Thanks to the new Xtreme Drift Circuit Semi-Pro series the 2010 drift season is getting an early start at Irwindale Speedway AKA “The House Of Drift” this weekend. This Friday will be qualifying and Saturday will be the main competition between grassroots heros like Forrest Wang and the return of Nick Hogan to drifting. Also this weekend will be the debut of Alex Pfeffer’s Lexus SC300 drift car! It’s going to be an awesome weekend and we’ll be there with cameras snapping. Online ticketing is still open until midnight tomorrow so unless you want to wait in an epic line I suggest you hit up the ticket information page ASAP.
Formula D just erected its first ever billboard off the 710 freeway here in Long Beach, California. The first billboard is a pretty big milestone for any business. Co-Founder Ryan Sage was so proud of this that he pulled over at 8am in the morning off the 710 to shoot a quick video of it! We’re happy for you guys but there had to be a safer way to do that! LoL! On a related note, if you haven’t already head over to FormulaD.com to pick up your tickets for round one on the streets of Long Beach next month.
The Xtreme Drift Ciruit just announced their trio of judges for the 2010 season. Headlining the judges pannel is 2009 Formula Drift Champion Chris Forsberg. Joining Forsberg are Matt Petty and Michael Schnider. The XDC also dropped loads of new information about the upcomming Irwindale event on March 20th. See all the details in the press release below.
Press Release:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
XDC Judges and Irwindale Event Enhancements Announced
March 2, 2010 (Tustin, Calif.) - With three weeks to go before the first XDC event on March 20 in Irwindale, the series is happy to formally announce its 2010 list of judges. Raising the bar of Pro-Am judging, XDC is pleased to announce the judging trio of Chris Forsberg, Matt Petty, and Michael Schneider for the 2010 season.
Forsberg is no stranger to any fan of drifting. The 2009 Formula Drift champion became the first series champion whose driving career originated from grassroots drifting, and is uniquely placed to advise and guide the next wave of professional drifters coming up through the XDC. Petty, organizer of the grassroots drifting organization Club Loose, organized the first drifting event at Raceway Park in Englishtown, NJ in 2003 which he runs to this day. Under his guidance, more Club Loose competition drivers have reached podium status than any other organization’s drivers in the United States. Schneider has served as the head judge of USDrift for the past seven years, and has also judged several PRO/AM regional and national events alongside Formula Drift’s judges in addition to assisting other regional organizations as a guest judge.
“The XDC series is a great opportunity for up-and-coming drivers to compete on a national level, building the bridge between PRO/AM and the Formula Drift Pro Championship Series,” said Forsberg. “I am very excited to have been chosen as a judge for their inaugural year, and look forward to seeing the best grassroots talent America has to offer.”
The XDC Supershow
The XDC will not only provide a platform for the country’s semi-pro drifters to compete on a national level at professional tracks, but XDC Events will provide entertainment above and beyond that of a typical drifting event with ancillary attractions planned in conjunction with industry organizations and promoters at each event. In addition to the series’ association with Formula Drift as a Formula Drift affiliate series, and the REMIX Award Tour which will be at every event, the circuit will also collaborate with Primedia’s Super Lap Battle, Hyperfest, Hot Import Nights, and Adams Motorsports Park at events throughout the 2010 season. This is just the start - there are several more industry partnerships to be announced. Select events will also see lifestyle collaborations with the World of Dance Tour and the leader in nightlife, ClubDistrict.com.
Product Support for drivers of XDC
Several companies have joined the XDC to provide parts and discounts for the drivers of the series in an effort to support and grow the industry by means of giving back to the grassroots community. In addition to contingency support from Genius Tools, ACT, and Belle-1 Communications, varying levels of product support will come from Cooper Tires, Enkei, Rays, Volk, Gram Lights, Seibon, and Killer Glass.
“We are really excited to see these companies dedicated resources to the grassroots community, which is the backbone of the automotive aftermarket,” said Michael Munar, President of XDC Events. “This is a similar trend we saw when producing HIN in the late 90’s where companies who supported the enthusiasts needs early on, became industry leaders for years to come. Timing is everything, and hence our mission to aid in the growth of the industry now, rather than later.”
JDM Parts Sale added to Vendor Midway
The Vendor Midway at Irwindale Speedway will see the addition of a special one day only sale on rare and unique parts from Bride, Bomex, 5-Zigen and JP. Seats, bodykits, wheels, and other hard-to-find parts will be sold on Saturday, March 20 at XDC Irwindale in the Vendor Midway between 11am and 7pm.
