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Posted: Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011 Author: Category:
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Posted: Thursday, January 27th, 2011 Author: Category:

DRIFTING In 3D By Formula DRIFT and DIRECTV

DIRECTV To Debut First Formula DRIFT Program in 3D;
Available Exclusively on n3D,Powered by Panasonic

This February, n3D will Give Motorsport Fans Complete Coverage of Formula DRIFT’s 2010 ‘Title Fight Event’ in 3D

DIRECTV is bringing the race track into the living room with the exclusive 3D broadcast of Formula DRIFT’s “Round 7: Title Fight Event” on DIRECTV’s 3D channel, n3D, powered by Panasonic, channel 103. Beginning Friday, Feb. 4 at 8 p.m. ET/PT, DIRECTV customers will have access to two, one-hour specials, which will offer extensive race coverage, behind the scenes footage and exclusive interviews, all in 3D.

Produced by DIRECTV and Formula DRIFT, the 3D special will follow the heated action surrounding the final event of Formula DRIFT’s 2010 season, which was held at the Toyota Speedway in Irwindale, Calif., last October. The footage will include:

• Complete coverage of the “Title Fight” season finale, including the final battle between two-time Formula DRIFT champion Tanner Foust and Vaughn Gittin.
• Exclusive interviews with Formula DRIFT pro drivers.
• Drifting tips by pro drivers, including Tanner Foust
• Behind the scenes with Formula DRIFT owners Jim Liaw and Ryan Sage.
• Coverage of off-the-track action including fans, vendors, import models and more.

“Watching Formula DRIFT’s championship series at home in 3D will make every counter steer, plume of smoke and wreck feel like it is happening in the middle of your living room,” said Chris Long, senior vice president, Entertainment, DIRECTV. “Our 3D technology enables us to take what is already an exciting event and make it even more compelling for viewers to experience at home.”

“This was a very ambitious project given that it is the first of its kind for the sport of drifting and also taking into consideration the sheer nature of 3D filming and the nature and physics of the sport,” said Ryan Sage, vice-president and co-founder of Formula DRIFT. “DIRECTV came in and really nailed it. Viewing Formula DRIFT in 3D is probably one of the most visceral and exciting things to view in the 3D genre right now.”

n3D, powered by Panasonic, is available at no additional cost to millions of DIRECTV HD customers. In addition to exclusive 3D coverage of special events such as the 2010 MLB All-Star Game and the 2010 U.S. Open Tennis Championship, n3D customers also have access to exclusive, original 3D programming such as Guy’s Big Bite in 3D and Guitar Center Sessions. n3D and DIRECTV CINEMA’s 3D offerings are all powered by Panasonic.

Formula DRIFT Program in 3D
DIRECTV HD customers received a free software upgrade that enables them to have access to the 3D channels on DIRECTV. DIRECTV HD customers will need a 3D television set and 3D glasses to view 3D programming on DIRECTV. For more information on n3D, powered by Panasonic, please visit: www.DIRECTV.com/3D

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DRIFTING In 3D By Formula DRIFT and DIRECTV DIRECTV To Debut First Formula DRIFT Program in 3D; Available Exclusively on n3D,Powered by Panasonic This February, n3D will Give Motorsport Fans Complete Coverage of Formula DRIFT’s 2010 ‘Titl ... [Read More...]
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Posted: Thursday, January 20th, 2011 Author: Category:

Formula Drift Florida Confirmed

1 Streets of Long Beach Long Beach, CA April 8-9
2 Road to the Championship Road Atlanta Atlanta, GA – May 6-7
3 Invasion – Palm Beach International Raceway Palm Beach, FL – June 3-4
4 The Gauntlet Wall Speedway Wall, NJ – June 17-18
5 Throwdown Evergreen Speedway Monroe, WA – July 22-23
6 After Dark Las Vegas Motor Speedway Las Vegas, NV August 26-27
7 Title Fight – Toyota Speedway at Irwindale – Irwindale, CA – October 7-8

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 Florida Confirmed 1 Streets of Long Beach Long Beach, CA April 8-9 2 Road to the Championship Road Atlanta Atlanta, GA – May 6-7 3 Invasion – Palm Beach International Raceway Palm Beach, FL – June 3-4 4 The Gauntlet Wal ... [Read More...]
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Posted: Friday, October 8th, 2010 Author: Category:
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Posted: Thursday, September 30th, 2010 Author: Category:

FORMULA DRIFT Irwindale

Schedule of Events

Thursday October 7, 2010

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Will Call (Venue)
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM – MEDIA: Optional Check-in for All PHOTO Credentials (Media Area)
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM – FD: Practice (Track)
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM – PRO/AM: Practice (Track)

