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Itashi

2026-05-08T14:02:24Z

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{{Company Infobox2
|name-1=Itashi
|image-1=Itashi_new.png
|caption-1=Move Your Way
|fullname-1=Itashi Motor Company
|date-1=1933
|country-1=Japan
|products-1=Automobiles, engines
|owners-1=BIF Group (100%)
|areas-1=Worldwide
|status-1=Active
|name-2=Itashi
|image-2=Itashi_old.png
|caption-2=Move Your Way
|fullname-2=Itashi Motor Company
|date-2=1933
|country-2=Japan
|products-2=Automobiles, engines
|owners-2=BIF Group (100%)
|areas-2=Worldwide
|status-2=Active
|panel-1=New Logo|panel-2=Old Logo}}

'''Itashi''' is a Japanese company, famous for their exceptional commercial and racing vehicles, and also by financial troubles. It is part of the [[BIF Group]].

== History ==
Established in 1911 by Ken Itashi, the company was called the KRM Motor Works, and in 1914, they made their first vehicle, the KRM 100. After several renames and purchases over the years, Ichisake Itashi, Ken’s son, reestablished the company as Itashi Corporation, and the name stuck since.

Itashi Corporation eventually became a ''zaibatsu'', integrating several different small companies into them and eventually all turning into part of Itashi. In 1933, Itashi Motor Company was (re)established. In 1966, they acquired a small company called Horizon, and eventually merged the two companies, with the Horizon branding turning into a car name. The Itashi Horizon 100GT was the first car after this merge.

In the 1950s, Itashi Motor Corp began expanding, building factories all over the world, expanding their line-up of vehicles. This also left the company to create several subsidiaries to serve their other line-up of products, like batteries, lamps and the like. This was eventually named Itashi Electric.

While the 1970s and 1980s had the creation of the new Horizon lineup as well the ''Dengan'' and ''Karuda'' (known as the ''15-5Z'' in other regions), Itashi faced multiple internal issues and lawsuits from recalls. While producing some of the most incredible cars in the 1990s, Itashi Motor faced several financial troubles, leading them to join [[Boulogne]] in a joint-venture called [[BIF Group|BI Group]] in early 1999. This proved to be what was needed to survive and after the release of the Horizon 350R in 1999, the company did a quick turnaround, as well having good sales of the popular ''Moment'' vehicle, in both its hatch and sedan configurations.

The Horizon lineup was decoupled from the R lineup in 2008, giving out a new name for it, ''Sunrise R''. The Horizon remained dedicated to being coupe and sedans while the ''Sunrise R'' became the de facto supercar of the company.

In 2016, Itashi purchased over 40% of [[Fusehiro|Fusehiro Motors]]' shares, turning them into a member of the group, now named [[BIF Group]], where each company had the same amount of shares while 1% was destined to the public. In 2017, Itashi faced another internal scandal, where the former CEO Henrique Matias Silva was found under-reporting his income to the Japan government and was arrested for 50 days before paying. This led to a cascade of multiple CEOs keeping their jobs for less than a year until Henrique was arrested for gang formation and was sentenced for 40 years in prison.

Despite the setbacks and lack of innovation, Itashi Motor Company continued to be prominent in several markets. After several years, they introduced the next generation of the ''Karuda'', called ''Karuda 400'', also known as the ''40-5Z'' outside of Japan, a proper sports car in its own right.

During late 2024 to early 2025, Itashi decided to sell part of the company to [[Hamamatsu]]. During the talks about integration, Hamamatsu wanted to outright buy Itashi but many company executives rejected the idea, and the BIF Group also disliked this notion. In early 2025, Hamamatsu ended their side of the deal unilaterally, citing that the ‘BIF Group was making it difficult for discussions to occur’.

=== SHIMO ===
'''SHIMO''' stands for Ita'''''shi Mo'''''torsport. SHIMO is a division of Itashi focused on motorsports and performance-oriented vehicles, sold all over the world. Created in 1964, SHIMO was originally called “Itashi National Motorsport”, who decided to sponsor several racing teams in the early days of the Japanese Grand Touring competitions. It was fairly successful and since then the company created their own SHIMO teams to go in JGT and FIMV competitions.

Due to its success, SHIMO has created multiple performance-oriented vehicles over the years, taking base models and tuning them up to the maximum performance they could get.

== Featured Vehicles In Project Redline ==

=== Regular ===

==== 15-5Z (1971) ====
The first generation Karuda or 5Z lineup was Karuda 100 or 10-5Z, but it went through a minor revision, leading to the Karuda 105 or 15-5Z. With a much needed refreshed look and sportier design, it was made as an homologation piece for JGT Group D races, and it went on to sell over triple digits in the USA alone. Some call it the most successful JDM car ever made.

This version of the 5Z comes with a 2.3L inline-6 engine in a FR configuration, and 5-speed manual transmission.

==== 40-5Z (2022) ====
The latest generation of the Karuda, known as 5Z outside of Japan, arrived with the Karuda 400 or 40-5Z if you prefer. A new era sports car from Itashi, the 40-5Z comes right at the time where the company was starting to have troubles selling some of their vehicles due to underperforming designs. The design of the vehicle riffs off the classic Karuda 100/10-5Z and Karuda 105/15-5Z, while having elements from all cars during its multiple generations run.

This new generation of the vehicle sports a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 in a FR configuration, with a 6-speed manual transmission.

==== Diana 5R (1999) ====
Sharing a platform with the Plata lineup, the last Diana went out with a bang. The Diana 5R brings the best of the R lineup, adding a turbocharger, and tightening the suspension and diferential to be much safer and suited for track racing. To complete the look, new bodywork and wheels from Roll Automotive.