Media Coverage
Fulfilling its aim to provide a higher level of media and industry exposure for the next wave of professional drifters and car show competitors, XDC has secured media arrangements with Primedia’s Super Street and Import Tuner, PAS Mag, Wrecked Magazine (www.wreckedmagazine.com), Drifting.com, plus dozens of other industry publications and websites.
March 20, 2010 XDC/REMIX Toyota Speedway of Irwindale, Irwindale, CA
May 22, 2010 XDC/REMIX Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Las Vegas, NV
June 19, 2010 XDC/REMIX Summit Point Raceway, Summit Point, WV
July 31, 2010 REMIX Sunlife Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL
August 7, 2010 XDC/REMIX Englishtown Raceway, Englishtown, NJ
September 25, 2010 XDC/REMIX Texas Motor Speedway, Fort Worth, TX
October 16, 2010 XDC/REMIX Firebird Raceway, Chandler, AZ
December 11, 2010 REMIX Blaisdell Expo Center, Honolulu, HI
ABOUT XTREME DRIFT CIRCUIT
The XDC is the country’s premier national Pro-Am drifting championship, featuring a six-round championship with the rising stars of professional drifting set in a full-scale lifestyle festival. For more information, visit www.xtremedriftcircuit.com. Competitors with rulebook and technical questions should contact Michael Schneider at mike.c@usdrift.com. Drivers with general event questions should contact Brian Eggert at brian@xtremedriftcircuit.com, or by calling (804) 65-PROAM (77626).
The REMIX Car Show Competition will host the ultimate platform for the nation’s top builders and car junkies, featuring music, dance, cars, fashion, sports, art, and lifestyle. For more information, contact nate.leon@remixevents, or visit nate.leon@remixevents, or visit www.remixevents.com.
With HIN on the brink right now I’m happy to hear about any car show series that still has some legs under them! Luckily Spo-Com is still alive, well, and even expanding. I just got an email from Mr. Morita himself detailing the 3 stop schedule for 2010. Check it out below.
Press Release:
For Immediate Release
Industry, California February 18, 2010
SpoCom will be hosting 3 confirmed events in 2010
City of Industry, California - February 18, 2010 - SpoCom is pleased to announce the
2010 Tour Schedule.
SpoCom San Mateo
San Mateo County Event Center
2495 South Delaware Street
San Mateo, CA 94403
Saturday, May 1st, 2010
3:00pm-10:00pm
SPOCOM SUPER SHOW
Long Beach Convention Center
300 Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90802
Sunday, July 18th, 2010
11:00am-6:00pm
SpoCom Hawaii
Blaisdell Center in Honolulu
777 Ward Ave.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96814
Saturday, August 28th, 2010
3:00pm-11:00pm
SpoCom is extremely excited to announce at least two new locations for 2010. SpoCom will bring their unique hardcore car show competition and automotive lifestyle entertainment to both San Mateo, and Honolulu. The established 4th annual SpoCom Super Show will continue to be held in Long Beach, CA.
All events will be hosted at indoor facilities providing the best possible competition atmosphere for the serious car show participant. A controlled indoor environment provides vendors, Manufacturers, Consumers, and Models, a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
SpoCom will continue to deliver the most competitive car competition in the Nation. Car Show participants will now have three opportunities to compete for the most sought after trophy in the entire Industry. Special care in the off season was dedicated to continually improve upon an already excellent car show format.
SpoCom is always focused on keeping its fans highly entertained. The cars are guaranteed to be insane but everyone needs a little eye candy. The Stage will be filled with various types of entertainment. Featuring an Urban Dance Competition, Lingerie Show, scorching hot Bikini Contest, and much more.
SpoCom’s goal has been, and always will be to elevate the expectations of both car show competitors and enthusiasts alike. See what all the excitement is about as SpoCom comes to a city near you.
This is big news if you happen to live in the big state of Texas. Mayday Garage just announced that Japanese tuning legend “Smokey” Nagata from Top Secret will make an apperance at the Import Reactor car show. Not only will he be there as a guest but he is going to personally tune 20 Nissans over the span of three days! So what is the occasion? Well, Top Secret is working on a new stand-alone ECU dubbed “Top Secret Process” and the marathon tuning session is meant to prototype the new unit here in the states. If you own a Nissan and live in the Houston area I suggest you do whatever you can within the boundaries of the law to make sure you are one of the lucky 20 cars to get tuned by Smokey! If you really are that young and don’t know who Smokey is or how he got his nickname then check out the video below.
Welcome to another edition of “SPOTTED”. This time we take a look at the actualization of something RJ and I have been talking about for a few months now. The entire exterior of a car done in brushed aluminum! RJ saw an example of this at the 2010 Tokyo Auto Show and I swear its like they had brain ninjas reading our minds. I think the MotorworldHype IS-F may be getting a new skin.
