How a Criminal Became the Drift King

Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары

#AE86 #drift #jdm
From a rebellious teenager street racing in the quiet hours of Japan’s winding touge,
To a world class driver standing atop podiums around the world.
This is the story of that man.
Someone who changed the world by turning his wheels the other direction,
Took risks others weren’t willing to take,
And left a legacy that will last for generations to come.
This is the story of Keiichi Tsuchiya,
The Drift King.
This is THE SQUIDD, a channel devoted to telling boring stories BOLDLY. Automotive icons, car company calamities, supercar legends and underdog heroes. All told through the lens of The Squidd, automotive content creator famous for being a dude with bad hair.
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Credits:
Writer: Ken Steinberger
Editor: Dhananjay Singh
Music used in order of appearance:
Eupheme by Ben Elson
Kebnekaise by Czar Donic
Rise of the Velcro by Gabriel Lewis
Dark Fox by ELFL
Bionic by Gruber
Unknown Reality by Dvine
On The Knife by Future Joust
No Leads by Ian Post
Sweet Violet by Yi Nantrio
Fortitude by Lance Conrad
0:00 - One Man
1:41 - Usui Pass
3:11 - Rider Kunimitsu
6:53 - Four Whole Years
9:11 - Fuji Freshmen
10:34 - A Seat He Would Never Leave
12:52 - Having a Little Fun
14:54 - Ikaten
16:41 - A Heartbeat Heard Round the World

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  • @ddrnold
    @ddrnold7 ай бұрын

    You forgot to mention how he grew up delivering tofu for his father on the mountain pass and how his father taught him to improve his technique by putting a cup of water and telling him not to spill it.

  • @thisisachannelokayy8200

    @thisisachannelokayy8200

    5 ай бұрын

    familiar reference 🤔

  • @m.sakiryldrm6728

    @m.sakiryldrm6728

    5 ай бұрын

    I really dont know, is that real? Or just a small joke for the initial d?

  • @salv5203

    @salv5203

    5 ай бұрын

    ​@m.sakiryldrm6728 lol its a joke. He tried to demo it once and its very near impossible 😂

  • @CamaroAmx

    @CamaroAmx

    5 ай бұрын

    In real life, if he took the turn like a road racer he would make it down the mountain faster. Drifting is the slowest way around a corner.

  • @KitIsLit

    @KitIsLit

    5 ай бұрын

    @@CamaroAmx so the slowest way around the corner is going slow and the slowest way is going fast and geting the grip to accelerate hmmmm

  • @renmitsuru7272
    @renmitsuru7272 Жыл бұрын

    As a child growing up and watching INITIAL D and following Keiichi was an awesome thing.. Long live the Drift King.

  • @spyker_aileron

    @spyker_aileron

    10 ай бұрын

    damn... you really gonna make me go watch it again. :)

  • @RoyMillier

    @RoyMillier

    10 ай бұрын

    where i watch it (stage 2)

  • @astroidroach1873

    @astroidroach1873

    9 ай бұрын

    Glad someone said it 👍🏽

  • @Spartin500

    @Spartin500

    9 ай бұрын

    Exactly what I was thinking

  • @haadihassan7922

    @haadihassan7922

    9 ай бұрын

    I've started watching it again. our generation was something else, really,

  • @SpizzzYT
    @SpizzzYT Жыл бұрын

    imagine how crazy it was to see the first intentional drift

  • @adeelm9028

    @adeelm9028

    4 ай бұрын

    Just remember how you saw it the first time, lol

  • @IvanTutto

    @IvanTutto

    Ай бұрын

    Keiichi is not a criminal? The text on the video is really wrong

  • @dankmoon949

    @dankmoon949

    Ай бұрын

    ​@@IvanTutto dude he was a street racer that's not legal lmao

  • @IvanTutto

    @IvanTutto

    Ай бұрын

    @@dankmoon949 not legal doesn't means a criminal LMAO you need to study a lot

  • @dankmoon949

    @dankmoon949

    Ай бұрын

    @@IvanTutto didn't realize all of those underground drug/war lords running criminal operations weren't actually criminals my bad they weren't caught yet so they don't exist in all honesty tho if you engage in criminal activity you're a criminal it doesn't matter if you were caught or not

  • @exige.13
    @exige.13 Жыл бұрын

    To be honest, I’d never stop listening to these kinds of stories and documentaries. They’re very interesting to watch. Thanks for making this happen, Squidd.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Can’t do it without you watching, so thank you!

  • @syntheovaldy5173

    @syntheovaldy5173

    Ай бұрын

    fr, I just discovered the channel and subbed

  • @Pestiliance
    @Pestiliance Жыл бұрын

    R.I.P. Kunimitsu Takahashi. Thanks for inspiring such a Legend.

