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Jan 8, 2025 | 
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Next Chapter > Welcome to 2025! As always, January kicks off the Speedhunting year with a strong focus on Japanese car culture, especially with the Tokyo Auto Salon just days away. And we’re going big this year. But before we get stuck into Japan’s largest aftermarket tuning show and all the car gatherings surrounding it, let’s start with a tradition that’s been firmly cemented over the last decade: the unofficial New Year Meet at Daikoku Parking Area.
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Dec 23, 2024 | 
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Next Chapter > Power. That’s the word that sums it up as I take you on one final visit to two incredibly special cars Alec and I shot during our Speedhunting trip to the Philippines. It didn’t take long to realize that when it comes to tuning and building cars, our Filipino friends don’t do things by halves.
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Dec 6, 2024 | 
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CAR FEATURE By TheSpeedhunters and Dino Dalle Carbonare Next Chapter > 2024 IntroForty-one years after its debut, there aren’t too many ways the Toyota AE86 hasn’t been modified. Virtually every possible variation has been explored, from street, rally and circuit builds to drag and drift setups, with engine swaps ranging from rotary and inline-sixes to even V8 conversions.
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Nov 24, 2024 | 
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Next Chapter > Ever since the Ferrari 296 GTB was first revealed in 2021, I’ve been a big fan. I remember the initial negativity against the idea of a twin-turbo V6, but to me, it felt like a perfect fit for the more entry-level vibe of the car. Plus, it links back to the Dino and the V6 engine powering that baby Ferrari that wasn’t even badged as one. The Dino was criticized when new, too, but it’s now a true collectable that has appreciated tremendously over the years.
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Nov 18, 2024 | 
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Next Chapter > If you’re a long-time Speedhunters reader, you’ll know that I have a deep fascination with car spaces. I’m always excited to see how enthusiasts from around the world blend their love for cars with their passion for architecture. I’ve made a point to visit as many private car-centric spaces as possible since first checking out Chiba-san’s home in Tokyo in 2020. While some have been off-limits to my camera, others have not.
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Nov 14, 2024 | 
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2024 IntroFor many in Japan, mid-November signals that winter is just around the corner. For a select few, however, it marks the countdown to the start of a new time attack racing season. In just a few weeks, Tsukuba Circuit will host the second HKS Hiper Challenge meet of 2024 – the first major time attack event of the 2024/2025 season. If the weather holds, fast lap times on the legendary TC2000 course are all but guaranteed.
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Nov 10, 2024 | 
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Next Chapter > For me, patience isn’t about the ability to wait; it’s about how you approach the wait. It’s been two years since my last Project 964 update, and a lot has happened since. After addressing the water ingress issues that required the entire interior carpeting and foam to be pulled out, the 31-year-old 911 had more unwanted surprises for me. But it’s how I handled those challenges that allowed me to keep moving forward.
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
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Next Chapter > While many car shows strive to outdo themselves with each annual event, gatherings like Kustomfest in Indonesia remain focused on celebrating the vibrant custom car and bike culture unique to their region. This festival fosters local scenes and elevates smaller shops and builders. It’s reminiscent of the Mooneyes Hot Rod Custom Show in Yokohama, which, for decades, has showcased the best Japan has to offer.
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Oct 31, 2024 | 
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2024 IntroIt’s always fun to look into the lighthearted side of global car culture. And when you can also show what can be achieved at the extreme end of the customizing spectrum, that often leads to unique feature cars. Or, in this case, a truck. While JDM kei pickups are designed for hauling small loads around Japan, with a little out-of-the-box thinking, they can be so much more. Back in 2014, Dino showed us a crazy build from Hello Special based on the pint-sized Suzuki Carry platform.
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Oct 25, 2024 | 
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2024 IntroThink supercar wide-body kits and one name springs to mind: Liberty Walk. While the Nagoya-based company got its start more than 30 years ago, it’s been over the last decade that Liberty Walk has become a household name in the car community. That’s no surprise, given its founder’s penchant for cutting up rare cars for overfender conversions. Wataru Kato definitely doesn’t do things by halves.
