F4 racing is the subject of this season's sports anime. To attract novices, use F4, not F1, F2, or even F3. To make matters even more beginner-friendly, the protagonist is a photojournalist with no prior racing experience.
There is a character named Haru in every sports anime, and Overtake is no exception. Haru is a blue-eyed, black-haired race car driver who captivates viewers. Since he lacks any other distinguishable personality, at least he has that. All the "enthusiasm and spirit" went to the MC photographer; all the father figure's kind, "let me show you the ropes" vibes went to him; and all the competitor drivers' genuine talent and cockiness went to them. I hope Haru has the opportunity to shine soon.
Regarding the race itself, there's nothing about Haru's style of driving that sets it apart from other drivers; the car itself is distinctive, and that's because the group doesn't have any sponsors at the beginning, so it's essentially a blank canvas. If you don't have motion sickness, the general driving animation is amazing yet disorienting. The animation showcases the swift automobiles along with intense audio. Even the rando who leads the protagonist to rival organization Belsorriso gets a Fast and Furious-esque driving sequence.
In general, if you're searching for a lighthearted sports anime, I suggest this one. It's not horrible-certainly worse-but thus far, it's just an enjoyable introduction to driving a race vehicle. This one's probably not for you if you watch Formula One.
