Gunma (touring the Kanto region)

Project D

Ryosuke's project to conquer the mountain passes. A team with clearly defined roles for uphill and downhill runs.

Profile

Team History

A project founded by Ryosuke Takahashi after the Akagi RedSuns disbanded. The goal is to create the ultimate drifting team by combining Ryosuke's technique, Keisuke's speed and Takumi's natural talent.

Roster

Team Members

3 drivers

Ryosuke Takahashi

Ryosuke Takahashi

Director and Strategist

  • Ryosuke
  • FC3S
Takumi Fujiwara

Takumi Fujiwara

Downhill Specialist

  • Takumi
  • AE86
Keisuke Takahashi

Keisuke Takahashi

Uphill Specialist

  • Keisuke
  • FD3S

Telemetry

Driver dossiers

Sheet per driver

01 Mazda Savanna RX-7

Mazda Savanna RX-7

Ryosuke Takahashi

Ryosuke Takahashi

“The White Comet of Akagi” · Director and Strategist

The brains behind Project D, Ryosuke is a brilliant strategist who analyses every race to perfect the team's technique. His white FC3S is the most technically advanced car of them all.

Technical analysis and strategy Precise and calculating

Vehicle

Chassis
FC3S
Engine
13B-T Single Turbo
Power
280 hp
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
5-speed manual
Year
1990

Modifications

  • Adjustable suspension
  • Racing brakes
  • Slick tyres
  • Rear wing
  • Body kit
  • Data analysis system

Achievements

  • Founder of Project D
  • The team's chief strategist
  • Uphill specialist
  • Creator of the data analysis system

Fun facts

  • He studied medicine at university
  • He is a genius at data analysis
  • He builds computer simulations of the races
  • He has a mobile lab for real-time analysis
02 Toyota Sprinter Trueno GT-APEX

Toyota Sprinter Trueno GT-APEX

Takumi Fujiwara

Takumi Fujiwara

“Takumi” · Downhill Specialist

Project D's star driver, Takumi has a natural talent for drifting that perfectly complements Ryosuke's technique. His AE86 is legendary for the way it handles on the downhill.

Drifting through tight corners and downhill runs Natural and instinctive

Vehicle

Chassis
AE86
Engine
4A-GEU
Power
130 hp
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
5-speed manual
Year
1986

Modifications

  • TRD suspension
  • TRD brakes
  • Racing tyres
  • Sports exhaust
  • Upgraded cooling system

Achievements

  • Project D's downhill specialist
  • Mastery of drifting through tight corners
  • Defeats multiple elite teams
  • Natural, instinctive drifting technique

Fun facts

  • He delivers tofu every morning
  • He secretly learned to drive from his father
  • He has no interest in racing until he meets Natsuki
  • His technique is entirely instinctive
03 Mazda Efini RX-7 Type R

Mazda Efini RX-7 Type R

Keisuke Takahashi

Keisuke Takahashi

“Keisuke” · Uphill Specialist

Project D's uphill specialist, Keisuke is the most aggressive driver on the team. His yellow FD3S is instantly recognisable for its power and speed on the climbs.

Speed and power on the uphill Aggressive and direct

Vehicle

Chassis
FD3S
Engine
13B-REW Twin Turbo Sequential
Power
280 hp
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
5-speed manual
Year
1993

Modifications

  • Adjustable suspension
  • Racing brakes
  • Slick tyres
  • Rear wing
  • Body kit
  • Upgraded turbo
  • Upgraded cooling system

Achievements

  • Project D's uphill specialist
  • The most aggressive driver on the team
  • Takumi's main rival
  • Specialist in uphill techniques

Fun facts

  • He is the most hot-headed member of the team
  • He has a friendly rivalry with Takumi
  • He is very popular with girls
  • His car is the flashiest on the team

Sources

References

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