The Diana 5R comes with a 2.0L Turbocharged engine, with a 6-speed manual transmission and FR layout.

==== Horizon 350R (1999) ====
After the lukewarm Horizon 300 series, Itashi went back to the drawing board with a new design that would be one of the most iconic ever. The tenth generation of the Horizon series was released in 1998 and in 1999, the new SHIMO tuned 350R made its debut. It received minor updates until 2002, when it was discontinued, leaving a hole in the hearts of JDM lovers. Its popularity was well deserved, as it was one of the best cars that Itashi had produced until then.

Sporting the same engine as the previous generation, the Horizon 350R carries a 2.6L twin-turbocharged inline-6 with a F4 configuration with a 6-speed manual transmission.

==== Horizon 350R JGT (1999) ====
The racing-only version of the Horizon 350R is an instant classic and a winner of many JGT races from 1999 until 2005, taking all the wins in 2003, its best year. A complete domination over the rivals, this legendary vehicle stands out from being endurance capable, as it finished second in the 2000 24H GrinVits Ros circuit.

The 350R JGT carries a 2.6L twin-turbocharged inline-6 with a FR configuration with a 6-speed manual transmission.

==== Horizon 400 Sedan (2019) ====
With the release of the Sunrise R, Itashi repositioned the Horizon to be sedan only, and only minor increments in its name. The end result is the 400 Sedan, a refreshed version of the 400 released in 2014. With a more aggressive look in comparison to its original debut, the 400 Sedan remains a fantastic option to commute through Japanese roads. It is sold outside of Japan as the Lux S400-3.

This new version of the car comes with an engine change, a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 in a F4 configuration, with a 7-speed automatic transmission.

==== Plata 18X (1994) ====
Sharing a platform with the Diana lineup, the Plata 18X was sold in different markets as the Plata 20X and Plata 24X but the car remains the same no matter the location. An unapologetically good car, that looks simple and frail but carries an engine with a turbo, making it a remarkable unremarkable car. Usually the start car in video games for a reason, it’s the entry-level JDM experience and it shows.

The Plata 18X comes with a 2.0L Turbocharged engine, with a 5-speed manual transmission and FR layout, making it perfect for beginner drift racers.

==== Sunrise R (2022) ====
While many called Itashi short-sighted for separating the Horizon higher trim into its own car, the company got the last laugh as the Sunrise launched in 2008 and remained on the company’s portfolio until 2025. The “Road Monster” as it’s known is the fastest Japanese supercar that survived just about everything thrown at it and continued to thrive. In 2022, Itashi finally gave it a new R trim, with minor changes to its aesthetics. Over 50 thousand units of the Sunrise R were sold in its 17-year run.

This trim of the vehicle is powered by a 3.8L twin-turbocharged V6, with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission in F4 layout.

==== Sunrise R JGT (2012) ====
The new generation of supercars needed a new champion and the Sunrise R JGT was exactly that. Made to replace the aging Karuda 300/30-5Z JGT, the “Road Monster” dominated the Japanese Grand Touring Group C competition. Not only was it fast, it was also reliable, with the same vehicle finishing several races, including endurance races, in a year without engine or suspension damage, a feat no other car had done before or since.

The vehicle is powered by a 3.4L V8, with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission in FR layout, standard for competitions.

=== Custom ===

==== Sunrise SHIMO (2023) ====
The car that refused to die got a special treatment from SHIMO, getting a new carbon filled package. While not much changed engine wise, it is a visual treat for those that want a refreshed look to their favorite vehicle.

==== Horizon 350R Westsiders (2000) ====
A custom legend of the streets, the Horizon 350R Westsiders is a perfect recreation of the Horizon 350R used in a famous videogame series, with everything being replicated from its widebody kit to its custom decals. Legends say that its original owner is still telling racers to go home.

==== Azuma Stahl 350R-AZ (2000) ====
Azuma Stahl, a Japanese customization company, took the Horizon 350R and turned it into its own car, the 350R-AZ. Major differences include a new aggressive look, an all-black color, and better tuning of its engine.

==== Kiwako 40-5Z (2022) ====
Kiwako is a Japanese tuning based company specialized in parts and accessories, and they took the newly released Karuda 400 and made it into the Kiwako 400. Its popularity prior to release was so high that Kiwako started selling kits for the 40-5Z made outside of Japan, and even custom tune any 40-5Z that arrives at their door.

[[Category:Car Companies]]
[[Category:Project Redline]]
[[Category:Intergalactic Council of Races]]

Itashi

2026-05-08T14:01:26Z

Wikipass:

{{Company Infobox2
|name-1=Itashi
|image-1=Itashi_new.png
|caption-1=Move Your Way
|fullname-1=Itashi Motor Company
|date-1=1933
|country-1=Japan
|products-1=Automobiles, engines
|owners-1=BIF Group (100%)
|areas-1=Worldwide
|status-1=Active
|name-2=Itashi
|image-2=Itashi_old.png
|caption-2=Move Your Way
|fullname-2=Itashi Motor Company
|date-2=1933
|country-2=Japan
|products-2=Automobiles, engines
|owners-2=BIF Group (100%)
|areas-2=Worldwide
|status-2=Active
|panel-1=New Logo|panel-2=Old Logo}}

'''Itashi''' is a Japanese company, famous for their exceptional commercial and racing vehicles, and also by financial troubles. It is part of the [[BIF Group]].

== History ==
Established in 1911 by Ken Itashi, the company was called the KRM Motor Works, and in 1914, they made their first vehicle, the KRM 100. After several renames and purchases over the years, Ichisake Itashi, Ken’s son, reestablished the company as Itashi Corporation, and the name stuck since.

