Street Alpha Podcast

Street Alpha
Street Alpha Podcast

Get into the driver's seat with Street Alpha Podcast! Join our podcast as we explore the stories of prominent figures in the car community, dive into controversial topics, and get the latest news from the car scene. Let us be your guide to the ever-changing world of cars and all their secrets.

  1. OCT 25

    Keiichi Tsuchiya The Drift King Talks Drifting, Formula D and What The Future Holds For Motorsports

    In today’s episode, we have the honor of sitting down with the legendary Keiichi Tsuchiya, famously known as the "Drift King." We dive into his incredible career in motorsports, exploring how he revolutionized the art of drifting and his passion for cars. Tsuchiya shares insights into his early days in racing, the pivotal moments that shaped his journey, and the cars that have defined his career. We also get his take on the modern drifting scene and how it has evolved since he first started, from the techniques to the culture that surrounds it. Whether you're a die-hard fan of motorsports or just discovering the world of drifting, this conversation is packed with fascinating stories and valuable perspectives from one of the sport's most influential figures. Keiichi Tsuchiya's Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/driftkingtelevsion // Interpreter// Shota Yaguchi Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shotayaguchifilms Huge Thanks to @racersandtuners and @driftbattleusa for allowing us to film this interview. Footage Credits: @shotayaguchifilms | @coywhite | @Jeremy.media |  @formuladrift  FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcast TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcast SPONSORS: MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    24 min
  2. SEPT 20

    Sonic On Building $100,000 Honda Civics, Racing in Connecticut, and Breaking All Motor Honda Records

    In today's episode, we sit down with Sonic, Ahmed, and Bari to talk about some of the most controversial races from back in the day. From racing Hondas to now owning a shop called New England Motors, Sonic and the crew have made a name for themselves by breaking world records in multiple classes, all while having some of the cleanest Hondas around. We also discuss Batman's S2000 racing against Hesi and upcoming call outs. This episode was a fun one, so sit back, relax, and enjoy! 00:00 Intro 01:09 Street Alpha Merch 01:31 New York Vs Connecticut Pizza 04:29 The Race That Inspired Sonic 06:24 Sonics First K Swap 06:52 Who Was The First To Put K Swap a Honda 08:06 Who Made The AWD K Swap Popular? 10:03 E Town Drag Racing 10:49 Why Sonic Opened Up a Shop 14:45 How Sonic and His Brothers Opened Up New England Motors 16:27 How Clean Pictures Help With Car Sales 17:45 Why Ahmed Keeps The Shop Super Clean 19:14 How Sonic Met Bari 20:12 Racing In NY 21:29 New Generation of Street Racing 24:03 Street Outlaws Influence On Street Racing 25:34 Nutty Money Races 29:07 Sonic Vs Hi Boost 33:31 How Sonic Came Up With His Name 36:32 Street Racing Back Then In CT 37:30 Which Tri-State Has The Best Racing 38:21 The New York Street Racing Culture 40:03 Batman's Viral Race 41:04 Batman's Switch To An Auto For The S2K 42:06 The Price To Build A Fast Car Today 43:24 Why Batman Bought An S2000 49:54 Batman Vs Hesi 01:05:10 Why Sonic Doesn't Street Race 01:06:16 Batman Callouts 01:08:59 Drag Racing Vs Roll Racing 01:10:58 World Cup Finals 2023 01:12:43 World's First Stock Chassis All Motor 8 Second Car 01:15:59 How Sonic Met Jamie Marsh 01:16:28 FTW Purple Race Gas 01:19:53 Jamie Marsh's Ambition 01:22:26 Why Sonic's Cars Are Consistent 01:24:07 Sonics Car Build Specs 01:24:58 Sonic Racing Against A 2JZ BMW 01:26:10 Why People Don't Respect Hondas 01:27:46 Power To Weight On The Street 01:29:43 Sonic Keeping Full Interior In His Race Cars 01:31:14 The Pressure Of Street Racing 01:33:25 Races From Back In The Day 01:35:00 How BMW's Changed Street Racing 01:35:44 Cacho Vs White Porsche 01:36:34 Cacho Vs Rodney 01:37:21 GTR VS Honda Civic 01:42:16 Sonics Youtube Channel 01:43:33 Surprise Guest 01:45:24 The Difference In Paint Job Quality 01:46:16 Best Honda Engine To Start With 01:48:51 The Best Power Level To Drive On The Street 01:51:49 Honda Civics Vs Bolt On BMW's 01:52:52 Tuning With Hondas 01:54:26 B Series Vs K Series 01:57:34 How Much It Costs To Build A Honda 02:00:11 Dream Honda Build 02:02:56 Honda Prices In Today's Market 02:04:03 How Much It Costs To Restore A Honda 02:05:19 Where To Go To Repair an NSX 02:06:53 The Best Honda Chassis For Drag Racing 02:08:06 Why Ahmed Builds Clean Cars 02:10:49 What's Next For Sonic and The Team 02:13:37 Why R&D Has Stopped For Hondas 02:15:34 Vacuum Pumps In Honda All Motor Class 02:17:33 Why Big Companies Need To Come Out To Events 02:18:04 Why You Don't See Hondas At TX2K 02:19:11 Cleetus Mcfarland AWD Shootout 02:20:18 Future Events Sonic Will Be Attending //Street Alpha Podcast Merch: ?utm_source=copyToPasteBoard&utm_medium=product-links&utm_content=web Sonic Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonic203 Bari Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/batmansst Ahmed Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aglanraceworkss FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcast TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcast SPONSORS: MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    2h 24m
  3. AUG 23

