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THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION.

PLEASE DRIVE SAFE AND FOLLOW THE RULES.

(Initial D Final Stage)

So scary.

Mom...

Mom.

Mr. Hojo praised me again yesterday.

Everyone says that I'm great.

None of the members of Mr. Hojo's team can catch up with me.

Is that so?

Right, mom.

This is something to be proud of, right?

It's my first time being praised by someone older than me.

This is a good thing,

but you need to accept it humbly, Shin.

You can't be complacent.

There are many people in this world who are faster than you.

Maybe.

Anyway, I'm really happy.

I never thought about being number one.

But everyone just can't keep up with my speed.

Mom, I heard...

there is a big road race coming up.

Mr. Hojo said he might let me participate.

A road race?

Yes, but...

Every time Mr. Hojo mentions this race,

he becomes very scary.

The normally gentle Mr. Hojo seems to become another person.

I don't like this.

So actually...

I don't really want to participate.

Mom is right.

There are many people faster than me.

I'm not ready yet.

I shouldn't have participated.

I don't want to do this anymore.

I want to escape.

(Episode 4: Dream)

Is it...

No, I must be right.

I don't want...

I don't want...

In that case...

I still have a chance.

Just as I expected,

your lifeblood is the racing route.

If you're the type of driver who can only be fast on a set route,

you'll get weak when you can't drive on that route.

Following you allowed me to notice this.

Don't blame me.

This method is a bit rough,

but I won't crash into your car.

I was overtaken!

I actually got overtaken on this road!

They showed up.

Those wings...

The front wheels feel weird.

But...

The low-speed section is just ahead.

If it's in the technical contest area,

my car is also well-tuned for that.

I can pass there with my focus even if not using that "move".

There won't be a second round.

Just received bad news.

Shinji was overtaken at the hairpin no.2.

It's too late to say this now,

but

we must admit that we underestimated Takumi Fujiwara.

The fact that he was so close to Shinji during the turn was already shocking,

he even managed to overtake Shinji...

I never thought of it.

Shinji probably feels the same way.

I'm glad I let that kid participate.

Only Takumi Fujiwara could push Shinji this far.

He may not have realized it,

but he has a strong passion for racing.

If he becomes aware of this,

plus his long-time experience, he could race at his own will.

Mom...

I don't know when I became so complacent.

I got swooned by the compliments.

What a disgrace.

To be surpassed by such a fast opponent so easily,

I'm so ashamed of myself.

The spectators must be having a good time.

I actually wanted to be a hero.

I'm not cut out for that at all.

Indeed...

I'm just an ordinary person.

I'm so unremarkable, yet so arrogant.

I'm just an unpopular kid among girls.

That's me.

Shinji Inui.

But I...

I really...

This is the only thing... I don't want to lose to others.

Because I'm more familiar with this road than anyone else.

This is my only strength.

Only this race...

All the masters we know

keep their foot on the pedal when decelerating before cornering.

So that you can directly enter the corner when the load is still on the front wheels.

Strictly speaking, when cornering,

to decelerate in the first half of the corner and accelerate in the second,

there will be changes in speed.

But Shinji

doesn't change his speed

from entering to exiting the corner.

This kind of driving style

makes all the grip of the tires lateral.

Theoretically, this can achieve the fastest cornering speed.

Brother, wait a minute.

Do you mean

the biggest advantage of this style is not speed...

Yes, its advantage lies in the tires.

Tires...

I kind of get it.

When cornering with the brake,

the entire car's weight will be shifted on the front wheel on the outside.

In contrast, the cornering method with consistent speed

can disperse the load evenly on the tires during cornering.

Downhill racing inherently puts a lot of pressure on the front wheels.

Even if driving at the same speed,

as long as the tire wear isn't too severe,

this will become a huge advantage towards the end of the race.

Not good.

There is a dangerous vibe coming from behind me.

He lost his will to fight momentarily,

but he's picked himself up now.

Damn it.

I need to stay focused.

If I lose my focus, he'll overtake me.

I've practiced many times at the technical contest area.

Try to overtake me there.

They've passed the diverging curve. Fujiwara is currently in the lead.

Things are looking good now.

The race will finish soon.

I really hope it can stay like this till the end.

By the way,

something inexplicable has been happening today.

They changed positions three times.

It's really weird for a race.

How can they overtake each other so many times

on this narrow mountain road without a straight path?

This shows that driving theories don't work on them.

If they think they can't do it, they will really be at a dead end.

Always thinking about where to overtake will leave you no chance to overtake.

The determination to overtake regardless

is the key to successful overtaking.

When you have that mindset, all bends can be used to overtake.

All bends...

can be used to overtake...

At least that's the case

for the two of them right now.

It can't be explained in words,

but that's the reality.

The front wheel's grip has...

His control has weakened.

He's started to show faults.

There might be a chance.

No, I have to attack.

I must overtake him.

They've collided!

If my guess is correct,

the way Shinji Inui corners

relies on his uncommon familiarity with the bends.

Even if they drive at the same speed and wear the tires in the same way,

even Fujiwara can't take the corners like he does.

I think Fujiwara should be struggling with understeer now.

Understeer caused by front wheel wear.

It can't be controlled no matter how good the skills are.

The only way is to slow down when entering the corners.