Itashi Corporation eventually became a ''zaibatsu'', integrating several different small companies into them and eventually all turning into part of Itashi. In 1933, Itashi Motor Company was (re)established. In 1966, they acquired a small company called Horizon, and eventually merged the two companies, with the Horizon branding turning into a car name. The Itashi Horizon 100GT was the first car after this merge.

In the 1950s, Itashi Motor Corp began expanding, building factories all over the world, expanding their line-up of vehicles. This also left the company to create several subsidiaries to serve their other line-up of products, like batteries, lamps and the like. This was eventually named Itashi Electric.

While the 1970s and 1980s had the creation of the new Horizon lineup as well the ''Dengan'' and ''Karuda'' (known as the ''15-5Z'' in other regions), Itashi faced multiple internal issues and lawsuits from recalls. While producing some of the most incredible cars in the 1990s, Itashi Motor faced several financial troubles, leading them to join [[Boulogne]] in a joint-venture called [[BIF Group|BI Group]] in early 1999. This proved to be what was needed to survive and after the release of the Horizon 350R in 1999, the company did a quick turnaround, as well having good sales of the popular ''Moment'' vehicle, in both its hatch and sedan configurations.

The Horizon lineup was decoupled from the R lineup in 2008, giving out a new name for it, ''Sunrise R''. The Horizon remained dedicated to being coupe and sedans while the ''Sunrise R'' became the de facto supercar of the company.

In 2016, Itashi purchased over 40% of [[Fusehiro|Fusehiro Motors]]' shares, turning them into a member of the group, now named [[BIF Group]], where each company had the same amount of shares while 1% was destined to the public. In 2017, Itashi faced another internal scandal, where the former CEO Henrique Matias Silva was found under-reporting his income to the Japan government and was arrested for 50 days before paying. This led to a cascade of multiple CEOs keeping their jobs for less than a year until Henrique was arrested for gang formation and was sentenced for 40 years in prison.

Despite the setbacks and lack of innovation, Itashi Motor Company continued to be prominent in several markets. After several years, they introduced the next generation of the ''Karuda'', called ''Karuda 400'', also known as the ''40-5Z'' outside of Japan, a proper sports car in its own right.

During late 2024 to early 2025, Itashi decided to sell part of the company to [[Hamamatsu]]. During the talks about integration, Hamamatsu wanted to outright buy Itashi but many company executives rejected the idea, and the BIF Group also disliked this notion. In early 2025, Hamamatsu ended their side of the deal unilaterally, citing that the ‘BIF Group was making it difficult for discussions to occur’.

=== SHIMO ===
'''SHIMO''' stands for Ita'''''shi Mo'''''torsport. SHIMO is a division of Itashi focused on motorsports and performance-oriented vehicles, sold all over the world. Created in 1964, SHIMO was originally called “Itashi National Motorsport”, who decided to sponsor several racing teams in the early days of the Japanese Grand Touring competitions. It was fairly successful and since then the company created their own SHIMO teams to go in JGT and FIMV competitions.

Due to its success, SHIMO has created multiple performance-oriented vehicles over the years, taking base models and tuning them up to the maximum performance they could get.

== Featured Vehicles In Project Redline ==

== 15-5Z (1971) ==
The first generation Karuda or 5Z lineup was Karuda 100 or 10-5Z, but it went through a minor revision, leading to the Karuda 105 or 15-5Z. With a much needed refreshed look and sportier design, it was made as an homologation piece for JGT Group D races, and it went on to sell over triple digits in the USA alone. Some call it the most successful JDM car ever made.

This version of the 5Z comes with a 2.3L inline-6 engine in a FR configuration, and 5-speed manual transmission.

== 40-5Z (2022) ==
The latest generation of the Karuda, known as 5Z outside of Japan, arrived with the Karuda 400 or 40-5Z if you prefer. A new era sports car from Itashi, the 40-5Z comes right at the time where the company was starting to have troubles selling some of their vehicles due to underperforming designs. The design of the vehicle riffs off the classic Karuda 100/10-5Z and Karuda 105/15-5Z, while having elements from all cars during its multiple generations run.

This new generation of the vehicle sports a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 in a FR configuration, with a 6-speed manual transmission.

== Diana 5R (1999) ==
{{Car Info
|cartitle=Itashi Horizon 350R
|carimage=skyliner34.png
|carcaption=Itashi Horizon 350R
|caryears=1999 - 2004
|carbody=Coupé
|carenginelayout=Front-engine, four-wheel drive
|carengine=2.6L Twinturbo Inline-6
|cartransmission= 6-speed manual
|carhand= Right Hand Drive
|carwheelbase=2665 mm
|carlength=4600 mm
|carwidth=1785 mm
|carheight=1360 mm
|carweight=1560 kg
}}
Sharing a platform with the Plata lineup, the last Diana went out with a bang. The Diana 5R brings the best of the R lineup, adding a turbocharger, and tightening the suspension and diferential to be much safer and suited for track racing. To complete the look, new bodywork and wheels from Roll Automotive.

The Diana 5R comes with a 2.0L Turbocharged engine, with a 6-speed manual transmission and FR layout.

