"The Need for Speed" is a brief animated film featured in the initial Star Wars Resistance season one. This short, the ninth of twelve, debuted on the Disney Channel's YouTube platform on December 24, 2018.
Jak Sivrak, acting as the announcer, declares that the upcoming race will decide if Hype Fazon will continue to hold his status as the top-ranked Ace, as the Ace Squadron gets ready to compete. As the countdown proceeds, Torra Doza and Hype trade barbs, with Torra expressing her firm intention to achieve victory. The Aces launch into the race, receiving enthusiastic support from spectators on the Colossus, and Torra quickly establishes a leading position as they navigate the sky rings. Torra utilizes the Blue Ace's boosters to extend her advantage, but Hype is not worried by her attempt to win. As they approach the final segment of the race, Torra feels confident about her impending win, but Hype overtakes her right at the finish line, noting that she depleted all of her booster fuel prematurely. Following his victory in the race, Hype makes the decision to express gratitude to the racer who consistently motivates him to win, who Torra believes is herself – but as usual, Hype is referring to himself.