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Duct Tape

Gum Tape Deathmatch or Duct Tape Deathmatch (ガムテープデスマッチ) is Shingo Shoji's challenge proposed to Takumi Fujiwara

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In this handicap match, both drivers tape their right hand to the steering wheel for the duration of the race. By doing this, a driver limits their own steering capabilities and it makes turning a challenge in a rear wheel drive car, as "catching" a car's over-steer on the exit becomes quite difficult. In a front wheel drive car though, the use of the handbrake assists in turning the vehicle in corners. It is currently unknown if doing this would make turning a challenge in a four wheel drive car.