== Horizon 350R (1999) ==
{{Car Info
|cartitle=Itashi Horizon 350R
|carimage=skyliner34.png
|carcaption=Itashi Horizon 350R
|caryears=1999 - 2004
|carbody=Coupé
|carenginelayout=Front-engine, four-wheel drive
|carengine=2.6L Twinturbo Inline-6
|cartransmission= 6-speed manual
|carhand= Right Hand Drive
|carwheelbase=2665 mm
|carlength=4600 mm
|carwidth=1785 mm
|carheight=1360 mm
|carweight=1560 kg
}}
After the lukewarm Horizon 300 series, Itashi went back to the drawing board with a new design that would be one of the most iconic ever. The tenth generation of the Horizon series was released in 1998 and in 1999, the new SHIMO tuned 350R made its debut. It received minor updates until 2002, when it was discontinued, leaving a hole in the hearts of JDM lovers. Its popularity was well deserved, as it was one of the best cars that Itashi had produced until then.

Sporting the same engine as the previous generation, the Horizon 350R carries a 2.6L twin-turbocharged inline-6 with a F4 configuration with a 6-speed manual transmission.

== Horizon 350R JGT (1999) ==
The racing-only version of the Horizon 350R is an instant classic and a winner of many JGT races from 1999 until 2005, taking all the wins in 2003, its best year. A complete domination over the rivals, this legendary vehicle stands out from being endurance capable, as it finished second in the 2000 24H GrinVits Ros circuit.

The 350R JGT carries a 2.6L twin-turbocharged inline-6 with a FR configuration with a 6-speed manual transmission.

== Horizon 400 Sedan (2019) ==
With the release of the Sunrise R, Itashi repositioned the Horizon to be sedan only, and only minor increments in its name. The end result is the 400 Sedan, a refreshed version of the 400 released in 2014. With a more aggressive look in comparison to its original debut, the 400 Sedan remains a fantastic option to commute through Japanese roads. It is sold outside of Japan as the Lux S400-3.

This new version of the car comes with an engine change, a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 in a F4 configuration, with a 7-speed automatic transmission.

== Plata 18X (1994) ==
Sharing a platform with the Diana lineup, the Plata 18X was sold in different markets as the Plata 20X and Plata 24X but the car remains the same no matter the location. An unapologetically good car, that looks simple and frail but carries an engine with a turbo, making it a remarkable unremarkable car. Usually the start car in video games for a reason, it’s the entry-level JDM experience and it shows.

The Plata 18X comes with a 2.0L Turbocharged engine, with a 5-speed manual transmission and FR layout, making it perfect for beginner drift racers.

== Sunrise R (2022) ==
While many called Itashi short-sighted for separating the Horizon higher trim into its own car, the company got the last laugh as the Sunrise launched in 2008 and remained on the company’s portfolio until 2025. The “Road Monster” as it’s known is the fastest Japanese supercar that survived just about everything thrown at it and continued to thrive. In 2022, Itashi finally gave it a new R trim, with minor changes to its aesthetics. Over 50 thousand units of the Sunrise R were sold in its 17-year run.

This trim of the vehicle is powered by a 3.8L twin-turbocharged V6, with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission in F4 layout.

== Sunrise R JGT (2012) ==
The new generation of supercars needed a new champion and the Sunrise R JGT was exactly that. Made to replace the aging Karuda 300/30-5Z JGT, the “Road Monster” dominated the Japanese Grand Touring Group C competition. Not only was it fast, it was also reliable, with the same vehicle finishing several races, including endurance races, in a year without engine or suspension damage, a feat no other car had done before or since.

The vehicle is powered by a 3.4L V8, with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission in FR layout, standard for competitions.

== Sunrise SHIMO (2023) ==
The car that refused to die got a special treatment from SHIMO, getting a new carbon filled package. While not much changed engine wise, it is a visual treat for those that want a refreshed look to their favorite vehicle.

== Horizon 350R Westsiders (2000) ==
A custom legend of the streets, the Horizon 350R Westsiders is a perfect recreation of the Horizon 350R used in a famous videogame series, with everything being replicated from its widebody kit to its custom decals. Legends say that its original owner is still telling racers to go home.

== Azuma Stahl 350R-AZ (2000) ==
Azuma Stahl, a Japanese customization company, took the Horizon 350R and turned it into its own car, the 350R-AZ. Major differences include a new aggressive look, an all-black color, and better tuning of its engine.

== Kiwako 40-5Z (2022) ==
Kiwako is a Japanese tuning based company specialized in parts and accessories, and they took the newly released Karuda 400 and made it into the Kiwako 400. Its popularity prior to release was so high that Kiwako started selling kits for the 40-5Z made outside of Japan, and even custom tune any 40-5Z that arrives at their door.

[[Category:Car Companies]]
[[Category:Project Redline]]
[[Category:Intergalactic Council of Races]]

Itashi

2026-05-08T13:58:55Z

Wikipass:

{{Company Infobox2
|name-1=Itashi
|image-1=Itashi_new.png
|caption-1=Move Your Way
|fullname-1=Itashi Motor Company
|date-1=1933
|country-1=Japan
|products-1=Automobiles, engines
|owners-1=BIF Group (100%)
|areas-1=Worldwide
|status-1=Active
|name-2=Itashi
|image-2=Itashi_old.png
|caption-2=Move Your Way
|fullname-2=Itashi Motor Company
|date-2=1933
|country-2=Japan
|products-2=Automobiles, engines
|owners-2=BIF Group (100%)
|areas-2=Worldwide
|status-2=Active
|panel-1=New Logo|panel-2=Old Logo}}

'''Itashi''' is a Japanese company, famous for their exceptional commercial and racing vehicles, and also by financial troubles. It is part of the [[BIF Group]].

== History ==
Established in 1911 by Ken Itashi, the company was called the KRM Motor Works, and in 1914, they made their first vehicle, the KRM 100. After several renames and purchases over the years, Ichisake Itashi, Ken’s son, reestablished the company as Itashi Corporation, and the name stuck since.