We’re a little late on this but we’ve been sitting on some pictures from RJ’s visit to the 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon for some time now. So over the next few days you’ll start to see some “SPOTTED” posts of the freshness that RJ captured on his little point and shoot. The first being this Rock Auto widebody 240Z, yes please! Those wheels are making me drool…
As one of the stayfresh crew family members .. i gotta tell you about one of the illest collaborations (well i think so at least) FTLC x FD have finally teamed up and started one to one car show .. i know mark has been talking to jimmy and ryan for some time now .. and it looks like they finally got it up and running .. the best to you guys … 121 will be the final nail to HIN .. its time for the right revolution.
For Immediate Release
January 27, 2010
FATLACE teams up with Formula Drift to launch ONE OF ONE, a Car Show Series
San Francisco, Calif. – January 26, 2010 – Fatlace, LLC, is proud to announce the launch of the inaugural ONE OF ONE, the Fatlace Car Show Series. ONE OF ONE is the official Car Show Series of Formula DRIFT and will be held at each 2010 Formula DRIFT event nationwide. The first show of the series will go down at Formula DRIFT Round 1: Streets of Long Beach, adjacent to the track.
“Fatlace.com has built a multi-cultural audience of millions, and is ready to bring the car show scene to new heights with the ONE OF ONE Car Show Series. Our shows will represent the best of the best in vehicles and culture that are local to each stop on the Formula DRIFT nationwide tour.” states Mark Arcenal, Fatlace, LLC. “We’re ready to take the car show scene by storm. We’re going to host shows that are all about the cars.” Felix Marcelino, Director of Operations, Fatlace, LLC.
ONE OF ONE will host categories for all makes as well as a Ruckus category at select events. Car show registration and details will soon be available at fatlace.com. Limited space is available for car show competitors and teams so early registration is recommended. ONE OF ONE is still seeking series sponsors. For more information, please contact
showcase@fatlace.com
Fatlace.com is an online lifestyle magazine with focuses on the style and function of tuned vehicles, industry insight, music and lifestyle.
For more information contact: Felix Marcelino
Fatlace, LLC
showcase@fatlace.com
ABOUT FATLACE,LLC
FATLACE has been pushing the boundaries of our online presence since 1999. Now in its tenth year, Fatlace.com is recognized as the an online authority on art, fashion, cars, photography and anything that has wheels. Established, managed and populated by enthusiasts, fatlace.com maintains its status as the online hub for automotive enthusiasts and youth culture. FATLACE’s seasoned staff of event marketers, contributors, photographers and bloggers deliver the highest quality behind-the-scenes industry editorial and photography that is second to none, and events for the most discerning of automotive enthusiasts.
ABOUT FORMULA DRIFT
Entering its seventh season, Formula DRIFT is recognized as the North American professional drifting championship. Established on the streets of Japan, drifting has evolved into a worldwide competitive sport that challenges each driver’s driving ability and vehicle control. Formula DRIFT provides a forum for professional drifters to compete in 7 events nationwide for the coveted Formula DRIFT Championship crown. As the first official series in North America, Formula DRIFT has taken competitive motorsports to the extreme attracting fans and car enthusiasts from all walks of life and establishes itself as the global focal point for the Sport. For a race schedule and ticket information, visit: www.formuladrift.com.
Last night RJ and I were invited out to the ID Agency in LA to check out the new Forza Motorsport 3 “Hot Holiday DLC Car Pack“. There are some pretty fresh cars included in Forza’s latest DLC including the Team Jost Audi R15 TDI (finally!). I was rocking that on Road America and you can’t touch it in the straights! I’m so sick of people on Xbox Live picking that damn Peugeot 908!! But I digress… We also got to semi-try out the Playseats limited edition Forza Motorsport 3 Racing Seat. I say “semi” because the $500 Porsche replica Xbox steering wheel at the event was broken in shipping so we all used the controller. The seat was still pretty comfortable though!
Anyway the full DLC car pack list is: 2009 #2 Audi Sport R15 TDI, 2010 Nissan GT-R Spec V, 2010 Ferrari 599XX, 2010 Porsche Panamera Turbo, 2009 Aston Martin Racing #007 Lola, 2010 Jaguar XFR, 2010 Lamborghini 670-4 SV, 2010 Mercedes Benz SLR Stirling Moss, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia, and 2010 Audi S4
Check out the official trailer and some pics from the event below.
As you may or may not know, here at MotorworldHype we’re big on “limited” or “special” edition items. It doesn’t matter if its a limited-special-commemorative spork. We dig it! So when I found out there was going to be a Special Edition WRX STi at the LA Auto Show I had to get the story. Check out the video below to find out what makes the new special edition STi, “special”.
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