  • @TheOuroborosCycle

    @TheOuroborosCycle

    6 ай бұрын

    this comment deserves to have more likes tbh

  • @lancerfrom2007

    @lancerfrom2007

    5 ай бұрын

    Race in Peace, king. You never had a proper crown, but you built your own, the hachi-roku.

  • @giorgimoisov740

    @giorgimoisov740

    4 ай бұрын

    ​@@lancerfrom2007 hachi roku.

  • @JesusWillSaveYou
    @JesusWillSaveYou Жыл бұрын

    2nd place at Le Mans especially during those years is seriously impressive when you realize finishing the race itself is considered an accomplishment as most cars never cross the finish line at Le Mans. Just goes to show how good the Drift King really was.

  • @Shadowboost

    @Shadowboost

    Жыл бұрын

    Not to mention they should have won. Just bad luck getting the puncture

  • @boyinpyjamas

    @boyinpyjamas

    10 ай бұрын

    @@Shadowboost bad luck ? and what about other guys who didn't finish, they had good luck ? bruh its more like good luck thats all it was, you cant have such excuse in a race like that.

  • @xFlared

    @xFlared

    10 ай бұрын

    @@boyinpyjamas It's an endurance race not a skill race. Majority of contribution to a result is from engineering topped with discipline from the drivers to hold back driving aggression and laying a long term strategy.

  • @fourstarshit

    @fourstarshit

    7 ай бұрын

    @@boyinpyjamasits RELATIVE bad luck

  • @batmanbillions

    @batmanbillions

    2 ай бұрын

    The car that went flying carshing, was that gt academy gamer lad? jann mardenborough

  • @Fizz826
    @Fizz8268 ай бұрын

    The most influential person in the car and racing culture for me is Keiichi Tsuchiya. Since the late 90’s I’d buy Option videos and magazines in a Japanese supermarket called Yohan (Mitsuwa Today) to go home and analyze the technique and style in the Jdm car culture. Since then I’ve met him in Tokyo auto salons and racing events in Japan, along with Manabu Orido and Nobuteru Taniguchi. They’re all still involved in the car scene today also involved in development for car manufacturers and tire manufacturers. Giving enthusiast like me pointers and suggestions. I can’t be thankful enough for their passion and contribution.

  • @user-jw7su6zy7j
    @user-jw7su6zy7j5 ай бұрын

    Bruh wasnt racing he just passing racers while delivering tofu with a cup of water

  • @lightskincls
    @lightskincls Жыл бұрын

    This guy has the ability to make a boring story sound like an epic

  • @norwitch8649

    @norwitch8649

    Жыл бұрын

    and soo Interersting 🙌🙌👍👍

  • @williamschafer4948

    @williamschafer4948

    Жыл бұрын

    Lmao that’s the art of KZread my friend, seems like you gotta be a good storyteller to have a good channel

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    @@williamschafer4948 I think that's the art of all motion video mediums. You have to appreciate that someone is choosing to spend time watching what you make, so you better make it worth it to them. A huge part of it is respect for the viewer.

  • @aggrontube2345

    @aggrontube2345

    Жыл бұрын

    yeah but this wasnt a boring story

  • @elios7623

    @elios7623

    Жыл бұрын

    @@the.squidd based

  • @adityachampawat1414
    @adityachampawat1414 Жыл бұрын

    Keiichi Tsuchiya!!! The man who started it all! Thanks to him there’s this whole culture in our automotive community!

  • @blakelip3

    @blakelip3

    Жыл бұрын

    Well tbh Tsuchiya didn’t start it he learned the art from someone else

  • @blakelip3

    @blakelip3

    Жыл бұрын

    kzread.info/dash/bejne/mImLxpOsj5ytqJM.html

  • @mayuravirus6134

    @mayuravirus6134

    Жыл бұрын

    Much like vtuber the one popularized it is not the 1st one the 1st one that did it was Kunimitsu Takahashi he was a motorcycle racer turned driver sadly died of old age

  • @i8i03muhammadfarizb7

    @i8i03muhammadfarizb7

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mayuravirus6134 you're right the first Vtuber wasnt Kizuna Ai, but who popularized Vtuber was Kizuna Ai and she STARTED the Vtuber thing back then "Vtuber" term wasnt a thing until Kizuna Ai, Keiichi Tsuhciya is Kizuna Ai of Drifting, he wasnt the first to do it but he STARTED DRIFTING by popularized it. Like Vtuber, back when kunimitsu did it, the term "Drift" wasnt a thing, it was just his another driving technique to overcome oversteering because of the bad tires of the time, Tsuchiya on the other hand perfected the technique and make it more entertaining to watch with the handbrake technique, unlike kunimitsu who was just using the car momentum and speed to slide. FD is just a replica of D1, Gymkhana was ken's version of Pluspy, if he didnt start "Ikaten" D1 wont be born and FD wont exist therefore there wont be DRIFTING. it safe to say that he STARTED drifting.