Itashi Corporation eventually became a ''zaibatsu'', integrating several different small companies into them and eventually all turning into part of Itashi. In 1933, Itashi Motor Company was (re)established. In 1966, they acquired a small company called Horizon, and eventually merged the two companies, with the Horizon branding turning into a car name. The Itashi Horizon 100GT was the first car after this merge.

In the 1950s, Itashi Motor Corp began expanding, building factories all over the world, expanding their line-up of vehicles. This also left the company to create several subsidiaries to serve their other line-up of products, like batteries, lamps and the like. This was eventually named Itashi Electric.

While the 1970s and 1980s had the creation of the new Horizon lineup as well the ''Dengan'' and ''Karuda'' (known as the ''15-5Z'' in other regions), Itashi faced multiple internal issues and lawsuits from recalls. While producing some of the most incredible cars in the 1990s, Itashi Motor faced several financial troubles, leading them to join [[Boulogne]] in a joint-venture called [[BIF Group|BI Group]] in early 1999. This proved to be what was needed to survive and after the release of the Horizon 350R in 1999, the company did a quick turnaround, as well having good sales of the popular ''Moment'' vehicle, in both its hatch and sedan configurations.

The Horizon lineup was decoupled from the R lineup in 2008, giving out a new name for it, ''Sunrise R''. The Horizon remained dedicated to being coupe and sedans while the ''Sunrise R'' became the de facto supercar of the company.

In 2016, Itashi purchased over 40% of [[Fusehiro|Fusehiro Motors]]' shares, turning them into a member of the group, now named [[BIF Group]], where each company had the same amount of shares while 1% was destined to the public. In 2017, Itashi faced another internal scandal, where the former CEO Henrique Matias Silva was found under-reporting his income to the Japan government and was arrested for 50 days before paying. This led to a cascade of multiple CEOs keeping their jobs for less than a year until Henrique was arrested for gang formation and was sentenced for 40 years in prison.

Despite the setbacks and lack of innovation, Itashi Motor Company continued to be prominent in several markets. After several years, they introduced the next generation of the ''Karuda'', called ''Karuda 400'', also known as the ''40-5Z'' outside of Japan, a proper sports car in its own right.

During late 2024 to early 2025, Itashi decided to sell part of the company to [[Hamamatsu]]. During the talks about integration, Hamamatsu wanted to outright buy Itashi but many company executives rejected the idea, and the BIF Group also disliked this notion. In early 2025, Hamamatsu ended their side of the deal unilaterally, citing that the ‘BIF Group was making it difficult for discussions to occur’.

=== SHIMO ===
'''SHIMO''' stands for Ita'''''shi Mo'''''torsport. SHIMO is a division of Itashi focused on motorsports and performance-oriented vehicles, sold all over the world. Created in 1964, SHIMO was originally called “Itashi National Motorsport”, who decided to sponsor several racing teams in the early days of the Japanese Grand Touring competitions. It was fairly successful and since then the company created their own SHIMO teams to go in JGT and FIMV competitions.

Due to its success, SHIMO has created multiple performance-oriented vehicles over the years, taking base models and tuning them up to the maximum performance they could get.

== Featured Vehicles In Project Redline ==

== 15-5Z (1971) ==
The first generation Karuda or 5Z lineup was Karuda 100 or 10-5Z, but it went through a minor revision, leading to the Karuda 105 or 15-5Z. With a much needed refreshed look and sportier design, it was made as an homologation piece for JGT Group D races, and it went on to sell over triple digits in the USA alone. Some call it the most successful JDM car ever made.

This version of the 5Z comes with a 2.3L inline-6 engine in a FR configuration, and 5-speed manual transmission.

== 40-5Z (2022) ==
The latest generation of the Karuda, known as 5Z outside of Japan, arrived with the Karuda 400 or 40-5Z if you prefer. A new era sports car from Itashi, the 40-5Z comes right at the time where the company was starting to have troubles selling some of their vehicles due to underperforming designs. The design of the vehicle riffs off the classic Karuda 100/10-5Z and Karuda 105/15-5Z, while having elements from all cars during its multiple generations run.

This new generation of the vehicle sports a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 in a FR configuration, with a 6-speed manual transmission.

== Diana 5R (1999) ==
Sharing a platform with the Plata lineup, the last Diana went out with a bang. The Diana 5R brings the best of the R lineup, adding a turbocharger, and tightening the suspension and diferential to be much safer and suited for track racing. To complete the look, new bodywork and wheels from Roll Automotive.

The Diana 5R comes with a 2.0L Turbocharged engine, with a 6-speed manual transmission and FR layout.

== Horizon 350R (1999) ==
{{Car Info
|cartitle=Itashi Horizon 350R
|carimage=skyliner34.png
|carcaption=Itashi Horizon 350R
|caryears=1999 - 2004
|carbody=Coupé
|carenginelayout=Front-engine, four-wheel drive
|carengine=2.6L Twinturbo Inline-6
|cartransmission= 6-speed manual
|carhand= Right Hand Drive
|carwheelbase=2665 mm
|carlength=4600 mm
|carwidth=1785 mm
|carheight=1360 mm
|carweight=1560 kg
}}
After the lukewarm Horizon 300 series, Itashi went back to the drawing board with a new design that would be one of the most iconic ever. The tenth generation of the Horizon series was released in 1998 and in 1999, the new SHIMO tuned 350R made its debut. It received minor updates until 2002, when it was discontinued, leaving a hole in the hearts of JDM lovers. Its popularity was well deserved, as it was one of the best cars that Itashi had produced until then.

Sporting the same engine as the previous generation, the Horizon 350R carries a 2.6L twin-turbocharged inline-6 with a F4 configuration with a 6-speed manual transmission.

