Nasu: A Migratory Bird with Suitcase centers on Team Pao Pao Beer, a group of cyclists who travel east to participate in the Japan Cup. In what may be their final season together, Pepe Benengeli and teammate Jean Luigi Ciocci face an uncertain future. After the unfortunate loss of their hero, Marco Rondanini, Team Pao Pao Beer must come to terms with this tragedy and must weigh the value of their lives as cyclists. Professional cycling is serious business as there are many challenges and limits to riding. As the duo push their boundaries, we experience that misfortunes can often be a source of inspiration.

Bakusou Kyoudai Let's & Go!! is an adventurous sports anime that focuses on two young brothers named Retsu and Go Seiba. After receiving awesome racing cars called “Mini 4WD” by Dr. Tsuchia, we watch the boys train and supe up their vehicles to contend in Japans Cup, a popular competition where racers battle the best of the best in the circuit. Based on a manga, this racing anime is a classic recommended for all ages. The characters, story, animation, and overall theme bring back a sense of childhood nostalgia, and we can’t help but revisit this colorful racing anime.

Future GPX Cyber Formula captures the story of 14-year-old Hayato Kazami, an impressive Cyber Formula driver and the youngest to compete. In the 10th annual Cyber Formula Grand Prix, Hayato strives to win with help from advanced cybernavigation system Asurada and significant support from team Sugo. The journey to winning will not come easy for Hayato, as he must learn that it takes more than the best equipment to win. As he earns the respect of veteran drivers, takes part in various races, and prevents thieves from taking his cybernavigation, Hayato embraces the value of hard work and determination. Additionally, Future GPX Cyber Formula is audacious, presenting to viewers heartwarming and reflective moments.

The year is 2048 and the “Immortal Grand Prix” or IGPX for short, is all the rage. The IGPX is the fastest and most exciting motorsport in existence. It is so epic that a whole city is designated for the event. IG Machines—high-tech humanoid mechas—are driven in teams of three; racing at high speeds, the teams must complete three laps of the massive track. Takeshi Jinno is the up-and-comer in the IG1. A member of team Satomi, we watch Takeshi evolve as a person and a pilot. With machine, personality, and teamwork, our characters learn hard lessons in humility and competitive spirit. Furthermore, aside from the character diversity, IGPX: Immortal Grand Prix is a spectacular racing anime that gets the blood pumping and the juices flowing.

Ride Back is an action, sci-fi anime set in the near distant future in which the Global Government Plan (GGP) has taken control of the planet. Rin Ogata is a promising and talented ballet dancer, but her career was cut short after she suffered a severe injury forcing her to quit her passion. After several years, while attending Musashino University, Rin comes across a club that participates in racing a “Rideback,” a transforming motorbike. A riding natural, her prior dancing skills make her exceptional, making Rin a prime target of the GGP. After discovering the origin of ridebacks, Rin learns that various political factions have used these vehicles to pursue nefarious agendas, ultimately taking the fun out of the game. But what is it about riding Fuego that makes Rin’s heart race? Is it being involved in something bigger than herself?

The Initial D franchise is probably the most recognized sports anime to date providing action-packed racing, the rules of the road, and overcoming personal obstacles. Takumi Fujiwara has never lost a race, defeating just about every racing team in the region. Now, it all comes down to one last run with his opponent driving an identical car to his, the famed AE86. The situation boils down to one thing—which driver can handle the Trueno best? With instinct and technique, Initial D Final Stage shows those intrigued with racing that it takes more than competence to be good at a sport. Heart, passion, and a willingness to familiarize oneself with the subject are essential.

Uma Musume: Pretty Derby follows the story of “horse girls,” great racehorses of the past reincarnated as girls with the ability and speed of these magnificent creatures. The best horse girls attend Tokyo’s Tracen Academy in the hope of becoming the best in the league as both racers and idols. One of many horse girls we encounter is Special Week, a high school horse girl hailing from the countryside who just transferred to Tracen. Vowing to be the best, Rin notices fellow student Silence Suzuka, emulating her riding style and determined to be on her team.

Inspired by famous racehorses in competition, viewers get to learn more about the sport, technicalities, and backgrounds. Moreover, we get to experience the group’s motivation, working and training extremely hard to accomplish their goals and dreams. The cast of characters is very diverse, striving to highlight each girl’s characteristics and diversity. Uma Musume: Pretty Derby is bright and lively, making it a very entertaining series.

The setting is modern-day Germany. The country is plagued by an outbreak of “Amalgams,” cybernetic entities that emerge from rotting flesh with the ability to fuse with technology to advance their needs. An uncontrollable force, the Xenogenesis Assault Team (XAT) is established to contain this threat. The XAT’s other objective is also researching “amalgamated” humans who possess rationality and are far more dangerous than their counterparts. Joseph Jobson is an amalgamated human whose unfortunate encounter with Gerd Frentzen makes him a priority target of the XAT. Transforming into the Blassreiter, the strongest Amalgam in existence, Joseph must combat his enemies to unlock the truth of his past and the Amalgam occurrence. The race between good and evil becomes visible, countering the affliction of these robot zombies before society is unable to contain this danger. Strap yourself in because this show packs a lot of thrills.

Yowamushi Pedal is a story about Sakamichi Onoda, a happy, optimistic guy who is eager to join his school’s anime club. Unfortunately, due to limited membership, the anime club has been disbanded. Determined to get it going again, Onoda starts the process of revival and recruitment. Still, with little luck, Sakamichi decides one day to make his regular trip to Akihabara—a 90-kilometer ride round trip—when, suddenly, Shunsuke Imaizumi, an avid cyclist, meets him along the way. As the school is recognized as a prime location for cycling training, Shunsuke is in awe with the way Onoda can trek such distances with his “mom bike.” From this moment, Shunsuke challenges him, proposing that he will join the anime club if Onoda wins, but does he?

Many may question where the excitement lies when it comes to cycling but, rest assured, as Onoda progresses, we become beyond exhilarated. Throughout each training session with various cyclists, there is always someone on the sidelines to explain specific techniques and how they are useful or detrimental to riding. Combining practice with skill, Yowamushi Pedal focuses on the story of an underdog racing to become the top dog.

The film Redline is about an exciting no-holds-barred race held every five years and the most anticipated event in the universe. Taking it past the limit, we are introduced to JP, an extreme racer who is eager to test his skill against the only other human competitor, Sonoshee McLaren. Unlike the previous years, this time will be incredibly more dangerous as it’s announced that the event will occur on the planet Roboworld where corrupt citizens have their sights set on making the race profitable for their devious objectives. However, this threat doesn’t turn away racers but engages them, adding to the excitement. Relying on speed and skill, JP is going to undertake the greatest adventure of his racing career. With its fun and exciting storyline, Redline encompasses the essence of racing anime, as competition is fierce and the overall story and characters make the film truly enjoyable.