This coming weekend is the Xtreme Wheels & Drift Panama event, with the drift portion put on by Formula Drift. Heres the course for this event. More to come…
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Formula Drift Information
All New Engine for Falken Mustang and JTP
The supercharged engine is gone, and in its place is a 410 cubic inch Ford V8 built by Roush Yates Racing Engines. This new sprint car based engine is over 100 horsepower more than the 2010 engine, a whopping 200 lbs lighter, and spins reliably to 8300 rpm.
Now that JTP has completed his rookie season with Falken and ASD and learned the ASD way of doing things, it was time for Justin to get the good stuff. brand new Ford Mustang chassis with the latest ASD updates identical to fellow Falken driver Vaughn Gittin Jr, and a brand new engine package. Info from www.thejackstand.com
New GR Driver Announced
GARDELLA RACING ANNOUNCES EXPANDED 2011 PROGRAM WITH ADDITION OF ’09 FORMULA DRIFT ROOKIE OF THE YEAR ERIC O’SULLIVAN
HOWELL, NJ (February 1, 2011) – Gardella Racing announced today that Irish drifting champion and 2009 Formula DRIFT Rookie of the Year, Eric O’Sullivan, will join the Howell NJ-based team for 2011.
In an exciting move, O’Sullivan will re-locate to Gardella Racing’s headquarters to become heavily involved as both a team driver and Gardella Racing Ambassador in the Formula DRIFT and grass roots programs.
Campaigning the Gardella Racing Pontiac Solstice in the 2011 Formula DRIFT Pro Drift Championship, O’Sullivan will shortly begin an extensive testing program alongside Gardella Racing driver Ryan Tuerck. In addition to the 2011 Formula DRIFT Program, O’Sullivan will also enjoy a broader role as Gardella Racing Ambassador reaching out to the grass roots communities of North American Drifting.
Speaking on the announcement of the move Eric O’Sullivan stated, “This move is a dream come true for me. I am extremely proud and honored to have been given this opportunity with Gardella Racing. Gardella Racing is a team that I have always admired for their professionalism and commitment to top-level motorsports and I am delighted to now be part of the team. Our plans for 2011 are extremely exciting and I cannot wait to get behind the wheel of the GR Pontiac Solstice and begin preparations.”
Following an extensive search for a 2nd driver via the team’s social media network , Gardella Racing Team Owner Gary Gardella also commented on the deal , “There are a lot of talented drivers out there, many of whom applied to be part of the Gardella Racing team. Eric was the one driver who stood out and met all of the qualities I was looking for in a driver,” continued Gardella. “He is a champion driver, a great spokesman for partners, and a team player, expecting to be more involved in the team in addition to driving.”
More details on the extent of O’Sullivan’s role with Gardella Racing will be revealed over the coming months when the Irish driver will travel to New Jersey and be officially introduced to his 2011 team and vehicle.
ABOUT ERIC O’SULLIVAN:
30-year-old Eric O’Sullivan is one of the most accomplished European Drifters in Formula DRIFT. A 2007 Prodrift Champion (Ireland) and 2008 JDM Allstars Champion (UK), the Dublin driver has also enjoyed success at various international and European competitions. A qualified and experienced motorsport technician, O’Sullivan’s most recent success came in the form of 2009 Formula DRIFT Rookie of the Year, following a 2009 2nd place at Evergreen Speedway, Seattle.
Formula DRIFT Announces 2011 Pro Championship Schedule; Palm Beach International Raceway Added to List of Venues
Long Beach, Calif. January 20, 2011 Formula DRIFT has announced the official 2011 Pro Championship Schedule of Events. Palm Beach International Raceway has been added to the list of venues and will host Round 3 on June 3-4, 2011.
Formula DRIFT consistently pushes to grow the sport of drifting and entering our eighth year as a professional series we are proud of where we have been able to take the sport, said Jim Liaw, president and co-founder of Formula DRIFT. We are fortunate to work with the top venues for motorsports in the nation and provide quality entertainment to fans across the country.