== Horizon 350R JGT (1999) ==
The racing-only version of the Horizon 350R is an instant classic and a winner of many JGT races from 1999 until 2005, taking all the wins in 2003, its best year. A complete domination over the rivals, this legendary vehicle stands out from being endurance capable, as it finished second in the 2000 24H GrinVits Ros circuit.

The 350R JGT carries a 2.6L twin-turbocharged inline-6 with a FR configuration with a 6-speed manual transmission.

== Horizon 400 Sedan (2019) ==
With the release of the Sunrise R, Itashi repositioned the Horizon to be sedan only, and only minor increments in its name. The end result is the 400 Sedan, a refreshed version of the 400 released in 2014. With a more aggressive look in comparison to its original debut, the 400 Sedan remains a fantastic option to commute through Japanese roads. It is sold outside of Japan as the Lux S400-3.

This new version of the car comes with an engine change, a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 in a F4 configuration, with a 7-speed automatic transmission.

== Plata 18X (1994) ==
Sharing a platform with the Diana lineup, the Plata 18X was sold in different markets as the Plata 20X and Plata 24X but the car remains the same no matter the location. An unapologetically good car, that looks simple and frail but carries an engine with a turbo, making it a remarkable unremarkable car. Usually the start car in video games for a reason, it’s the entry-level JDM experience and it shows.

The Plata 18X comes with a 2.0L Turbocharged engine, with a 5-speed manual transmission and FR layout, making it perfect for beginner drift racers.

== Sunrise R (2022) ==
While many called Itashi short-sighted for separating the Horizon higher trim into its own car, the company got the last laugh as the Sunrise launched in 2008 and remained on the company’s portfolio until 2025. The “Road Monster” as it’s known is the fastest Japanese supercar that survived just about everything thrown at it and continued to thrive. In 2022, Itashi finally gave it a new R trim, with minor changes to its aesthetics. Over 50 thousand units of the Sunrise R were sold in its 17-year run.

This trim of the vehicle is powered by a 3.8L twin-turbocharged V6, with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission in F4 layout.

== Sunrise R JGT (2012) ==
The new generation of supercars needed a new champion and the Sunrise R JGT was exactly that. Made to replace the aging Karuda 300/30-5Z JGT, the “Road Monster” dominated the Japanese Grand Touring Group C competition. Not only was it fast, it was also reliable, with the same vehicle finishing several races, including endurance races, in a year without engine or suspension damage, a feat no other car had done before or since.

The vehicle is powered by a 3.4L V8, with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission in FR layout, standard for competitions.

== Sunrise SHIMO (2023) ==
The car that refused to die got a special treatment from SHIMO, getting a new carbon filled package. While not much changed engine wise, it is a visual treat for those that want a refreshed look to their favorite vehicle.

== Horizon 350R Westsiders (2000) ==
A custom legend of the streets, the Horizon 350R Westsiders is a perfect recreation of the Horizon 350R used in a famous videogame series, with everything being replicated from its widebody kit to its custom decals. Legends say that its original owner is still telling racers to go home.

== Azuma Stahl 350R-AZ (2000) ==
Azuma Stahl, a Japanese customization company, took the Horizon 350R and turned it into its own car, the 350R-AZ. Major differences include a new aggressive look, an all-black color, and better tuning of its engine.

== Kiwako 40-5Z (2022) ==
Kiwako is a Japanese tuning based company specialized in parts and accessories, and they took the newly released Karuda 400 and made it into the Kiwako 400. Its popularity prior to release was so high that Kiwako started selling kits for the 40-5Z made outside of Japan, and even custom tune any 40-5Z that arrives at their door.

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Itashi

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'''Itashi''' is a Japanese company, famous for their exceptional commercial and racing vehicles, and also by financial troubles. It is part of the [[BIF Group]].

== History ==
Established in 1911 by Ken Itashi, the company was called the KRM Motor Works, and in 1914, they made their first vehicle, the KRM 100. After several renames and purchases over the years, Ichisake Itashi, Ken’s son, reestablished the company as Itashi Corporation, and the name stuck since.

Itashi Corporation eventually became a ''zaibatsu'', integrating several different small companies into them and eventually all turning into part of Itashi. In 1933, Itashi Motor Company was (re)established. In 1966, they acquired a small company called Horizon, and eventually merged the two companies, with the Horizon branding turning into a car name. The Itashi Horizon 100GT was the first car after this merge.

In the 1950s, Itashi Motor Corp began expanding, building factories all over the world, expanding their line-up of vehicles. This also left the company to create several subsidiaries to serve their other line-up of products, like batteries, lamps and the like. This was eventually named Itashi Electric.

While the 1970s and 1980s had the creation of the new Horizon lineup as well the ''Dengan'' and ''Karuda'' (known as the ''15-5Z'' in other regions), Itashi faced multiple internal issues and lawsuits from recalls. While producing some of the most incredible cars in the 1990s, Itashi Motor faced several financial troubles, leading them to join [[Boulogne]] in a joint-venture called [[BIF Group|BI Group]] in early 1999. This proved to be what was needed to survive and after the release of the Horizon 350R in 1999, the company did a quick turnaround, as well having good sales of the popular ''Moment'' vehicle, in both its hatch and sedan configurations.

The Horizon lineup was decoupled from the R lineup in 2008, giving out a new name for it, ''Sunrise R''. The Horizon remained dedicated to being coupe and sedans while the ''Sunrise R'' became the de facto supercar of the company.

