: It pits "street racers" against "pro-level graduates," raising the stakes of the series' core philosophy.
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Fans often point to this arc as a highlight because it marks a shift toward . Unlike earlier races that relied on Takumi's raw talent, the battle introduced in this chapter involves:
: The manga's art effectively captures the tension and the mechanical details of the cars, such as Tomoyuki's professional racing suit and the modified Honda Civic.
: The team is blindsided when Ryosuke decides to have Takumi drive the downhill, even though Keisuke had faster practice times.