Although it's difficult,

it doesn't mean we have no chance.

The final trump card

is the high RPM zone...

But this requires a change in thought and speed adjustment.

An ordinary driver might not be able to do it.

But if it's him...

Listen to me, Fujiwara.

What I'm about to say is very important, make sure you listen carefully.

Installed in the heart of the 86 is this 20-valve 4A-G modified engine.

It's an ultra-high revving engine that can easily surpass 10,000 RPM.

But,

since the start of the "Project D" expedition,

Matsumoto and I decided

to make some modifications to the horsepower output characteristics of this engine.

We made the torque coarser in the mid-RPM range,

so its horsepower output has become smoother than before.

This is the result of balancing the engine's durability and combat power.

So even if you step on the throttle to the max

and reach the high RPM zone, the horsepower won't be as abundant as before.

I have set the RPM limit to 9000.

For all your races so far.

But this time, I'm going to unlock the high RPM zone that I have sealed.

This doesn't mean that just by increasing the RPM, the car will definitely speed up, yes?

It depends on the situation at the time.

Let me explain now how to use it.

(Initial D Final Stage)

(Initial D Final Stage)

The exhaust sound is very close.

They are coming.

Here they come.

Here they are...

I... can't make the turn.

Takumi has been overtaken.

How could it be...

It happened right in front of us...

But isn't that too far?

He actually hit from the side.

That's true.

But Takumi let him easily get inside,

this in itself is very unusual.

For some reason, Takumi can't control his 86.

The fastest cornering speed in North Kanto,

that invincible high speed drift...

cannot be performed now?

This is just despairing.

How could this happen?

It can't be.

How could Takumi lose?

He won't lose.

He's not going to lose.

I will never admit it.

He...

Takumi...

He will definitely find a way to win.

Heck.

He overtook me.

Even if we have a second round, I won't stand a chance with these tires.

This doesn't mean that just by increasing the RPM, the car will definitely speed up, yes?

It depends on the situation at the time.

I'll explain to you now how to use it.

Indeed.

Even if the RPM exceeds 10,000, the horsepower will not increase.

But if the RPM is raised,

it can expand the defensive range of each gear set.

If the opponent hesitates a bit when shifting gears,

and you can seize the opportunity to rush out,

you could gain from 0.3 to 0.4 seconds.

Perhaps it could get half a car length ahead.

In a race close to the limits,

there must be a section where you can take advantage of this.

You have to find this spot in today's practice.

But this should only be the last resort.

The pressure on the engine is too much.

If it's not necessary, don't use it.

Now, I can only attack.

I want to challenge once more.

You have to hold on,

my 86.

This is the place.

No way.

He actually went there.

He turned off the headlights.

I've never heard about this trick.

Don't get in my way.

The rear wheels still have grip.

If it's about cornering speed, I won't lose.

This place is too narrow.

I can't find a line.

But...

I don't want to lose.

I have to step on the accelerator.

Next...

It's the last corner.

I'm sorry,

for letting you implement that strategy.

No,

it was entirely my mistake.

I pushed it over the limit.

I over-revved the engine.

When the 86's engine blew and it spun out, you released the clutch

to regain the tires' grip.

Did the result come down the experience of dogfight?

It should be my determination to win.

It gave the 86 something like a consciousness.

It sacrificed itself for me at the final moment.

Takumi.

Takumi, you won.

You truly are the hero of Gunma.

Nah.

Sorry.

I couldn't...

I couldn't become a hero.

That's okay.

Yeah, you did great today.

Nobody will blame you.

I'm glad you are okay.

This loss will turn into an experience for Shinji

and help him grow significantly.

To become faster.

And stronger.

Will this car be scrapped?

It's a bit sad, but this is already the best ending.

This car is like Takumi's hands and feet.

It accompanied him through numerous races.

Let it retire quietly without any defeat.

This should be the best ending for this car.

Is this the only way?

It makes me feel sad.

Um...

Can I keep this car at home?

I'll slowly repair it with my own salary.

But as Yuichi said, its time is over.

I'm not going to use it for races.

I just want to be with it.

I can understand your feelings.

If you insist...

Great.

Takumi, that was a great hit.

You did better, Mika.

You seem like you're already going full throttle.

I'm not even close.

Nah.

Your skill is improving.

You're already much better than before.

Don't tell anyone yet.

Some professional teams have already approached Keisuke and Fujiwara.

Really?

They are amazing.

If they can achieve great success,

it will be a great stimulus for us too.

Dreams have no end.

The true meaning of the "Project D" will still continue, right?

Ryosuke, am I right?

I am going to announce here.

I want to go into professional racing.

Keisuke, you will definitely succeed.

I'm sure of that.

You jerk.

It's your turn to drive today.

This is what you should eat.

Yes...

The sun is about to set.

What is this feeling of loneliness?

This unforgettable summer is about to end.

Kaori.

Ryosuke, what is your dream?

I want to nurture world-class racers

on the mountain roads of Gunma

and lead them to the vast world.

I want to continue to discover those unpolished gems

and nurture them into phenomenal racers.

This is what the "D" stands for in "Project D".

I call it the "DREAM".

Ryosuke.

I'm so glad to have met you.

You have also met your own companions.

Goodbye, Kaori.

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