As is traditional, round one of the 2018 Formula DRIFT series took place on the Streets of Long Beach last weekend, with Frederic Aasbo climbing to the top step of the podium. Following the event, the city streets remain closed for the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach, which hosts the Motegi Super DRIFT invitational challenge on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Fredric Aasbo, Rockstar Energy / Nexen Tire Toyota Corolla
With new cars, drivers and teams attacking the corners for the long-awaited opening round of Formula DRIFT, the Streets of Long Beach promised a great deal of excitement and did not disappoint.
Highlights among the 2018 field included 2016 FD champion, Fredric Aasbo, driving his Rockstar Energy Drink / Nexen Tire 2019 Toyota Corolla, unveiled days earlier at the New York International Auto Show. Matt Field also debuted his Wish / Borla / Falken Tire Chevrolet Corvette, while Federico Sceriffo would bring his unique Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Drift Spec (aka Fiorella) to the Californian street circuit.
With a number of brand new cars and almost every team carrying out modifications and upgrades during the off-season, the first round always brings a degree of trepidation as the drivers get to grips with a “green” track. However, the front runners started to emerge during practice, and qualifying highlighted the drivers to watch. Continue reading
Formula D Kicked off its 2018 season on the historic Street course down in Long Beach CA. , with a new year comes a handful of new builds and new Drivers and even a returning fan favorite. Defending champion James Dean returns with his Worthouse S15 and is sure to be a contender for the championship.
The start of the 2018 Formula D season is right around the corner and we are so ready to see some car’s smoking up some tires again on the city streets of Long Beach. James Deane looks to kick of his title defense as well as trying to repeat his Rd.1 win from last season. Deane and his team were sure one fire last season and look to give the field another taste of what they have, but will we see someone challenge him for the top spot? Will it be a favorite Formula D veteran or will we get a new up and coming driver throw it down right off the bat. Now let us know what you are most excited for this year, From new builds to drivers or tracks. Share your excitement with us and you might get change at getting to see round one in person.
Long Beach, Calif. – December 20, 2017 – Formula DRIFT Black Magic Pro Championship will kickoff the 2018 Pro Championship season beginning with Round 1 in Long Beach on April 6 – 7. Tickets are now on-sale and can be purchased online via the Formula DRIFT website, www.formulad.com.
“Just in time for the holidays, tickets for our 15th Anniversary season are now on sale,” said Jim Liaw, president, and co-founder of Formula DRIFT. “The season kick-off is always exciting with new drivers and cars, it will be sure to sell out.”
The 2018 Pro Championship season will consist of 8 rounds of competition. Round 1 in Long Beach will mark the first event of the 15th season for the Series and the only California round of competition with the addition of St. Louis and the return to Las Vegas.
Tickets are now available for Round 1 on April 6-7 including 2-day ticket packages and VIP tickets and can be purchased through www.formuladrift.com, Ticketmaster outlets, and the Long Beach Convention Center box office. Ticket prices start at $43 for online pre-sale with all seats reserved for Saturday’s competition. VIP experiences are also available for purchase including reserved seating in Grandstand 18, a track walk during opening ceremonies and more.
For more information visit, www.formulad.com and find Formula DRIFT on Instagram @formulad, Facebook www.facebook.com/formuladrift, Twitter @FormulaDrift, and Snapchat – formula_drift. Tune into Formula DRIFT on CBS Sports and check your local listings for airtimes.