  • @Carlos.Rivera

    @Carlos.Rivera

    Жыл бұрын

    And now some cars are overpriced for that matter...

  • @DonBMW
    @DonBMW7 ай бұрын

    "You need a vehicle you can trust, one that does what it's told and communicates back to the driver with solid inputs and delicate handling." This is exactly how I feel about my Honda S2000 and could not put it in words. Amazing story and great narrating. I think i''ll take my S2000 out for a drive and test my novice skills as I polish off my drifting skills in the open backroads.

  • @hahahahihihi1403

    @hahahahihihi1403

    8 күн бұрын

    s2000 will do anything but go sideways. wouldnt try it if i was you tbh its more likely to flip over than slide sidways

  • @DonBMW

    @DonBMW

    8 күн бұрын

    @@hahahahihihi1403 You kidding. It goes sideways amazingly. Especially AP1.

  • @hahahahihihi1403

    @hahahahihihi1403

    7 күн бұрын

    @@DonBMW no way

  • @hahahahihihi1403

    @hahahahihihi1403

    7 күн бұрын

    @@DonBMW do u have videos? i would love to see it maybe i just couldnt do it

  • @RotaryPoweredRX

    @RotaryPoweredRX

    7 күн бұрын

    ​@DonBMW id imagine drifting an s2000 on dry roads could be tricky

  • @E.h.a.n
    @E.h.a.n10 ай бұрын

    Recently I discovered this channel, and I've been binging since. This man's storytelling is unparalleled, haven't felt hype like this in a while. Almost shed a tear during the end, just stunning. Brilliant job covering car history and making it so damn interesting

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks for checking us out!

  • @E.h.a.n

    @E.h.a.n

    10 ай бұрын

    @@the.squidd no problem :)

  • @mpk927
    @mpk927 Жыл бұрын

    You. Are. A. Storytelling. God. This is what the automotive journalism industry desperately needs. True spiritual successor to Jeremy Clarkson & Co

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    I still have so much to learn and develop, only getting started here.

  • @drkilledbydeath87

    @drkilledbydeath87

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@the.squiddcan't wait to see where you go! Gonna be here with ya every step of the way. Can't get enough of your vids my dude!

  • @DR1V3R117

    @DR1V3R117

    Жыл бұрын

    Like me,my eyes lazy to read,but my ears love to listen.

  • @K5hK

    @K5hK

    Жыл бұрын

    Agree..

  • @emeraldbonsai

    @emeraldbonsai

    8 ай бұрын

    Not sure if I’d story telling god. But it’s good heavily influenced by speed running videos it seems though

  • @justintaylor9458
    @justintaylor9458 Жыл бұрын

    I met him at an event a few months ago in Hiroshima. He's much older now, but he's still got it.

  • @jboyhd8544

    @jboyhd8544

    9 ай бұрын

    I think the anime initial d was based off this guy

  • @Josh72769

    @Josh72769

    9 ай бұрын

    @@jboyhd8544 IT IS LITERALLY. if he didnt exist then uhh yeah....

  • @KevLP

    @KevLP

    8 ай бұрын

    ⁠@@Josh72769 without Keiichi the AE86 (especially the Trueno) would not be famous at all. And I think if it wasnt for him and the AE86, drifting most likely wouldn’t be famous too. This Guy left a huge impact on Motorsport and the Car Scene in general.

  • @Ab_linc
    @Ab_linc11 ай бұрын

    Imagine how fun it was to watch this man drift around people when no one else knew how or wut it was

  • @browie316
    @browie31611 ай бұрын

    I was glued to every second of that video. Thanks for sharing, awesome!

  • @RezboaDog
    @RezboaDog Жыл бұрын

    This was a magnificent tribute to the legend! I appreciate you giving Kunimitsu Takahashi his accolades as well. This channel is the bee's knees.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @tomasrafael5444

    @tomasrafael5444

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds like Phil Hartman on the 86 commercial

  • @codystokes1039
    @codystokes1039 Жыл бұрын

    Another "THE SQUIDD" W as per usual. Whenever I talk to people about passion, dedication, and love for a hobby, you're the first person I give as an example. Keep it up man! Love the content

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Cody, that means a lot. My goal from the start was to at least encourage a few others to have a spark of passion for these people and machines that mean so much to me.