In 2016, Itashi purchased over 40% of [[Fusehiro|Fusehiro Motors]]' shares, turning them into a member of the group, now named [[BIF Group]], where each company had the same amount of shares while 1% was destined to the public. In 2017, Itashi faced another internal scandal, where the former CEO Henrique Matias Silva was found under-reporting his income to the Japan government and was arrested for 50 days before paying. This led to a cascade of multiple CEOs keeping their jobs for less than a year until Henrique was arrested for gang formation and was sentenced for 40 years in prison.

Despite the setbacks and lack of innovation, Itashi Motor Company continued to be prominent in several markets. After several years, they introduced the next generation of the ''Karuda'', called ''Karuda 400'', also known as the ''40-5Z'' outside of Japan, a proper sports car in its own right.

During late 2024 to early 2025, Itashi decided to sell part of the company to [[Hamamatsu]]. During the talks about integration, Hamamatsu wanted to outright buy Itashi but many company executives rejected the idea, and the BIF Group also disliked this notion. In early 2025, Hamamatsu ended their side of the deal unilaterally, citing that the ‘BIF Group was making it difficult for discussions to occur’.

=== SHIMO ===
'''SHIMO''' stands for Ita'''''shi Mo'''''torsport. SHIMO is a division of Itashi focused on motorsports and performance-oriented vehicles, sold all over the world. Created in 1964, SHIMO was originally called “Itashi National Motorsport”, who decided to sponsor several racing teams in the early days of the Japanese Grand Touring competitions. It was fairly successful and since then the company created their own SHIMO teams to go in JGT and FIMV competitions.

Due to its success, SHIMO has created multiple performance-oriented vehicles over the years, taking base models and tuning them up to the maximum performance they could get.

== Featured Vehicles In Project Redline ==

=== Regular ===

==== 15-5Z (1971) ====
The first generation Karuda or 5Z lineup was Karuda 100 or 10-5Z, but it went through a minor revision, leading to the Karuda 105 or 15-5Z. With a much needed refreshed look and sportier design, it was made as an homologation piece for JGT Group D races, and it went on to sell over triple digits in the USA alone. Some call it the most successful JDM car ever made.

This version of the 5Z comes with a 2.3L inline-6 engine in a FR configuration, and 5-speed manual transmission.

==== 40-5Z (2022) ====
The latest generation of the Karuda, known as 5Z outside of Japan, arrived with the Karuda 400 or 40-5Z if you prefer. A new era sports car from Itashi, the 40-5Z comes right at the time where the company was starting to have troubles selling some of their vehicles due to underperforming designs. The design of the vehicle riffs off the classic Karuda 100/10-5Z and Karuda 105/15-5Z, while having elements from all cars during its multiple generations run.

This new generation of the vehicle sports a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 in a FR configuration, with a 6-speed manual transmission.

==== Diana 5R (1999) ====
Sharing a platform with the Plata lineup, the last Diana went out with a bang. The Diana 5R brings the best of the R lineup, adding a turbocharger, and tightening the suspension and diferential to be much safer and suited for track racing. To complete the look, new bodywork and wheels from Roll Automotive.

The Diana 5R comes with a 2.0L Turbocharged engine, with a 6-speed manual transmission and FR layout.

==== Horizon 350R (1999) ====
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After the lukewarm Horizon 300 series, Itashi went back to the drawing board with a new design that would be one of the most iconic ever. The tenth generation of the Horizon series was released in 1998 and in 1999, the new SHIMO tuned 350R made its debut. It received minor updates until 2002, when it was discontinued, leaving a hole in the hearts of JDM lovers. Its popularity was well deserved, as it was one of the best cars that Itashi had produced until then.

Sporting the same engine as the previous generation, the Horizon 350R carries a 2.6L twin-turbocharged inline-6 with a F4 configuration with a 6-speed manual transmission.

==== Horizon 350R JGT (1999) ====
The racing-only version of the Horizon 350R is an instant classic and a winner of many JGT races from 1999 until 2005, taking all the wins in 2003, its best year. A complete domination over the rivals, this legendary vehicle stands out from being endurance capable, as it finished second in the 2000 24H GrinVits Ros circuit.

The 350R JGT carries a 2.6L twin-turbocharged inline-6 with a FR configuration with a 6-speed manual transmission.

==== Horizon 400 Sedan (2019) ====
With the release of the Sunrise R, Itashi repositioned the Horizon to be sedan only, and only minor increments in its name. The end result is the 400 Sedan, a refreshed version of the 400 released in 2014. With a more aggressive look in comparison to its original debut, the 400 Sedan remains a fantastic option to commute through Japanese roads. It is sold outside of Japan as the Lux S400-3.

This new version of the car comes with an engine change, a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 in a F4 configuration, with a 7-speed automatic transmission.

==== Plata 18X (1994) ====
Sharing a platform with the Diana lineup, the Plata 18X was sold in different markets as the Plata 20X and Plata 24X but the car remains the same no matter the location. An unapologetically good car, that looks simple and frail but carries an engine with a turbo, making it a remarkable unremarkable car. Usually the start car in video games for a reason, it’s the entry-level JDM experience and it shows.

The Plata 18X comes with a 2.0L Turbocharged engine, with a 5-speed manual transmission and FR layout, making it perfect for beginner drift racers.

==== Sunrise R (2022) ====
While many called Itashi short-sighted for separating the Horizon higher trim into its own car, the company got the last laugh as the Sunrise launched in 2008 and remained on the company’s portfolio until 2025. The “Road Monster” as it’s known is the fastest Japanese supercar that survived just about everything thrown at it and continued to thrive. In 2022, Itashi finally gave it a new R trim, with minor changes to its aesthetics. Over 50 thousand units of the Sunrise R were sold in its 17-year run.

