15-year-old Japanese prodigy shines on the world stage.
On May 31, 2025, at Formula Drift USA Round 3 “SCORCHED” held at Orlando Speed World in Florida, #168 Hiroya Minowa, representing Jerry Yang Racing, made history by taking the overall win at just 15 years old — the youngest driver ever to do so in FD USA history.
We at RSE / TOMEI USA are proud to celebrate this incredible achievement and extend our heartfelt congratulations to Hiroya and his entire team.
📌 Event Recap
- Date: May 30–31, 2025
- Location: Orlando Speed World, Florida
- Result: 1st place in tandem battles and overall champion
- Series Standings: Tied for 3rd (80 points)
🔥 Defeating the World’s Best – One Battle at a Time
Hiroya powered through an all-star lineup with precision and confidence, defeating some of the sport’s top names:
- Top 32: vs Dmitriy Brutskiy (ProSpec Champion)
- Top 16: vs Conor Shanahan (European Champion)
- Top 8: vs Fredric Aasbo (3-time FD Champion)
- Top 4: vs Aurimas Bakchis (known for raw speed)
- Final: vs Jhonnattan Castro (veteran from the Dominican Republic)
His intense chase battle against Aasbo left the crowd roaring, and in the Final, Hiroya sealed the win with flawless line, angle, and throttle control.
⚙ VR41 Power and Perfect Setup – Built to Win
Hiroya’s car is equipped with the VR41 stroker kit, a 4.1L engine co-developed by RSE and TOMEI USA, based on the VR38DETT platform.
Delivering both immense power and smooth drivability, the VR41 was key to Hiroya’s consistent runs and explosive acceleration.
With perfectly matched suspension tuning and gear ratios, the machine adapted to changing track conditions with ease.
Combined with Hiroya’s poise and sharp decision-making, this complete package led to a dominant and well-deserved victory.
🎌 Pushing Boundaries with the Next Generation
Hiroya’s triumph is more than just a win — it’s a beacon of inspiration for young talent worldwide.
At RSE / TOMEI USA, we are proud to stand behind him and support his ongoing journey with world-class technical resources and passion.
🙌 Let’s Keep Cheering Him On
This is just the beginning. Hiroya Minowa, only 15 years old, is already rewriting the record books — and your support means everything.
Let’s follow his journey as he continues to rise.
Next Stop: June 21 – New Jersey Round!
Be there to witness the next chapter in the making of a legend.
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