  • @Jay-jb2vr

    @Jay-jb2vr

    Жыл бұрын

    *3Dbotmaker would like a word with you*

  • @averyscott284

    @averyscott284

    11 ай бұрын

    @@Jay-jb2vr Ik I'm late but I'd love to see that collab.

  • @balazsbujtas7229
    @balazsbujtas722922 күн бұрын

    truly beautiful. had me in tears man

  • @ChicaneMedia
    @ChicaneMedia11 ай бұрын

    Love this video so much. It really shows the whole history of Keiichi Tsuchiya and how drifting came to be. If there is one reason why I love cars and drifting it is because of this man right here. Tokyo Drift really solidified it for me and seeing him in that movie just wanted me to indulge deeper into the culture and be apart of it even in our current time when such activities are not as prevalent anymore

  • @thejoshuaarzu3159
    @thejoshuaarzu3159 Жыл бұрын

    As someone that is dangerously obsessed with learning how to slide right now, this video is a godsend.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Good luck! Drifting is just about the most fun I've ever had with a car. I hope to one day have a garage to build another drift car.

  • @thejoshuaarzu3159

    @thejoshuaarzu3159

    Жыл бұрын

    @@the.squidd Thanks man. Hope you get that garage!

  • @NSG-kc6zl

    @NSG-kc6zl

    Жыл бұрын

    If you’re struggling remember that pedal input is more important than steering, gas for more angle and brake for more grip

  • @thejoshuaarzu3159

    @thejoshuaarzu3159

    Жыл бұрын

    @@NSG-kc6zl appreciate the tip man. I will definitely try to keep it in mind

  • @Shadowboost

    @Shadowboost

    Жыл бұрын

    You can learn all about it from Drift Bible

  • @michael_wn
    @michael_wn Жыл бұрын

    On that last part you almost bring me to tears. All JDM fans should know that this man had an imensurable part on why you love thos cars and its culture. From car manufacturers to the fast and furious producers, all of them was influenced by this man, and so was us. Thank you for that video and God bless you and Keiichi Tsuchiya, the true and only Drift King.

  • @lilAckerman

    @lilAckerman

    Жыл бұрын

    Bruh I was getting choked up fr st the beginning & end 😅🤣😂😭

  • @jamalcarmichael2061
    @jamalcarmichael20617 ай бұрын

    Thanks for that Drift history lesson, really enjoyed it. Keep up the great work.

  • @arnoldp8962
    @arnoldp896211 ай бұрын

    20 minutes of goosebumps. This is by far the best KT documentary I have ever seen.

  • @advait4665
    @advait4665 Жыл бұрын

    your channel is among the very few channels that I genuinely love and I can sit through even hour or 2 hour-long videos... it is really informative and presented in a well-mannered way and it is never boring to watch these documentaries!

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    I do have ideas for really long docs, would love to see how the audience likes hearing a 1-hour long Group B documentary or something like that.

  • @whiskeymcmoonshine8646

    @whiskeymcmoonshine8646

    Жыл бұрын

    ​​@@the.squidd I would love to hear you talk about past racing series and the untold story lines of them, the different eras of racing as a hole are very intersting and to get an hour long vid with your level of detals and commentary would be an absolute dream.

  • @rouguedissidia

    @rouguedissidia

    Жыл бұрын

    I think we'd all love that! There's so many brackets to choose from even just from group B alone you could even make a deep dive in parts and I'm sure all of us would love it!

  • @pizza.doctor

    @pizza.doctor

    Жыл бұрын

    @@the.squidd let's goooo I'm all for a group B doc

  • @gregoryfrassetti1276

    @gregoryfrassetti1276

    Жыл бұрын

    Funny how I’m a car nut but not a racing fan but if you were to tell it I’d sit like a giddy kindergartener 😅

  • @AflacDuck420
    @AflacDuck420 Жыл бұрын

    Keiichi Tsuchiya. The Drift King. Inspiration for many and a legend forever. Thank you so much for this video. It’s amazing to see the progress from your start to now. Nothing but continued success for you and yours. Btw I hope I get that AE86. Probably won’t but at least I could support a little

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    If you do, I wanna come drive it.

  • @AflacDuck420

    @AflacDuck420

    Жыл бұрын

    @@the.squidd sure thing brother. Godspeed

  • @Kodama666
    @Kodama6665 ай бұрын

    actually one of the best videos about keichi and drifting history in general out there :)

  • @Barni2212
    @Barni2212 Жыл бұрын

    For me, he is one of if not the greatest driver. I love motor racing since I know myself. I watched and saw a lot of great drivers, but Keiichi-san is unique. His driving style that doesn't rely on horsepower, but full knowledge of your car, is what inspires me. An average driver can win in a rocket ship of a car, but a true legend can win in a car that is worse than the others.

