It is impossible for car enthusiasts who are involved in the modification circle not to have heard of JDM. In the current market where German high-performance brands are very popular, the Japanese brand’s official modification factory seems to be much more low-key. Today I will show you Take a look at what the original JDM from Japan looks like.

Toyota TRD SPORT Department

Toyota TRD (TOYOTA Racing Development), as a wholly-owned company of Toyota, has developed a wide variety of modification kits for Toyota's models, including Suspension systems, lightweight wheels, brakes, turbines, engine enhancements and other components are responsible for the modification and improvement of Toyota, Lexus, and Scion brands. TRD not only modifies Toyota's mass-produced cars, but also provides technical support for Toyota in world-class events. , its R&D capabilities and technical strength are second to none.

Toyota TMG Competition Department

TMG (TOYOTA Motorsport GmbH) was formerly known as TTE (TOYOTA Team Eorupe). As you can see from the name, TMG first served The competition department of the European market has stated that it will build TMG into a professional performance modification manufacturer like Mercedes-Benz AMG. TMG has a longer history than TRD. As early as 1979, TMG has been active in the WRC arena.

The main difference between TMG and TRD is that TMD is more focused on racing research and development and is responsible for the European market and vehicle research and development, while TRD is more focused on the upgrade of the overall package, so in terms of accessory selection, TRD far exceeds TMD in quantity.

TOM'S

TOM'S was founded in 1974. It encountered the oil crisis just after its establishment. Although the business did not go smoothly, the two entrepreneurs promptly set their sights on the direction of automobile competition and started After research and development, TOM'S was funded and acquired by Toyota. The development process can be said to be exactly the same as that of Mercedes-Benz AMG. The purpose of TOM'S is to improve the technical support of Toyota models in racing competitions. He is a pure track fanatic.

GR?sport

Toyota’s GR department was planned and founded by Akio Toyoda, the eldest grandson of the Toyota Group. After the establishment of the GR department, Akio Toyoda first launched the dream supercar Lexus LFA, the Lexus LFA priced at US$400,000, is limited to 500 units and is available while supplies last, creating the best among Japanese brands. GR is also divided into grades internally: GR?Sport＜GR＜GRMN

GR?Sport is actually some exterior or interior kits that are more decorative than performance improvement.

GR can be regarded as an official light modification. There is no ambiguity in the areas where the knife should be used. Whether it is appearance or power, it has its real effect and has a very obvious performance improvement.

GRMN is the representative of the official magic modification. Whether it is appearance or power, it is a complete monster. Moreover, GRMN has registered a trademark in North America, and it seems that it will show off its skills in the future.

Every major manufacturer has its own leading performance brand, so do you know if Mazda, which has always been known as a "niche", has a standard modification brand? Does Mazda have as many black technologies as they say? Are rotary engines really banned from racing because they are too powerful? Follow me and I will take you to know more interesting car history.

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