about us
Elite Ti started with a simple goal: build parts we would trust on our own cars. What began in a small garage has evolved into a global brand known for uncompromising carbon fiber and titanium craftsmanship. Founded by a Marine veteran and lifelong automotive enthusiast, Elite Ti blends discipline, engineering, and artistry to push the limits of performance and design. We specialize in custom carbon fiber and titanium upgrades for JDM, time attack, and high-performance builds. From concept to final fitment, every piece is designed with one mindset: make it lighter, make it stronger, make it perfect.
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BUILT BY BUILDERS. FOR THE CHASSIS THAT DESERVE IT.

THE ETI STORY

ETi is a veteran-owned carbon fiber and titanium manufacturer, born in a Hawaii garage and built for drivers worldwide. We make parts for people who care about what goes on their car—and who stands behind it.
THE ETI STORY
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IT STARTED BECAUSE THE PART DIDN’T EXIST.

ETi began in 2010 with an S14 that had once been drifted by Ken Maeda, brought back to life panel by panel.
IT STARTED BECAUSE THE PART DIDN’T EXIST.
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THE EVO 8

Then came the Evo 8 that changed the direction of everything. It needed carbon parts nobody made, so founder Nate Benoit made them himself. One piece at a time. Friends’ cars came next. Then a community’s. What started as one builder solving his own problem became a company built around doing the same for chassis the market had overlooked.
THE EVO 8
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THE STANDARD CAME BEFORE THE NAME.

Before ETi, Nate served as an infantry Marine with India Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines in Helmand. That experience did not become a marketing angle. It became the operating code: prepare hard, own the outcome, and never send something you would not trust on your own car. The standard came home with him. Today, it lives in every mold, edge, mounting point, and final inspection.
THE STANDARD CAME BEFORE THE NAME.
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BUILT IN THE GARAGE. PROVEN IN PUBLIC.

In 2015, an ETi-equipped STI reached the SEMA floor. In 2022, the green FD known as the Hulk took the SEMA main hall and finished in the top forty of Battle of the Builders. Community runs that started in 2019 grew into a full factory by 2023. The parts got faster. The operation got bigger. The standard stayed the same. The part has to earn the badge.
BUILT IN THE GARAGE. PROVEN IN PUBLIC.
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THE CAR THAT LEADS THE COMPANY.

Our FD3S World Time Attack build did not arrive as a clean shell. It arrived as a half-cut, bare frame severed in two. We brought it back because that is what builders do. Today, that FD leads ETi development. It is where we test construction, fitment, heat, vibration, load, and the details that never show up in a studio photo. What survives there becomes better parts for the cars our customers drive, show, and race.
THE CAR THAT LEADS THE COMPANY.
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KEEP THE LEGENDS ALIVE. BUILD WHAT COMES NEXT.

Our catalog keeps proven and hard-to-source parts available for builders around the world. Our original designs and competition program create the parts that do not exist yet. Different roles. Same standard. Honest materials. Proper construction. Precise fitment. Real-world function. And people on the other end who actually know the chassis behind the order.
KEEP THE LEGENDS ALIVE. BUILD WHAT COMES NEXT.
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BUILT INTO A CULTURE.

ETi has never been only the parts. It is the builds that carry them. The group runs. The late nights. The owners who help spec the next product. The customers who become friends. The race teams willing to test everything where excuses disappear. When you bolt on ETi, you are part of the crew. That is the whole point.
BUILT INTO A CULTURE.
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WE SHOW UP.

When a fitment problem surfaced on an order in Japan, we did not hide behind email, blame shipping, or ask the customer to live with it. We flew out with a thirty-kilo crate, carried it across three train stations, traced the problem to a bad mold, and remade every part at our cost. That customer’s race team now runs with ETi sponsorship. That is the ETi Standard when nobody is watching.
WE SHOW UP.
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THE ETI STANDARD.

  • Made to order.
  • Built around the chassis.
  • Checked by people who know the part.
  • Lower weight where it matters.
  • OEM-level fitment.
  • Built to outlast the build it is on.
  • If it is not right, it does not ship.
Build the world’s best carbon and titanium for the chassis that deserve it. Stand behind every part. Treat every customer like part of the crew.
THE ETI STANDARD.
NATE BENOIT
NATE BENOIT
PETER
PETER
BOW
BOW
ALDWIN
ALDWIN
OUR TEAM

MEET THE CREW BEHIND THE CARBON

The Elite Ti team is a collective of builders, designers, and racers who share one belief: quality without compromise.

FOUNDER / LEAD VISIONARY

NATE BENOIT

Nate – I’m Nate. Before ETi was a company, it was just me wrenching on SEMA builds, FDs, a Supra, and whatever else I could get my hands on. One project turned into five, five turned into a garage full of carbon and titanium parts, and eventually this brand took on a life of its own. I’ve always cared about clean fitment, real performance, and building things the right way. That mindset shaped ETi from day one. It’s been a wild ride going from late-night projects to running a full operation, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. This is the life I always wanted to build.

PETER

I’m Peter. I’ve been in the fabrication and motorsports world for a long time, building custom cars, race setups, and composite parts for just about every platform that matters. When Nate and I linked up, the workflow clicked immediately. My role is keeping production tight, making sure every piece is consistent, and making sure the final fit and finish is something we’re proud to put our name on. I’ve seen a lot of shops and builds over the years, and ETi is the kind of project that keeps things exciting.

PRODUCTION MANAGER

BOW

I'm Bow. I look after production and order flow. Every order gets tracked by me from the moment it is placed until it is packed and on its way out. I am on the floor every week checking parts against the standard. Fit, finish, weave, edges, hardware. If a piece does not pass, it does not move forward. I would rather hold an order a few days than send out something we would not put on our own cars.

SALES & SUPPORT

ALDWIN

I'm Aldwin, and I help handle sales and customer support here at Elite Ti. If you ever have any questions, concerns, need updates on an order, or want to learn more about any of our products, feel free to reach out anytime. I'm always happy to help and do my best to get you the information you need. Whether you're planning a build, looking for a specific part, or just want to bounce around some ideas, don't hesitate to send me a message. Looking forward to helping more fellow enthusiasts along the way!

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SPONSORED DRIVERS

Our sponsored drivers represent the best in JDM, drift, and time attack culture.

They test, push, and prove the quality of every Elite Ti product.

MAD MIKE WHIDDETT
ROB DAHM
JON WONG

MAD MIKE WHIDDETT

Formula Drift Icon

Mad Mike needs no introduction. Drift icon, rotary fanatic, and the mind behind some of the wildest RX-7 builds on the planet. We support his Formula Drift program with the same mindset he brings to every car, which is to go harder than anyone else and make it look effortless.

ROB DAHM

Rotary Legend

Rob is a legend in the rotary world and the creator of one of the most extreme RX-7s ever built. His Pikes Peak program is all about pushing boundaries in a way only he can. Working with him lets us test our parts in real abuse conditions and be part of a build that represents pure innovation.

JON WONG

High-End Builder

Jon is a high-end builder, enthusiast, and long-time supporter of precision JDM culture. His FD RX-7, MK4 Supra, MR2, and other show cars reflect the exact values we care about. Clean work, thoughtful mods, and builds that stand out without trying too hard.

Every partnership reflects our dedication to performance, craftsmanship, and authenticity.

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