After a brief encounter, Kyoko finds herself deeply impressed—and somewhat "weak in the knees"—by Keisuke’s driving and personality.

This is one of the few times Keisuke is shown in a light other than purely competitive, though he remains hyper-focused on Project D's mission.

Fans often cite this episode for Takumi's surprising display of mechanical knowledge. He explains technical aspects of the AE86 to his friends, demonstrating how much he has matured since the early stages of the series.