  • @1.618_Murphy
    @1.618_Murphy Жыл бұрын

    You know you're a legend when an entire anime is based on you and there's a dedicated song that reminds everyone the deeds you did!

  • @handa6656

    @handa6656

    3 ай бұрын

    What is the song name?

  • @1.618_Murphy

    @1.618_Murphy

    3 ай бұрын

    @@handa6656 Deja Vu by Dave Rodgers

  • @Poorschedriver
    @Poorschedriver Жыл бұрын

    It's amazing that a channel that's only like 6 months old can produce content that rivals Hagerty. Seriously every single video is expertly produced with a wonderfully captivating story. Thank you so much for what you do squidd.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    This is a skill I've practiced for 20 years making content for other people / brands, etc. This is just the first time I've done it for myself. I appreciate the love, just wanna let everyone know this isn't some natural talent, all good art comes from dedicated practice!

  • @Poorschedriver

    @Poorschedriver

    Жыл бұрын

    @@the.squidd The experience definitely shows, please keep at it! So good!

  • @robertcarreon7176
    @robertcarreon717611 ай бұрын

    binged watched all your vids today, thanks for making such great content sir. more power to you and your team looking forward to your next.

  • @skyline8982
    @skyline89824 ай бұрын

    And here we today accepting it as mainstream and to see how it all began the dream, the aspirations, the heartbreaks and how humble it all was. These guys are absolute legends.

  • @ultrademice
    @ultrademice Жыл бұрын

    wow amazing work as always, i didn't even know half of his achievements and still considered Dk Tsuchiya an absolute legend. You can never guess it by the way he acts and talks today, such a humble man, with an immeasurable love for driving. Thanks so much for all the content, every SQUIDD video is a gem.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot!

  • @joncaseyclary
    @joncaseyclary Жыл бұрын

    Always stoked to see a new THE SQUIDD video pop up. Absolutely one of the greatest auto related channels that exist!

  • @jairdeoliveiraneto605
    @jairdeoliveiraneto6057 ай бұрын

    This video is amazing, bro! Thanks a lot

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    7 ай бұрын

    Glad you liked it!

  • @genkilabs
    @genkilabs11 ай бұрын

    Phenomenal retrospective! Thank you.

  • @user-fd4hf6ml5w
    @user-fd4hf6ml5w Жыл бұрын

    Finally, thank you for shedding a light on Takahashi Kunimitsu-san for the upcoming generation, much of these info were lost to language barriers in Best Motoring vol. 46. Give it a few years more maybe people will start appreciating the whole crew over at Dori-Ten. Tsuchiya-san started out with a GC10 hakosuka 2000GT sedan, according to best motoring vol.50 not long after vol.46. There's an episode on Carprime channel regarding all the cars he owned. He didn't just show up and dominate the freshman series within the span of his novice racing career, In fact, he was struggling to the point where he had to skip the late season of 1982. He initially approached Kurata Jidousya for a spot in the crew to work and save up for his engine rebuild to compete in the next season. Other than this, the other info seems to match the consistency.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Gah I kinda knew it wasn’t a gtr but was afraid to make a change to what I’d read

  • @Darkstartsi
    @Darkstartsi Жыл бұрын

    The only bad thing about this channel is that it doesnt have enough videos uploaded. But man, give this guy props for having the best narrative amongst all the automotive channels around. Thumbs up.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm trying! These take a lot of work, and my day job is hard. Glad you like what little I have tho!

  • @isaacschoute4643

    @isaacschoute4643

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@THE SQUIDD Soon you won't need that day job.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    @@isaacschoute4643 I hope that's true!

  • @tetradodeca
    @tetradodeca7 ай бұрын

    The amount of work to put this together, coupled with captivating storytelling is astounding. What a masterpiece

  • @Cfchild1

    @Cfchild1

    6 ай бұрын

    My sentiment exactly!

  • @washinours
    @washinours11 ай бұрын

    You, sir, are an amazing story teller. Thank you so much ❤

  • @norwitch8649
    @norwitch8649 Жыл бұрын

    this is the best car channel IN THE WOOORLD !!!!! 2nd to old school top gear 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    🤘

  • @whitetiger-7752
    @whitetiger-7752 Жыл бұрын

    Whoever watched initial d will understand a lot of this

  • @blech71
    @blech714 ай бұрын

    I love going back and through all these beautifully made documentaries of the automotive world. These works are amazing!

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    4 ай бұрын

    I appreciate that friend. It's a real honor to feel like each video is important and lasts forever. Makes us really wanna get them right.