This trim of the vehicle is powered by a 3.8L twin-turbocharged V6, with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission in F4 layout.

==== Sunrise R JGT (2012) ====
The new generation of supercars needed a new champion and the Sunrise R JGT was exactly that. Made to replace the aging Karuda 300/30-5Z JGT, the “Road Monster” dominated the Japanese Grand Touring Group C competition. Not only was it fast, it was also reliable, with the same vehicle finishing several races, including endurance races, in a year without engine or suspension damage, a feat no other car had done before or since.

The vehicle is powered by a 3.4L V8, with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission in FR layout, standard for competitions.

=== Custom ===

==== Sunrise SHIMO (2023) ====
The car that refused to die got a special treatment from SHIMO, getting a new carbon filled package. While not much changed engine wise, it is a visual treat for those that want a refreshed look to their favorite vehicle.

==== Horizon 350R Westsiders (2000) ====
A custom legend of the streets, the Horizon 350R Westsiders is a perfect recreation of the Horizon 350R used in a famous videogame series, with everything being replicated from its widebody kit to its custom decals. Legends say that its original owner is still telling racers to go home.

==== Azuma Stahl 350R-AZ (2000) ====
Azuma Stahl, a Japanese customization company, took the Horizon 350R and turned it into its own car, the 350R-AZ. Major differences include a new aggressive look, an all-black color, and better tuning of its engine.

==== Kiwako 40-5Z (2022) ====
Kiwako is a Japanese tuning based company specialized in parts and accessories, and they took the newly released Karuda 400 and made it into the Kiwako 400. Its popularity prior to release was so high that Kiwako started selling kits for the 40-5Z made outside of Japan, and even custom tune any 40-5Z that arrives at their door.

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Armand

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Full name Armand Société des Automobiles
Founded 1810, Paris
Country France
Products Automobiles, engines
Owners EuroNext Initiative (100%)
Slogan Find your Destination with Passion
Areas served Worldwide (minus North America)
Status Active
Based on Peugeot

History

The family business that preceded the current company was founded in 1810, with a focus on kitchen appliances and eventually bicycles. In 1858, the trademark for the three bars was granted to the company. Morel Armand Gaudin created the company’s first automobile using a steam engine in 1883 and in 1890, the company made their first vehicle with an internal combustion engine based on the work of Janik Weiss and Lasse Grüber.

Armand has done many firsts, such as the first manufacturer to fit rubber tires to a petrol-powered car. In 1896, Morel founded the Armand Société des Automobiles to focus just on automobiles, as well creating the first Armand-only engine, without any design from Weiss-Grüber. As time passed, Armand focused on motor racing, being the pioneers, with one of their cars winning the very first motor race.

During the First World War, Armand turned largely to arms production, becoming a major manufacturer of arms, military vehicles and others.

In 1926, the company introduced a 6-liter 25hp engine powered car called Model Q and while it was successful, the 1930’s Great Depression caused the company to have a major decrease in sales. The soon-to-happen World War II caused the company to almost go under, having only a few thousand sales in several years. Production came to halt during the war.

In 1946, 20 years after Model Q, Armand created three new models of cars, the sub-mini compact Sortie, the sedan Voyage and the luxury sedan Marcher. Several variants of these cars were sold over the years, making Armand return to profitability in record time.

In 1974, the company aimed high and acquired fellow french car maker Croisière, after the latter found itself in financial troubles. This created the ‘Armand-Croisière Groupe’ (or ACG) and both companies continued to operate independently.

After several new versions and revisions of their main cars, they introduced in 1983 the supermini Toujour, which was an instant hit, credited to make the company’s turnaround. Selling over sixty thousand units in France alone and at least one hundred thousand in Europe by the late 1980s, the Toujour continued its popularity with newer versions, and retired the Sortie line-up completely. The sequel for the sedan Voyage was called Solaire and it came in 1987, selling incredibly well.

In 2001, the company re-entered the medium car segment with the Criquet, as well its sedan and Shooting Brake variants with resounding success.

The pursuit of new markets led Armand to reestablish new factories in emerging countries, like China. After many dealings, a Chinese manufacturer decided to purchase 45% of Armand-Croisière Groupe’s share in 2013. In 2017, Embager sold Russell Charlon to the ACG.

Torino Automobili announced in 2019 the purchase of all the shares from the group and the ones owned by a Chinese manufacturer to integrate ACG into Torino, to create the EuroNext Initiative.

Armand was also no stranger to motorsports and during its best years, it also participated in several races and competitions, both as a team and just with vehicles. The company found its success, however, in rallying, winning six times the FIMV World Rally Competition, now known as the FIMV RallyTouring Championship, as well as having another six from its sister company, Croisière. Armand Sport was created to participate in these competitions and eventually took a life of its own.

Armand Sport

Founded in 1981, Armand Sport was originally a Rally only team. WIth exclusive cars, and drivers, the team was able to win the 1985 season of the FIMV World Rally Competition, now known as the FIMV RallyTouring Championship, and continued to snag victories in 1986,1987 and 1990 in several different Rally Groups and Categories.

After being successful with Rallying, the team moved over to Endurance Racing, then regular racing. After winning the 1992 Season of the FIMV 24H GrinVits and the FIMV World Championship, Armand Sport established itself as a brand name without any difficulty. In 1994, the company entered Formula A with engines for Woking and but soon left after internal pressures from several executives from the company, causing a lot of self-sabotaging to Woking and eventually other teams. Armand left Formula A in 2000 and has never supplied any other teams with engines since.

Naturally, the name Armand Sport meant a lot of motorsports so Armand capitalized on it by making exclusive factory-tuned versions of their cars to the general public.

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