    GSC Power Division On How To Spec A Camshaft , Stock Camshaft Reliability, and NA Vs Boosted Cams

    In this episode of the Street Alpha Podcast, we dive deep into the world of camshafts with Greg from GSC. We discuss how to spec the right camshaft for your build, whether it's NA or boosted, and explore how camshafts are made. Learn if stock camshafts are worth it, which aftermarket options are best, and get tips on picking the perfect camshaft for your setup. Tune in to discover everything you need to know about camshafts in the automotive world! GSC Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gscpower/ GSC Official Website: https://www.power-division.com/ FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcast TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcast 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:43 How GSC Started 00:09:55 How Camshafts Work 00:12:10 How Camshafts Are Made 00:15:06 Choosing Camshafts For The Right Reasons 00:19:10 Overbuilding Camshafts For Future 00:22:54 Camshafts For Street Alpha Build 00:25:28 RB26 1500hp Camshaft Spec 00:28:12 GSC Camshaft Series 00:30:15 Understanding Camshaft Specs 00:31:59 Why GSC Doesn't Work On LS Engines 00:33:51 Camshaft Advertised Duration 00:35:29 BMW Camshafts 00:39:09 B58 Vs S58 Valve-train Differences 00:43:46 1200HP S58 Camshaft 00:45:19 White Rice 2JZ Build 00:47:44 Back To The BMW S58 Limitations 00:50:07 Making 1000HP Is Not The Same Anymore 00:51:38 Valve Spring Technology Advancements 00:51:59 Dual Springs Vs Conical Springs 00:53:40 F150 Coyote Cams 00:56:11 OEM Coyote Cams Vs Aftermarket 00:57:12 NA Vs Boosted Camshafts 00:58:49 The Best Camshaft For A Boosted F150 Coyote 01:01:54 GSC Honda Projects 01:04:00 Myles Gringotegra Build 01:04:20 Honda B Series Limitations 01:08:49 Lamborghini Cams 01:12:22 Lamborghini Valve-train Limitations 01:16:16 Why Most Of The Fastest Cars Run GSC Parts 01:17:45 GSC Developing For RB26 01:19:59 Cast Vs Billet Camshafts 01:21:28 Who Should Run Billet Cams 01:23:39 The Downside Of Running Cast Cams 01:24:12 DLC Coated Buckets With Billet Cams Myth 01:27:24 Do All Camshaft Manufactures Have The Same Machinery 01:29:29 Copy And Paste Manufacturers 01:32:05 Whats Next For GSC 01:33:38 GSC C8 Involvement 01:35:34 How Greg Feels About Cam Chop 01:37:21 Coyote Copied GTR 01:38:49 Customer Requests For Cam Chop 01:40:09 How EV Cars Lack Character SPONSORS: MINTY DETAILING: https://www.instagram.com/mintydetailing/ FOLLOW STREET ALPHA PODCAST ON: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/streetalphapodcast TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@streetalphapodcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    1h 42m

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Get into the driver's seat with Street Alpha Podcast! Join our podcast as we explore the stories of prominent figures in the car community, dive into controversial topics, and get the latest news from the car scene. Let us be your guide to the ever-changing world of cars and all their secrets.

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