Name: SPEEDHUNTERS Dino Dalle Carbonara on Podspeed #42
Uploaded: 2021-05-17T02:44:04.141122+00:00
Duration: 6486 s
Channel: GTChannel
Description: Dino Dalle Carbonare - editor at large of Speedhunters.com - is our guest today. Dino talks about how he ended up in Japan, how Speedhunters started and the Japanese tuner brands like RWB, Rocket Bunny and Liberty Walk when they were still unknown. We also had Dino stick around to give us his take on the newly announced Nissan GT-R NISMO.

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Dino Dalle Carbonare - editor at large of Speedhunters.com - is our guest today. Dino talks about how he ended up in Japan, how Speedhunters started and the Japanese tuner brands like RWB, Rocket Bunny and Liberty Walk when they were still unknown. We also had Dino stick around to give us his take on the newly announced Nissan GT-R NISMO.

<p>Dino Dalle Carbonare - editor at large of <a href="http://Speedhunters.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Speedhunters.com</a> - is our guest today. Dino talks about how he ended up in Japan, how Speedhunters started and the Japanese tuner brands like RWB, Rocket Bunny and Liberty Walk when they were still unknown. We also had Dino stick around to give us his take on the newly announced Nissan GT-R NISMO.</p>

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We kick off Podspeed Episode #42 by introducing our guest, Mr. Speedhunters himself: Dino Dalle Carbonare

Podspeed episode #42 - introduction

Sam and Taro get things going by talking about their own personal relationships with Mr. Speedhunter himself, Dino Dalle Carbonare.

How do we all know Dino?

Sam and Dino realize they haven't seen each other since they helped Jay Leno film some Nissan Skyline GT-R content in Japan. Taro and Dino also take a minute to flex their strong merch game, too!

Let's get this interview started

Dino Dalle Carbonare has been in Japan for quite a long time. And here he tells us how he first arrived in the country.

How did Dino get to Japan?

Dino Dalle Carbonare has been into cars since he was 2 years old, with the wild hillclimb cars of his youth that really ignited his passion. And with the UK car magazines of the time reporting on the car trends of Japan, it all set the stage for Dino's illustrious career.

Dino's lifelong passion for cars

We all know about the Nissan Skylines and Toyota Supras that roam Japan. But a deeper dive into the local scene reveals a hidden enthusiast scene that embraces everything from Italian-themed cars and coffee events to gatherings that celebrate weird French cars.

Japan's car culture continues to surprise

In Japan's high-pressure society, personalization and customization provide an opportunity for expression that could otherwise remain hidden. And through car culture, Japanese car enthusiasts can express the beauty and uniqueness that lies within.

Japanese car culture runs so deep

Dino Dalle Carbonare doesn't just gaijin-smash his way into car events. His reputation as a Speedhunter - and as one of the long-term foreign car correspondents in Japan - opens all the right doors .

Is there a benefit to being gaijin in Japan?

Bored with his finance career in Japan, Dino Dalle Carbonare picked up an early digital camera to start shooting the cars he saw around Japan - and the rest is history.

From finance to photography

From fewer than 10 people, to a team that now expands across the globe, Dino talks about the start and growth of Speedhunters.

The start of Speedhunters

If it came from Japan, chances are Dino Dalle Carbonare has seen it first. He met Akira Nakai back when he was just a track racer at Tsukuba, and has followed him as he transformed RWB into a global phenomenon. And with his connection to all things car culture, Dino has even helped Pagani organize its presence in Japan.

Speedhunters early memories

Remember that video where Jay Leno rolls up to a GT-R meet in Japan? Well, Dino Dalle Carbonare and our own Sam Mitani worked behind the scenes to make that happen.

Sam, Dino and Jay Leno in Japan

Dino, Sam and the production crew all had dinner with Jay Leno in Japan - right before they filmed the GT-R meet. Over dinner and drinks, Jay once again proved that he's a walking automotive encyclopedia.

Dinner in Japan with Jay Leno

Drifting legend Daigo Saito is known for his crazy builds. Dino Dalle Carbonare has seen them all, and this tube-framed, Toyota-powered GT-R is one of Saito's craziest.

Daigo Saito's crazy 2JZ-powered R32 GT-R

Daigo Saito isn't just a driver - he runs his own successful shop as well. Dino Dalle Carbonare walks us through his own visit to Fat Five Racing.

What's it like visiting Daigo Saito's shop?

Unfortunately, Toyota's mighty GR Yaris will never be officially sold in the US. Thankfully, we've got guys like Dino Dalle Carbonare to tell us what the car is actually like.

Dino on driving the Toyota GR Yaris

The GT Channel team is trying to get Dino to get his kids started in karting. But much to our surprise, we find out that most karting places in Japan require a valid driver's license.

You need a license to drive go-karts in Japan?

Remember those famous photos of the street-driven Porsche 962? That was all Dino. We ask him about some of the craziest cars he's covered in Japan.

Dino on shooting the street-driven Porsche 962

Even after decades of covering the car scene in Japan, Dino's favorite way to relax remains a spirited blast through the touge.

De-stressing with a blast through the mountains

Dino Dalle Carbonare's Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R is well-known throughout the world. Here, Dino walks us through the modifications he's made to his car.