  • @kainestefaniak2751
    @kainestefaniak275111 ай бұрын

    Crazy how a handful of cars, drivers and tuners can change your perception on cars for ever. I'm an absolute tuner nut no words can describe the nostalgia I get from these cars. ❤

  • @juzojuzo1806
    @juzojuzo1806 Жыл бұрын

    Oh boy, am i in for a treat before my night shift today, thx man, keep up the good work

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Hope you have a good time at work tonight!

  • @xiongpaolee
    @xiongpaolee Жыл бұрын

    Awesome vid, thanks for highlighting him! ❤

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed!

  • @Kev27RS
    @Kev27RS2 ай бұрын

    Brillant video! What a legend Keiichi is!

  • @JSINATRA5580
    @JSINATRA5580 Жыл бұрын

    This was amazing. Thank you. We need a movie!

  • @Cobb
    @Cobb Жыл бұрын

    Takumi!!!! Tsuchiya's story is one of my favorites, man is such a legend.

  • @nonenone4618
    @nonenone46186 ай бұрын

    I grew u in the 80s. I loved fantasy and magic. I remember when I got a copy of Initial D, not subbed, the raw. I thought it was magic. To be able to control a car like that looked like magic to me. The series is my favorite of all time. I own the series on VHS and DVD. After that, I read the manga. Then learned about the legend that inspired my favorite anime/manga. This was in the days that the internet was young. I miss those days. When you actually found something, you treasured it. Great video! Reminds me of when I learned a love for cars.

  • @nonenone4618

    @nonenone4618

    6 ай бұрын

    I also love Ken Block and I would think it would have been great to see both of them just hanging out for a day.

  • @rouguedissidia
    @rouguedissidia Жыл бұрын

    I was glued to the screen the entire way! I find myself getting lost in your videos each and every time you upload~ Love these so so much ❤️

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad! Thanks for taking time out of your day to watch!

  • @keithperena
    @keithperena Жыл бұрын

    I love the way you elevate already epic stories!

  • @lendog203
    @lendog20311 ай бұрын

    THIS DOCUMENTARY IS AWESOME!!! Great Job Brother.

  • @intheblacklite9849
    @intheblacklite9849 Жыл бұрын

    i am so thankful that they mentioned and added scenes from Initial D to this movie. abselutely love it

  • @darienpitts7193
    @darienpitts7193 Жыл бұрын

    I cry from joy everytime you post, you’re gonna easily be one of the best automotive journalist/documentary channels on youtube moving forward

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope so!

  • @IKATEN501
    @IKATEN501 Жыл бұрын

    Just to add informations. Keiichi Tsuchiya's first car was a Skyline C10 four door, not the GTR, but the C10. Back in Car Prime, he explained that his car was a silver or lavender colored C10 that customized to make it look like the one Kunimitsu Takahashi drove. In the 1977 Fuji Freshman Series, Tsuchiya was driving a B110 Sunny but in around 1981 or 1982, his sponsors, Racing Project Bandoh and Kurata Motors gabe him a KP61 Starlet. And then in 1983, Toyota released the AE86, Tsuchiya told his sponsors that he wanted to drive the 86 for the race. His sponsors at the time told him "If you win a race with 110 Sunny, i will buy you a Starlet. And if you win with the KP61, we'll let you race in the 86." In 1984, Tsuchiya was driving an AE86 bought by Racing Project Bandoh and Kurata Motors. The story in the 86 he drove was that they bought two crush AE86s and built it in one car. Tsuchiya said that in the race in that 86, the tread was off by 5-8 mm. Tsuchiya won 6 races in the 1984 season and his opponents deemed him as "Prize Money Thief". Tsuchiya actually got removed in the final race of the 1984 season due to him dominating the races. In 1989, CARBOY started their drifting competition called "Doricon GP" and then around the same time, Option Magazine started their own drift event too called "IKATEN". Tsuchiya was one the judges in the first Doricon GP and IKATEN. Sorry for the long comment 😅

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    I have since been corrected and I'm so bummed that I always find this stuff out AFTER I make the videos. But that's okay, I did my best, there's so much info online and in videos it can be really hard to verify.

  • @OatmealCreamPie

    @OatmealCreamPie

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@the.squidd If anything, it goes to show that you've garnered an passionate audience who genuinely cares about your content, loves it, and wants to see you get better and better with each video. I think that goes without saying, you've become a legend that will leave a lasting legacy, forever.

  • @missinyooh1993
    @missinyooh199311 ай бұрын

    Damn I almost teared up lol. Great video. Beautifully documented and presented 👏👏👏

  • @user-fd7tl4xg6y
    @user-fd7tl4xg6y9 ай бұрын

    That was very good! That man is an absolute LEGEND!

