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Dylan stands in front of his kaido racer MK2 Toyota Supra with his hands outstretched.

The Supra Build Went From Bad To Worse.

Projects like these remind us that the path to perfection is rarely a straight line. We’re back with another update on Dylan’s Supra, and this time, the focus has shifted...

The Supra Build Went From Bad To Worse.

Projects like these remind us that the path to perfection is rarely a straight line. We’re back with another update on Dylan’s Supra, and this time, the focus has shifted...

Studio LAB Eagle Mask JDM Toyota sedan kaido racer with Datsun 240Z in the background in the rain being driven at New Year Touring 2025.

PNW Kaido Racer New Year Touring 2025.

What better way to kick off the new year than cruising through the city in loud, eye-catching kaido racers? It’s crazy for us to consider that we are on the...

PNW Kaido Racer New Year Touring 2025.

What better way to kick off the new year than cruising through the city in loud, eye-catching kaido racers? It’s crazy for us to consider that we are on the...

Reid from Checkpoint's Rudeboy Custom X7 Toyota Cressida silhouette kaido racer build being driven down a two lane road.

Reid’s Silhouette Kaido Racer X7 Cressida in Ca...

Reid has again done it and built a car that staggered us all. This project showcases an insane build redefining this niche of North American custom car culture influenced by...

Reid’s Silhouette Kaido Racer X7 Cressida in Ca...

Reid has again done it and built a car that staggered us all. This project showcases an insane build redefining this niche of North American custom car culture influenced by...

Alex and Dylan from Checkpoint in front of their G35 sedan drift car at Mission Raceway Park.

Checkpoint 2024 Year In Review.

𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙔𝙤𝙪. As 2024 comes to a close, we wanted to reflect on an incredible year by creating something special. This year was packed with unforgettable moments, from building cars...

Checkpoint 2024 Year In Review.

𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙔𝙤𝙪. As 2024 comes to a close, we wanted to reflect on an incredible year by creating something special. This year was packed with unforgettable moments, from building cars...

This 5MGE Sounds INSANE!

This 5MGE Sounds INSANE!

Over the last few weeks, we made some progress on Dylan’s Supra. Rudeboy got to work on cutting up four unique sections of the frame and re-welding them with fresh...

This 5MGE Sounds INSANE!

Over the last few weeks, we made some progress on Dylan’s Supra. Rudeboy got to work on cutting up four unique sections of the frame and re-welding them with fresh...

RWB Dreams: A 36-Hour Adventure In LA

RWB Dreams: A 36-Hour Adventure In LA

Some weekends aren’t just memorable—they etch themselves into your story.  A few weeks ago, Paul and I took a whirlwind 36-hour trip from Vancouver to Los Angeles, driven by a...

RWB Dreams: A 36-Hour Adventure In LA

Some weekends aren’t just memorable—they etch themselves into your story.  A few weeks ago, Paul and I took a whirlwind 36-hour trip from Vancouver to Los Angeles, driven by a...