BMW

adro

“Not For Everybody” is a hit with fans.

Adro is a body parts brand that has suddenly gained attention after being adopted by BMW tuner giant Study. The brand was officially announced at the Auto Salon this year, and of course, the G82 M4 was among the models. In addition to the body parts that were first released in Japan, this limited edition model also features a wider body. The fenders, with flowing lines connecting the wider kidney grille design, are very impressive.

BMW Japan

Accentuating the spice of M Performance

Every year at the Auto Salon, BMW directly expresses the “pleasure of driving.” Specifically, the core of this is the M models and numerous M performance parts. This year, BMW exhibited the i5 Touring M60, M2 Coupe, M4 Coupe, and the M5, which is making its first appearance in Japan. All of them were equipped with M performance parts. As an example, this M5 is equipped with parts totaling 2.52 million yen, including aero parts for the front, rear, and side of the body, as well as wheels.

DUNLOP

M tuning suitable for SPORT MAXX RS

The M2 Dunlop Custom was exhibited as a car worthy of the performance and worldview of Dunlop’s flagship tire, the SPORT MAXX RS. It features an adro body kit and KW V3 suspension. It’s a tuning car that combines brands to enhance its finish, including a Cusco roll cage. The Volk Racing G025LC tires are 285/30R20 in the front and 295/30R20 in the rear.

AS FORGED

A new option for machined forged wheels

AS Forged is an up-and-coming wheel brand that uses high-quality 6061-T forged material and manufactures its wheels on a 10,000-ton press. It is the Autostrada brand’s forged monoblock line. They also have a detailed custom-made system in place for wheels ranging from 18 to 22 inches. A total of 11 types were on display at the venue, from the 101 to 111 series. The M2 was displayed as a symbol of the brand. This one was made by importer Abe Shokai and was fitted with a 109 wheel with a mesh design that looks very much like it was machine-forged.

end.cc

Smartly embrace the joy of driving

end.cc, which pays homage to BMW’s M models, has a Reverence line based on the concept of “wearing M.” This time, the G81 M3 Touring and G87 M2 Coupe have arrived. The menu includes a front lip, side spoilers, a diffuser, and a trunk spoiler. A sports grille is also fitted to tighten up the look. The M2 Coupe is a new model, and is a complete car that harmonizes with a Remus muffler, KW V3 coilovers, BBS FI-R wheels, and more.

Hashimoto Corp.

The royal road and pinnacle that strikes a chord with people

The Akrapovic exhaust system (slip-on line), rear diffuser, and rear wing are attracting attention. They seem to symbolize Akrapovic’s move beyond the realm of exhaust manufacturers to also produce body parts. The suspension is KW’s top-of-the-line V5 Clubsport, and the wheels are BBS Germany’s CI-R Unlimited. In this way, Hashimoto Corporation’s M2 is a masterpiece that incorporates classic and top-of-the-line parts.

BBS Japan

Fortega is perfect for SUVs and BEVs

In developing the Fortega wheels (FL), which were featured in the Porsche section, road tests were conducted on the iX3. The wheels used at the media test drive event at the end of 2024 were then unveiled at the venue. The wheels are 21 inches in size both front and rear, which is one inch larger than the original M Sport wheels, but the unsprung weight is said to be approximately 22 kg lighter. The distinctive BBS cross spokes, where adjacent spokes intersect, are still in good condition, and blend beautifully with the BMW.

TOYO TIRES

The optimal solution from a long-established professional shop: PROCESS SPORTS 2

Toyo Tires exhibited a G82 M4 built by the long-established professional shop Auto Styling Shop Dolt. The tires were Proxes Sport 2. The tires were mounted on BBS FI-R Evo wheels, with 275/35R19 front and 285/30R20 rear. Proxes Sport 2 is a brand that has been highly praised in recent years by Takeshi Yoshida, a representative of Dolt and an expert on high-performance tires. He gives his stamp of approval, saying that the tires will easily support the well-trained M4 and provide a comfortable ride.

REPORT/Daichi NAKAMIGAWA, Mai AGENOSONO

PHOTO/Nina NAKAJIMA, Keigo YAMAMOTO

MAGAZINE/ GENROQ March 2025 issue