When it comes to the JDM hall of fame, nothing makes the blood boil more than two letters followed by two digits: AE-freaking-86. Blame the Initial D anime series or the JDM scene, but one thing is ...
Much like how the Mk4 Toyota Supra became famous from the original Fast and Furious movie, the original AE86 Toyota Corolla gained a lot of its popularity from the manga comic Initial D and its ...
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The enduring legacy of Initial D in anime and car culture

Doing​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ one of those things, but not making a mistake, and also imagining a panda-colored Toyota AE86 drifting ...
The Toyota AE86 Sprinter Trueno is one of the most desirable Japanese classic cars from the ’80s, further popularized by its appearance in the “Initial D” street racing manga and anime series, as well ...
There are watches that tell time, and there are watches that tell a story. Seiko’s new limited-edition chronograph manages to do both. Yet it goes further, weaving a high-octane tribute to one of ...
Everyone knows the Toyota AE86 the corner-carving drift-toy of Initial D fanboys everywhere, but it advertised a top speed of 201 kph (125 mph). That sounds reasonable, but owner banpei wanted to know ...
Lego has always cultivated the spirit of creativity, and MOCs (My Own Creation) are where it bears fruition. Created from standard bricks, these custom builds have spawned in countless forms over the ...
An engaging anime doesn't always need superpowered heroes and giant titans. Sometimes, you just need pulse-pounding street racing action, and that's something "Initial D" has done incredibly well over ...
Shibukawa City in Gunma Prefecture, Japan has sponsored taxis inspired by the prominent cars from the Initial D anime and manga series. As part of the city’s tourism campaign, three cars be available ...
If you've ever wondered if 80s JDM sports cars can make it through a thousand-mile journey in one piece, this iconic Corolla might just hold the answer. Flaunting the renowned reliability of old ...
I hear it before I see it, an insistent revving cutting through the 7am calm of Hollywood Road. At this hour, the historic Hong Kong street is the realm of street cleaners and the occasional dog ...