Jay Leno's Garage (2013) Season 9 Episode 44 Speedhunters Scion Turner Challenge 2015 FR-S
- April 13, 2015
As car enthusiasts, we all have our favorites, whether it be a classic muscle car or a modern sports car. For the Speedhunters Scion Turner Challenge 2015 FR-S episode of Jay Leno's Garage season 9, we get to see Jay Leno's enthusiasm for the Scion FR-S (aka the Toyota 86) as he meets with the Scion Racing team to examine their entry for the 2015 Formula Drift Pro Championship.
The car in question is the Scion FR-S build known as the Speedhunters Scion Racing FR-S, which is being prepared for the 2015 Formula Drift season. The car has been customized specifically for drifting, with a number of high-performance upgrades such as a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, carbon fiber bodywork, and a custom suspension setup.
Jay gets a tour of the car from driver Fredric Aasbo and team manager Stephanie Turner, who explain the various modifications that have been made to the car in order to make it competitive on the track. He also gets a chance to test drive the FR-S, and is impressed with its agile handling and overall performance on the road.
Overall, the Speedhunters Scion Turner Challenge 2015 FR-S episode is a great showcase for a car that's not only popular with car enthusiasts, but also with professional drivers who demand the highest level of performance from their vehicles. Whether you're a fan of drifting, sports cars, or just love to see Jay Leno get behind the wheel of a high-performance vehicle, this episode is definitely worth watching.