  • @mrfashionguy1
    @mrfashionguy1 Жыл бұрын

    These videos honestly deserve millions of views. Your voice overs and video editing choices are amazing.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you!

  • @mrfashionguy1

    @mrfashionguy1

    Жыл бұрын

    @@the.squidd You're very welcome! I watched your video on the McLaren F1 after watching your video on the NSX and honestly time hasn't disappeared that fast watching youtube docs in a while.

  • @jasminerichards5582
    @jasminerichards5582 Жыл бұрын

    With every single upload you bring me to tears, I don't know how you're doing it but keep doing it. Your videos are so good. Thank you again THE SQUIDD

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    20 years of daily practice my friend. I didn't get here without a lot of help from every creator I've ever worked with. Nothing comes easy! I hope you have a passion you persue too.

  • @jasminerichards5582

    @jasminerichards5582

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@the.squidd I just looked over your portfolio, you're a seasoned GOD, it's a mere blessing that we're even here in the presence of your work, and for FREE...

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jasminerichards5582 Storytelling should be free. History is meant to be shared and passed on to others, not just those who can afford it, but everyone.

  • @clarkalarcon4057
    @clarkalarcon405711 ай бұрын

    Never thought I can get this emotional over a video while doing my homework at the same time.

  • @thachphan8836
    @thachphan88366 ай бұрын

    From a driving crimminal who is despised to a world-top driver that inspire everyone, what a legend.

  • @sirdavid1458
    @sirdavid1458 Жыл бұрын

    That was really dope to watch. Thanks for sharing that with us

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @youneszreika
    @youneszreika Жыл бұрын

    Brings a tear to my eye

  • @SkallaOfficial
    @SkallaOfficial Жыл бұрын

    loved the video man great stuff

  • @robertoiorio390
    @robertoiorio39011 ай бұрын

    Dori dori 🤩 one of the most legendary drivers in history! Absolute hero ❤

  • @kinglolo88
    @kinglolo88 Жыл бұрын

    Another amazing video. I have a copy of his Drift Bible DVD along with a bunch of Option and Hot Version DVDs that feature KT. The man is skilled behind the wheel and humble af. Thank you for shining your beautiful, bright light on The King.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    I grew up watching Drift Bible on repeat. Man taught me how to drift!

  • @MikeHoncho5000
    @MikeHoncho5000 Жыл бұрын

    I must applaud you on your work ,your documentaries are literally the best I can find on KZread looking forward to the next. A good mix of information entertainment. Carry on like this and you will have Brad Danger coming to you for a job 😊. Keep doing what your doing there are many who really appreciate the work you are producing ❤

  • @Cricis11700
    @Cricis1170011 ай бұрын

    Respect. That's all I have for this channel after this.

  • @jaogmribeiro
    @jaogmribeiro11 ай бұрын

    This video is a masterpiece. Thank you.

  • @ManicTheSHark
    @ManicTheSHark Жыл бұрын

    this video made me smile all the way through! i love your content and can not wait to see more!

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!

  • @willplanes6441
    @willplanes6441 Жыл бұрын

    Another masterclass by the man himself. Can't express how much these long videos are a treat to watch

  • @Suprastar77
    @Suprastar77 Жыл бұрын

    Bro, I dunno about anyone else but if there was to be a Documentary on Ken Block I feel like It Has to Be you. Your attention to detail is second to none, the delivery and the ability to connect with the viewers is outstanding, every video ive watch of yours has had me feeling all sorts of emotions i never knew i had. Dont stop you are going places bro 100/10 best on youtube by far

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Maybe one day I'll make one, I have no intention of capitalizing on his passing though. He was a good dude, I have a lot of respect for him and would hate to ever be seen as making money on his tragedy.

  • @Suprastar77

    @Suprastar77

    Жыл бұрын

    @@the.squidd i wouldnt see it as a money making grab, i would see it as being educated in the best way possible, just like each and every one of your videos so far. For me you are the voice of the car community now. Great power comes with great responsibility and your reply was very humbling, thank you for giving us such great content its a blessing.

  • @shakibs827
    @shakibs82711 ай бұрын

    This video is so good , please keep it up ❤

  • @Mx64MaxyImpress
    @Mx64MaxyImpress Жыл бұрын

    The Legendary Man Himself Keiichi Tsuchiya The Nature of going fast, for Excitement in humble way I knew it It's gonna be The Iconic Keiichi Tsuchiya & his car that trained the driver himself...AE86

  • @pavankumarbontha
    @pavankumarbontha Жыл бұрын

    I opened YT at midnight and came to see that a new SQUIDD video had been released. Without any hesitation I just put on my earplugs to watch this. Later I realized this is a epic story made by "literally" one of the best Auto channels out there. Period. From boring stuff to legendary art works. Peace !!!

