★Written by award‑winning comic book scribe David Pepose—winner of the Ringo Award and creator of acclaimed series like “The Savage Avengers” and “Fantastic Four”—and brought to life in collaboration with veteran Italian artist Davide Tinto, whose work includes Marvel’s “Ultraman: The Mystery of the Seven Stars” and “Star Wars: Bounty Hunters,” this hard‑core modern take revives a legendary classic from Tatsunoko Production.
★Officially licensed by Tatsunoko Production! Tatsunoko’s other iconic IPs include timeless classics such as “Dancouga – Super Beast Machine God,” “Super Dimension Fortress Macross,” and “BattleTech Gundalian Invaders,” and the studio has also contributed to works like “Neon Genesis Evangelion.”
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★A fresh, contemporary perspective delivers high‑octane storytelling. Breaking away from conventional racing narratives, it transports the action to the perilous underground street‑racing scene—where survival hinges on speed, skill, and cunning amid bullets, explosions, and ruthless tactics—perfectly blending the thrill of competition with the bonds of family.
★A must‑read for all ages, awakening the spirit of childhood. Whether you’re a die‑hard car enthusiast or a young reader chasing visual excitement, this graphic novel will pump your adrenaline while bridging generations through the shared dream of motorsport—offering both collector’s appeal and pure reading pleasure.

Get ready for a brand‑new take on “Speed Racer”! Here, the underground racing world is fraught with danger—criminal syndicates have set their sights on his family, and the road to victory is paved with gunfire, betrayal, and scorching tires. In this explosive reboot co-created by David Peppos and David Tinto, Speed Racer’s greatest challenge isn’t the race itself… it’s surviving once the checkered flag falls.
We’ll present a fresh perspective on Tatsuo Yoshida’s classic manga and anime, “Speed Racer” (also known as “Mach GoGoGo”), a series hailed by audiences as “the devil on wheels”! Speed Racer was born for the thrill of competition, but on the underground circuit, the rules are anything but fair. He dodges bullets, explosions, and every underhanded tactic imaginable, driven by one goal: to prove he’s the fastest. Yet when a ruthless crime ring targets his loved ones, his real battle shifts from the track to the streets. As the police close in and a masked racer lurks in the shadows, Speed is about to learn that some races can’t be won with horsepower alone.
“Speed Racer,” also titled “Mach GoGoGo,” is a TV anime produced by Tatsunoko Production, adapted from Tatsuo Yoshida’s manga. It premiered on Fuji Television in April 1967 and aired almost simultaneously across the U.S. in syndication. It was Tatsunoko’s second TV series and its first color production, one of the earliest Japanese animations to break into Western markets—and a particular hit in America.
At Tatsunoko, the “Speed Racer” franchise and its creative team were granted greater artistic freedom, allowing them to reimagine and reshape the story for the 21st century. The reimagined narrative blends a rich tapestry of influences.
The characters have been redesigned by artists David Peppos and David Tinto, lending the series a more contemporary flair. Beyond the ongoing comic book series centered on Speed’s adventures, official plans include additional spin‑offs that will explore other corners of the Speed universe and its supporting cast.
Each installment of this multifaceted saga is crafted by the creative team through a “writers’ room” process, ensuring a cohesive, unified continuity throughout.

David Pepose (Author)
David Pepose was once a crime reporter, now a Ringo Award–winning comic book creator. He has penned numerous works, including “Barbaric Avengers,” “Fantastic Four,” “Hulk,” “Avengers: Infinity,” “Darth Vader: Black, White & Red,” “Spencer & Locke,” “Going to Church,” “The Wizard of Oz,” and “Scout’s Honor.” Among these, “Spencer & Locke” earned the prestigious Ringo Award—one of the comic industry’s three major honors, alongside the Eisner and Harvey Awards.

He has worked as an artist for comic book companies such as IDW, 2000 AD/Rebellion, Valiant, Disney, Image, Marvel, and Mad Cave Studios.

David Tinto (Illustrator)
Born in Naples, Italy, he graduated from the Naples Art High School and later completed a three-year comic‑making program at the “Italian School of Comics” in Naples (2005–2008). Early in his career, he was active in Europe’s independent comics scene, collaborating with publishers like Octane, Inteweb, Big Punch, Evil Kat, Giochi Uniti, and Reckless Hero. After appearing at New York Comic Con in 2018, he entered the Anglo‑American mainstream market.

His mainstream credits include: a long‑term collaborator with Rebellion/2000 AD in the UK; IDW’s “Marvel Action: Spider‑Man” issues #10–12, the cover of the new edition of “G.I. Joe,” “Star Wars: The Clone Wars – Tales of Battle,” and “Star Wars Adventures”; Valiant’s “The Visitor”; Image Comics (on projects curated by Steve Orlando); Disney titles; and direct Marvel series, including the five‑issue arc “Ultraman: The Mystery of the Seven Stars,” “Star Wars: Bounty Hunters” issues #37–41, “Demon Reign: Supreme Quartet,” and “Guardians of the Galaxy: The Brastal Catastrophe.”

Buddy Boudoin (Type Design)
A professional comic‑book letterer and writer, his clients include Mad Cave Studios, DC, Dark Horse, and Image. His original comic, “The Raven,” is now available across all channels.