Was browsing automesse.jp and came across an article I was sure was just satire. Use auto translate in chrome or other.
https://www.webcartop.jp/2017/01/63354
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"Toyota announced the aluminum tape at the timing of last year's 86 model change. By pasting this on the car, it is an item that can bring out the original performance that the car has, such as aerodynamic improvement. It became a hot topic on the net, showing a fever that the aluminum tape disappears from Toyota dealers and home centers."
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So, Toyota is selling aluminum tape for owners to put on various parts, claiming to reduce electrostatic buildup around the car which they claim results in better stability. I started to laugh as this was definitely a joke, but then reading around it seems that they are serious about it, and actually stock the aluminum tape parts on toyota/lexus parts websites.