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Sidewinder

High-level team in Kanagawa, with strong structure and resources.

Kanagawa (Bay Area)

Team History

Elite team from Kanagawa founded by Go Hojo, known for their professional structure and resources. They are considered one of the strongest teams in the region.

Philosophy

Professionalism and resources. Victory is achieved with proper preparation and resources.

Team Members

Go Hojo

Go Hojo

Go • Team Leader y Piloto de Subida
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Style: Professional and calculating

The professional leader of Sidewinder, Go is an experienced driver who uses resources and technology to win. His Honda NSX NA1 is the demonstration car of Japanese power in climbs.

Achievements:
Leader ofl Sidewinder Most professional driver in the series Advanced technology specialist Master of climbs
Raw power and speed en subidas Professional and calculating
Fun Facts:
  • • He is the most professional driver in the series
  • • Uses advanced technology to win
  • • Has a very calculating approach to driving

Vehicle

Honda NSX
Go's NSX
Chassis: NA1
Engine: C30A
Power: 280 HP
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
Transmission: 5-speed Manual
Year: 1990
Modifications:
Adjustable suspension Racing Brakes Slick Tires Rear Wing Body kit Sport exhaust system Improved intake system
Rin Hojo

Rin Hojo

Shinigami • Team Defense Driver
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Style: Technical and precise

Known as Shinigami, Rin is Go Hojo's brother and is part of the team's defensive line. His Skyline GT-R BNR32 is perfect for controlling and defending the team's positions.

Achievements:
Sidewinder defense driver Control technique specialist Brother and ally of Go Hojo
Defense and control techniques Technical and precise
Fun Facts:
  • • Is Go Hojo's brother
  • • Known as Shinigami (God of Death)
  • • Defense technique specialist

Vehicle

Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec II
Rin's R32
Chassis: BNR32
Engine: RB26DETT
Power: 280 HP
Drivetrain: All-wheel Drive (4WD)
Transmission: 5-speed Manual
Year: 1994
Modifications:
Adjustable suspension Racing Brakes Slick Tires Rear Wing Body kit Improved turbo Traction control system Sport exhaust system
Shinji Inui

Shinji Inui

Shinji • Downhill Driver
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Style: Precise and technical

The youngest driver of Sidewinder, Shinji is a promising driver who constantly learns. His 2-door AE86 belonged to his late father and is very manageable in curves and descents.

Achievements:
Team's promising driver Curves and descents specialist Guardian of family legacy
Curve driving y bajadas Precise and technical
Fun Facts:
  • • He's the youngest on the team
  • • Has a more technical style than Go
  • • Is very promising

Vehicle

Toyota Sprinter Trueno GT-APEX
Shinji's AE86
Chassis: AE86 (2 puertas)
Engine: 4A-GEU
Power: 130 HP
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
Transmission: 5-speed Manual
Year: 1986
Modifications:
Adjustable suspension Racing Brakes Racing Tires Sports Exhaust Improved intake system

References

Sidewinder - Initial D Wiki ↗