The 2011 Formula DRIFT Season Schedule
Round 1 : Streets of Long Beach – Long Beach, CA – April 8-9
Round 2 : Road to the Championship – Road Atlanta, Atlanta, GA – May 6-7
Round 3 : Invasion – Palm Beach International Raceway – Palm Beach, FL – June 3-4
Round 4 : The Gauntlet – Wall Speedway – Wall, NJ – June 17-18
Round 5 : Throwdown – Evergreen Speedway – Monroe, WA – July 22-23
Round 6 : After Dark – Las Vegas Motor Speedway – Las Vegas, NV- August 26-27
Round 7 : Title Fight – Toyota Speedway at Irwindale – Irwindale, CA – October 7-8
For the first time in several seasons Formula DRIFT has added a new venue and will visit South Florida at Palm Beach International Raceway in West Palm Beach. The newly remodeled facility features multiple state of the art tracks. Formula DRIFT will utilize the road course to create a unique drifting course that is to Formula DRIFT standards.
I have been to the track since the new face-lift and it is truly a remarkable facility, stated Ryan Sage, vice president and co-founder of Formula DRIFT. From the course expansions, tarmac condition, lighting and the fact that it is situated in South Florida. Palm Beach International Raceway will be a great addition to the Series.
The Formula DRIFT season begins on April 8-9, 2011 with Round 1: Streets of Long Beach in Downtown Long Beach, CA. Tickets will be available for purchase online through the Formula DRIFT website. A new website will be launched in the coming weeks. For information on when tickets go on-sale visit: www.formuladrift.com
Formula DRIFT Announces Official Driver List for Inaugural Formula DRIFT UAE Invitational Competition
Long Beach, Calif. January 19, 2011 Formula DRIFT has announced the official entry list for the Inaugural Formula Drift UAE Invitational Competition at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on February 25, 2011.
A diverse selection of the top drivers from around the globe will showcase world-class drifting to the Middle East. The official roster of drivers include: past Scandinavian champion, Fredric Aasbo, 2009 Formula DRIFT champion, Chris Forsberg, 2-time Formula DRIFT champion and 3-time X-Games Gold Medalist Tanner Foust, top ranking driver, Ryan Tuerck, past New Zealand champion and Formula DRIFT USA & Asia competitor, Mike Whiddett, Formula DRIFT veteran Daijiro Yoshihara and Formula Drift regulars Ken Gushi, and Michael Essa along with Tony Brakohiapa as the alternate driver.
Formula DRIFT is dedicated to providing the best drifting action to fans everywhere, said Jim Liaw, president and co-founder of Formula DRIFT. We are proud to showcase the best drivers from around the world to an international audience in Abu Dhabi at what is probably the most spectacular racing facility in the world.
In addition, the event will be streaming live via the DriftStream on www.formuladrift.com. Fans will be able to catch all of the exciting action from the comfort of their own home. The live stream will air on February 25, 2011. For broadcast times visit the Formula DRIFT website .
For those that are interested in attending the live event, online tickets will go on-sale soon and can be purchased through this link – Event Tickets Tickets can also be purchased through the Yas Marina Call Centre at: 800-YAS-(927) or international number at +971 (0) 2 446 0384, which is open 7 days a week from 9 AM – 6 PM, local time. Tickets can be purchased directly at the Yas Marina Circuit at the East and West Entrance Gate Welcome Centre, Yas Hotel, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Yas Marina Circuit Kiosk. In addition, tickets may also be purchased at select Virgin Megastores within the UAE beginning January 25, 2011.
As the premier professional drifting championship in the world, Formula DRIFT has helped modernize and globalize drifting, bringing it to places like Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Panama, Mexico and now, the United Arab Emirates. For more information visit: www.formuladrift.com
“One Of Our old Timers” Jeff Abbot’s Blogging Now…
Check it out people. We have known Jeff since he was grassroots out there getting his Miata sideways with the rest of them. He has always struck me as a cool dude and a “Big Guy in a Little Car”. No I’m not saying hes fat. Hes just a big built dude in a tiny car. If you we’re to see him come out of his car you would take a moment and say. “Hey they make clown cars that fit him?” That being said, Jeff has made a voice for himself on the World Wide Web. Feel free to check him out blogging here…
Feel free to scope out a small video we did with him as well (below)… Enjoy and keep supporting this family man as he tries to continue to live his dream.
Jeff Abbott Pro-Am Interview from Ross Fairfield on Vimeo.