Knocking off WORK...

One of the biggest JDM wheel design thieves of the industry has struck again. With the recent launch of their newest ripped-off design, this hackneyed company has done their part in inserting just a few more thorns into the thigh of yet another legitimate Japanese wheel company.

FAKE

Rota D2-EX

REAL

WORK Meister S1R

 JDMphasis... Innovation over Imitation

Access Evolution Developing Carbon Rear for the V36 Coupe?

The Toyota 86/Subaru BRZ has been the recipient of much attention over the past few months; new parts seemingly launching daily. It is safe to suggest that when new parts for one's project vehicle (whatever it may be) debut, interest is piqued. Hardly equaling the level of frenzy and excitement as some of these new Toyobaru reveals, it appears as though Access Evolution is in the midst of developing a new rear end for the V36 coupe. Exciting news for a V36 owner like myself! The majority of V36 enthusiasts bemoan often the lack of aftermarket options for the car.


Personally, I have struggled with the rear of the G. A lot. In my opinion, there is just something about the backside of a G37 that leaves a bit to be desired. I have swapped out the stock rear bumper for the Zele Performance rear bumper. I opted to forego the option of the Zele GT rear under spoiler set and took a risk in trying to retro-fit a Z33 Top Secret carbon fiber rear diffuser. After the mock-up/test fit, I decided I was not in love with that look, so I sold the diffuser. I currently have something else in the works that I think will give the rear of the G the perfect look for me. We'll see... But not for a couple months.


Anyway, still unsure as to the availability status of this prototype, below is the recent rendering of a new rear being developed for the coupe by Access Evolution. From the blueprint, the design appears to be rather aggressive, as compared to the bland stock rear bumper of the V36 coupe. Nonetheless, I really like it. Of course, this is not the final product, but if it is anything close to this, it will earn a 'thumbs-up' from JDMphasis...

(Source: Carview Japan)

Now, I can't help but wonder how long it will take for the unprincipled, unethical, and unscrupulous replicators to get a hold of one...

Represent

I have sent out a few JDMphasis decals to this point. The first to surface is on the window of a 2012 E92 M3. This M is being built with nothing but quality parts, many of which happen to be from The Land of the Rising Sun. I want to thank Los Angeles native, Kevin, for following the blog and, more importantly, for refusing to cut corners with his build. Keep your eyes peeled for a JDMphasis feature of this JDM-infused Bimmer in the coming months... Thanks again for your support, Kev.

JDMphasis... Innovation over Imitation

Amusing Photography...

My compulsion towards the parts of the Japanese Domestic Market is not based on a personal assessment of performance superiority. It is about design, quality, and attention to detail. Likely my biggest obsession of the industry, Power House Amuse is quite possibly the superlative of JDM parts. Hardly boring or run-of-the-mill, the products that come out of their facility in Chiba are not simply functional components to be admired momentarily pre-installation only to be forsaken shortly after brusque acknowledgment of any performance benefit or gain. Every Amuse part contains an all-too-real element of genuine automotive artistry.

Quad-Tipped V36 Sedan by Access Evolution

The importance of a clean ride...

Incredibly clean NSX sitting pretty on a set of gold Volk GT-Cs.

As seen at a recent JDM ST meet...