If you're gonna hunt speed, you need something fast. Like an R34 GT-R.

Dino's modified GT-R is no slouch on the street, but is it fast on the racetrack? We'll let him answer that one. We also talk to Dino about his own wrenching abilities.

"Fast" is relative

It's Dino's job to have opinions about cars, so we ask him what he thinks about the new Nissan Z Proto.

Let's talk about the new Nissan Z Proto

The future looks bright for the Nissan Z Proto. Dino talks about how tuners are already getting an easy 600 horsepower out of the Z's new VR30 turbocharged engine.

Japan's VR 30 tuners are getting 600 hp with an exhaust and a

Lots of people have a very strong opinion about the current Toyota GR Supra. Dino talks about how he feels about the car, and how the car has been received in Japan.

Let's get controversial: Dino talks about the Toyota GR Supra

GR Supra customers in Japan are generally car otaku, so they're aware of the car's BMW lineage. But is this German connection helping or hurting the GR Supra in Japan?

Japan on the GR Supra's German heritage.

Dino is looking forward to the actual production version of the new Z. And if the spy shots are accurate, there will be a lot to love about this car.

Dino is excited for the new Nissan Z

The team once again discusses their thoughts on the GR Supra. And, well, we're sure to get some letters about this one.

The GR Supra still sparks debate

Japan is home to a host of car and car-themed events. Dino shares some of his favorites.

Dino's recommendations on car events to visit in Japan

Despite the pandemic and numerous lockdowns, car events are starting to come back in Japan.

Events are coming back in Japan

2020 saw Ebisu circuit get hit by yet another massive landslide. Dino, and car culture at large, got together to pool their talents to help raise funds for the legendary circuit's recovery.

Dino on the situation at Ebisu Circuit

We stop talking cars to answer the question that matters most in life: if you could only eat one type of food for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Italian vs. Japanese: which cuisine reigns supreme?

Before we let Mr Speedhunters, Dino Dalle Carbonare, leave us - we give him a moment to plug all the cool stuff he's got coming up.

What's coming up for Dino?

Dino Dalle Carbonare talks about his 1993 Porsche 964 - and it's '90s-era Tiptronic automatic gearbox.

That thing got a Tiptronic?

The Built By Legends team in Japan has crafted a very special R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R. Speedhunter-in-chief Dino Dalle Carbonare was first journalist to experience it in person.

The legend meets Built By Legends

The R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R remains an incredibly popular - and incredibly pricey - machine. But is there a market for a fully thought-out resto-mod? Dino and the GT Channel team discuss.

Is there a market for a resto-mod R32 GT-R?

Sam Mitani once again comes in hot with the scoop on the new R35 GT-R NISMO Special Edition.

The new R35 Nissan GT-R NISMO

Dino Dalle Carbonare has some deep roots with the GT-R brand, so we have him weigh in on the upcoming Nissan R35 GT-R NISMO Special Edition.

Dino weighs in on the Nissan GT-R NISMO Special Edition

Taro walks us through his first impressions of the upcoming Nissan GT-R NISMO Special Edition.

Taro gives his opinion on the Nissan R35 GT-R NISMO Special Edition

It's time for James to give his thoughts on the limited-edition Nissan GT-R. And he likes this way more than some of Nissan's other special editions. But will the market agree that this Nissan is worth McLaren money?

James gives his thoughts on the Nissan GT-R NISMO Special Edition

What else can one buy for the same price as a Nissan R35 GT-R NISMO Special Edition? This Nissan is going head-to-head with some very famous, very high-performance machines.

R35 or 911?

The Nissan R35 GT-R is an incredible performer, that's for sure. But is it as special as its price tag suggests?

Our R35 debate heats up.

If you know Dino Dalle Carbonare even a little bit, you already know his answer. But we can still talk about the collectability of all Nissan GT-Rs.

R34 or R35? For Dino, the answer is easy.

Our GT-R discussion heats up. How does this newest R35 GT-R NISMO Special Edition fare against the Nissan GT-R 50 by Italdesign?

GT-R NISMO vs Italdesign

So who really penned the Nissan GT-R 50 by Italdesign? And which R35 would our guest, Dino Dalle Carbonare, prefer to have in his own garage?

The truth behind the Nissan GT-R 50 by Italdesign

It seems like there's a new Nissan R36 GT-R rumor being started every week. At this stage of the game, it's hard to tell which - if any - are accurate.

Rumors of the next GT-R continue to abound.

Sam continues his list of the Top 50 Japanese enthusiast cars. But before we get to the new stuff, we kick things off with a recap of cars 50-41.

A recap of Sam's Top 50 Japanese enthusiast cars

Sitting comfortably at number 40 is the Nissan Z-based Infiniti G/Q60 coupe.

Sam's List: the Infiniti G/Q60 Coupe

There are a lot of different versions of the Infiniti G/Q60 out there, and Sam lets us know which one he would prefer to own.

Sam's List: which Infiniti G/Q60 is more "Sam"?

Now that Sam has made his case for the Infiniti Q60 coupe, it's time for the rest of the guys to share their thoughts.

Sam's List: The team weighs in on the Infiniti G/Q60 Coupe

Sam's list of the Top 50 Japanese enthusiast cars gets a visit from some spinning Doritos, this time in the form of the Mazda RX-8.

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