The TRD x HUF Collection Is Collaboration of the Year

[Hypedrive] November 10, 2023 Weekly Digest 🧥 HUF and Toyota Racing Development to Launch Collaborative Collection TLDR: HUF and Toyota Racing Development (TRD) have teamed up to launch a substantial fashion collection that combines motorsport heritage with the world of streetwear. Why It Matters: The HUF x TRD collaboration taps into Toyota’s racing archives, reimagining the thrill of the off-road for urban settings, expressed through almost 40 different items. An underlying theme of the collection includes hand-drawn illustrations reminiscent of vintage sketchbooks, mixing tech art with modern workwear essentials. To top it all off, the two worked together on a one-of-one “HUF x TRD Pro Tundra,” crafted with the same nostalgic and rugged spirit. ⁠Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 🛠️ SEMA 2023 Brought out Some of the Country's Best Modified Cars and Trucks TLDR: SEMA has stood as one of the most important shows and conventions for automotive enthusiasts. For 2023, the spectacle and presentation was as strong as ever, and it showed heavily with the cars and builds we saw. Why It Matters: Throughout our three-day visit, we saw a plethora of outstanding cars and builds from brands, OEMs, smaller parts companies and more, with a few trends and patterns we observed throughout the multiple convention halls. This year we couldn’t help but notice a larger focus on track-oriented builds, of which honed in more on suspension technology and aerodynamics rather than raw power, although that wasn’t absent either of course. etworking between individuals was also a key takeaway, as we were able to converse with a large group of attendees about their brand as well as their familiarity with Hypebeast and Hypedrive. Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 💎 RM Sotheby’s to Auction Two Extremely Rare Mercedes-Benz CLK GTRs TLDR: RM Sotheby’s is set to host one of its most significant Mercedes-Benz auctions this year, featuring both a 1999 CLK GTR Coupe and a 2002 CLK GTR Roadster — with a combined estimate as high as $22,000,000 USD. Why It Matters: The 1999 CLK GTR Coupe, limited to only 20 examples, represents the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz’s innovation — born out of a whirlwind 128-day development period, it won back-to-back FIA GT1 Championships in 1997 and 1998 and also played a part in the demise of the motorsport series it was designed for due to its overwhelming dominance. On the other hand, quite easily the star of the show is the 2002 CLK GTR Roadster, an open-top example that is one of only six ever produced, making it an even rarer gem.⁠Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 🥊 Toyota Unveils the FJ Bruiser SEMA Special Project Vehicle TLDR: Toyota decided they would bring something special to this year’s SEMA show: a NASCAR engine-powered beast dubbed the “FJ Bruiser.”⁠Why It Matters: The Bruiser, originally named “The Unstoppable FJ,” was a vision brought to life under the guidance of Marty Schwerter, the captain at the helm of the Toyota Motorsports garage team, with support from Toyota Racing Development in Costa Mesa, California. With the return of the Land Cruiser to the U.S. market, Schwerter said “It only made sense to build a rock crawler, so this is our take on a 1966 Toyota FJ45 Pickup Truck.” Should the Bruiser face a hurdle too high, a tank-like track system in "Tank Mode" replaces the center skid plate ensuring an escape from any high-centered obstacle. Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- 🐘 Ringbrothers Reveal Hellephant-Powered 1969 Dodge Charger "TUSK" TLDR: The co-founders of Ringbrothers – Jim and Mike Ring – have unveiled their latest custom work: this 1969 Dodge Charger fitted with a 1,000 HP Mopar Hellephant engine, a vehicle they’re calling the “TUSK.”⁠Why It Matters: The TUSK represents a meticulously engineered reimagination of the classic Charger, with the Wisconsin-based builders taking special care to showcase a blend of vintage style with modern-day automotive technology and performance prowess. At the heart of TUSK lies Mopar’s Hellephant engine, a 1,000 HP powerhouse, notably limited to just 100 units and the key factor that propels this classic muscle car into the modern era. Exterior-wise, the Charger’s original “coke-bottle” body is enhanced with a one-piece carbon-fiber front surround, a custom-built hood with machined billet hood scoop grilles and bespoke front and rear bumpers.⁠Read the full article [here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- [Hypebeast] [Download the Hypebeast App]( On iOS & Android Devices [hypebeast instagram]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Manage Subscriptions]( Policy]( You are subscribed to Hypebeast’s marketing emails with the address: {EMAIL} Contact [subscription@hypebeast.com](mailto: subscription@hypebeast.com) for assistance on any enquiries. 2023 Hypebeast Limited. All Rights Reserved Hypebeast, 40/F, Cable TV Tower, No.9 Hoi Shing Road, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong