For the first time, Takumi can’t rely on out-braking his opponent. The Cappuccino is a literal "mountain pass specialist" that out-corners the AE86 on the tightest bends.

To close the gap, Takumi is forced to use the "Blind Attack," turning off his headlights to vanish from Sakamoto's mirrors and use the sound of the engine alone to gauge his position. Why This Episode Matters

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In a series where the AE86 is usually the underdog, the tables have turned. Takumi is facing Sakamoto and his Suzuki Cappuccino—a car so light and nimble it makes the "Eight-Six" look like a heavyweight.