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

  • @pavankumarbontha

    @pavankumarbontha

    Жыл бұрын

    Actually the Title made me more intrigued than the video itself 😂🥰

  • @yossefs
    @yossefs2 ай бұрын

    This video is a simple work of art, perfect!

  • @mwaselal-shalabii836
    @mwaselal-shalabii83611 ай бұрын

    "dancing with horsepower" that phrase sent chill down my spine fr your video didn't even start and I'm already in love

  • @adityachampawat1414
    @adityachampawat1414 Жыл бұрын

    The quality of your content is amazing mam!!!

  • @Nakosuke-75
    @Nakosuke-75 Жыл бұрын

    Man I love this channel so much I'm actually dead as hell bro 💀💀💀youtube done give me no notifications for this one

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Noti's rarely work. I need to start a Twitter or something to alert people.

  • @constillustrus
    @constillustrus11 ай бұрын

    You have such a good ability to tell stories. Congratulations!

  • @hakaneroglu493
    @hakaneroglu49311 ай бұрын

    This video is awesome. Thank you so much for that

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    11 ай бұрын

    Yw!

  • @ArtVandelayOfficial
    @ArtVandelayOfficial Жыл бұрын

    I been watching him since the 90s Such an inspiration

  • @nf_jp4660
    @nf_jp4660 Жыл бұрын

    THE SQUIDD uploading peak car content again, you love to see it

  • @iamwision
    @iamwision11 ай бұрын

    I would watch a TV ad if you made it. Amazing, great job!! :D

  • @stlaw08
    @stlaw088 ай бұрын

    Another great video. Thks.

  • @ziofreccia1375
    @ziofreccia1375 Жыл бұрын

    These videos are getting better and better, today I got my licence after failing the practice exam twice (I get anxious easily) and after a while of being depressed, today I was happy. Keep it up, you're by far the best channel out there

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    I failed my first exam too! I'm happy for you, good job! Welcome to the world of motoring!

  • @rajuseth1683

    @rajuseth1683

    Жыл бұрын

    people who fail driving test are kick ass drivers license test are designed to make you drive like grandma People who know how make people turn dont need to give turn signals

  • @SidewaysLoveJP
    @SidewaysLoveJP Жыл бұрын

    BRO THANK YOU FOR BRINGING MORE LIGHT TO THE KINGS NAME 🙏🏽 THE GOAT

  • @VinceroAlpha
    @VinceroAlpha Жыл бұрын

    I’m so happy more and more petard discovering your channel! You deserve every new view and subscriber! 🎉❤

  • @sirins_simp
    @sirins_simp11 ай бұрын

    Amazing video man

  • @mikebordynuik3930
    @mikebordynuik3930Ай бұрын

    The beautiful story of the Drift King amazing life brought a tear to my eye. Fricken great storytelling dude 😎👍

  • @TheEddgreen
    @TheEddgreen Жыл бұрын

    I remember watching his tutorial videos and then going on streets at night practicing clutch kick in my '94 E36. Great video, even better storytelling 👍

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    SAME

  • @Ferguiny
    @Ferguiny Жыл бұрын

    These Videos are amazing, some of the best production value on the platform and I'm glad you carved your own way from Ideal Media. I would love to see a vid by you on the fight between Ford and Holden in Australia, I think it would be very informative to many viewers as well as very interesting.

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    I absolutely wanna do more Aussie content!

  • @skyfish77
    @skyfish774 ай бұрын

    Man i wonder what they called him back in college

  • @BongerZ013
    @BongerZ0133 ай бұрын

    Excited to watch that you covered Tsuchiya’s story. I’m amazed he went to Le Mans. That’s crazy.

  • @phoenix83191
    @phoenix83191 Жыл бұрын

    Love this guy's story telling man

  • @UmbraFulgur
    @UmbraFulgur Жыл бұрын

    Very few have the skill to tell a story and that story to be a story (of course :D), a motivation, a lesson and legend, all in the same time. You have that skill and your stories are ones of the best i heard...ever. Domo arigato!

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    Daijoubu

  • @keimahane
    @keimahane11 ай бұрын

    Well Done, Thank You!!

  • @dankjankers6655
    @dankjankers66555 ай бұрын

    This was awesome!

  • @Maldito_Miguelito
    @Maldito_Miguelito Жыл бұрын

    Excelente video as always my dude but when I read the title I thought it was a video about Richard Petty maybe next time ei

  • @the.squidd

    @the.squidd

    Жыл бұрын

    I'd definitely cover Petty!

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