HHQ: The Story Behind Z-Speed (Part 1)

Skunk2's origins, revealed.

Feb 7th, 2011 // Article By: Skunk2 Staff // Photographer: Skunk2 Staff

In an effort to stay on top of our game, several weeks ago we reached out to the community, asking for everyone’s Skunk2-related, "hard-hitting" questions. The questions would be directed at Skunk2’s owner and founder, Dave Hsu. Everyone's opinions, questions, and concerns were addressed, and we’ll knock through the list one by one. Some claimed that we wouldn't keep our promise; others said we'd sugar coat the process entirely by cherry-picking the easy questions.

Some may think that they know the connection between Z-Speed and Skunk2. Unfortunately, much of that so-called “knowledge" is far from the truth. Sit back and watch as Dave begins to reveal the real connection between the early-’90s Honda parts manufacturer and present-day Skunk2.

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4 comments

[1] Feb 7th, 2011 @ 4:57 PM

Z.Speed was ahead of its time. It came at the time where those parts weren't ready to sell yet to the crowd that was around. Everyone wanted the name brand in those years that were known. Look at the copy cat stuff that came a few years later, they all sold well even as non-name brands.

Funny how Dave opened this up in the public, which is cool. I know there's only a handful of people in the industry know that even know James/Z.Speed and that background. Especially with most of the people from back that know this are already out of the scene.

Cool story though Dave. :) We all had our stepping stones in how we got into this industry. Good to see your hardwork paid off!

[2] Feb 7th, 2011 @ 7:40 PM

Is dave going to comment on toser/henna, blox, and all the other back stories of sk2? Hehea

Kevin Truong

[3] Feb 11th, 2011 @ 11:53 AM

Dave, thank you for the breakdown of connection between Zspeed and Group A. I had no clue that you were distributing. All this time I thought you guys created/started the Zspeed line. Certainly took the line and made it seem as your own. Good stuff and I guess that's how you guys came to be. Every company gets its start from somewhere, and Skunk2's success is from passion and dedication. If not, Skunk2 would not be the same company it is today. Really good stuff. Thanks again for shedding light on the relation between Zspeed/GroupA.

ghettoracer

[4] Feb 11th, 2011 @ 12:52 PM

hi Dave, it's been a little while, looks like you've lost a bit of weight lately. at last, the view from your perspective. *rubs hands* good stuff so far. keep it coming.

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