki, Toyota GR, Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, BYD, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Citroën, Defender, Fiat, Hyundai, Jeep, Lamborghini, Lotus, Maserati, McLaren, Peugeot, Range Rover, Renault, Volkswagen, Volvo, Vespa, Shell, Dunlop, BBS, Brembo, JAF (as of May 18, brand names listed without honorifics) [Supported by] Yokohama City / Yokohama Convention & Visitors Bureau / FM Yokohama [Organized by] Geibunsha Co., Ltd. [Contact] Geibunsha Co., Ltd. Le Volant Editorial Department Tel: 03-5992-2055 Email: lv@geibunsha.co.jp