Friday October 8, 2010

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM – Will Call (Will Call Tent)
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM – PRO/AM: Drivers’ Meeting (Driver’s Area)
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM – PRO/AM: Open Practice (Track)
2:00 PM – 10:00 PM – GATES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Venue)
1:00 AM – 1:30 PM – FD: Drivers’ Meeting (Driver’s Area)
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM – MEDIA: Mandatory Meeting for All PHOTO Credentials (Media Area)
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM – FD: OPEN PRACTICE: Session #1 (Track)
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM – FD: OPEN PRACTICE: Session #2 (Track)
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM – FD: QUALIFYING All Drivers, reverse ranking (Track)
6:45 PM – 7:00 PM – FD: Drivers’ Meeting / Qualifying Results (Driver’s Area)
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Driver Autograph Session (Paddock)
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM – PRO/AM: Qualifying (Track)
9:00 PM – 9:30 PM – PRO/AM: Drivers’ Meeting / Qualifying Results (Driver’s Area)
9:00 PM – 10:00 PM – FD: OPEN PRACTICE: Top 32 (Track)

Saturday October 9, 2010 (No Video Permitted w/o Approval)

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM – Will Call (Venue)
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM – PRO/AM: Practice (Track)
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM – MEDIA: Mandatory Meeting for All PHOTO Credential (Media Area)
2:00 PM – 10:00 PM – GATES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Venue)
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM – FD: OPEN PRACTICE: Top 32 (Track)
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM – PRO/AM: Main Competition – Round of 16 to Finals (Track)
4:00 PM – 5:45 PM – MAIN COMPETITION: Round of 32 (Track)
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM – “Half-time” Break (Venue)
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM – Opening Ceremonies / National Anthem (Track)
8:00 PM – MAIN COMPETITION: Round of 16 to Finals (Track)
10:00 PM – 10:30 PM – Trophy Ceremony (Podium)

*Schedule is flexible and subject to change
FORMULA DRIFT Irwindale Schedule of Events Thursday October 7, 2010 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM - Will Call (Venue) 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM - MEDIA: Optional Check-in for All PHOTO Credentials (Media Area) 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM - FD: Practic ... [Read More...]
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Posted: Monday, August 30th, 2010 Author: Category:

(THIS SATURDAY) FORMULA DRIFT Cars Drag Race
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Posted: Friday, August 13th, 2010 Author: Category:

Formula Drift Las Vegas 2010

Formula Drift Las Vegas 2010

THIS SCHEDULE MIGHT CHANGE

Friday August 20, 2010

2:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Will Call (Venue)
2:30 PM -3:00 PM – Pro AM: Driver‘ Meeting (Driver’s Area)
4:00 PM – 1:00 AM – GATES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Venue)
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Pro AM: Open Practice (Track)
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Pro AM: Qualifying (Track)
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM – MEDIA: Mandatory Meeting for All PHOTO Credentials (Media Area)
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM – FD: Drivers‘ Meeting (Driver’s Area)
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Driver Autograph Session (Paddock)
7:00 PM – 7:30 PM – Pro AM: Drivers‘ Meeting (Driver’s Area)
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM – FD: OPEN PRACTICE: Session #1 (Track)
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM – FD: OPEN PRACTICE: Session #2 (Track)
9:00 PM – 11:30 PM – FD: QUALIFYING All Drivers, reverse ranking (Track)
11:45 PM – 12:00 AM – FD: Drivers‘ Meeting / Qualifying Results (Driver’s Area)
12:00 AM – 1:00 AM – FD: OPEN PRACTICE: Top 32 (Track)

Saturday August 21, 2010 (No Video Permitted w/o Approval)

2:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Will Call (Venue)
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM – MEDIA: Mandatory Meeting for All PHOTO Credentials (Media Area)
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – FD: OPEN PRACTICE: Top 32 (Track)
4:00 PM – 1:00 AM – GATES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC (Venue)
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM – Pro AM: Top 16 Competition (Track)
6:30 AM – 8:30 PM – MAIN COMPETITION: Round of 32 (Track)
8:30 PM – 10:30 PM – “Half-time” Break (Venue)
10:30 PM – 11:00 PM – Opening Ceremonies / National Anthem (Track)
11:00 PM – MAIN COMPETITION: Round of 16 to Finals (Track)
1:00 AM – Trophy Ceremony (Podium)

TENTATIVE DRIVERS LIST
Rank
1 1 Vaughn Gittin Jr.
2 2 Tanner Foust
3 3 Dai Yoshihara
4 4 Ryan Tuerck
5 5 Darren McNamara
6 6 Chris Forsberg
7 7 Rhys Millen
8 8 Samuel Hubinette
9 9 Michihiro Takatori
10 10 Justin Pawlak
11 11 Ken Gushi
12 12 Tyler McQuarrie
13 13 Charles Ng
14 14 Ross Petty
15 15 Stephan Verdier
16 16 Forrest Wang
17 17 Conrad Grunewald
18 18 Patrick Mordaunt
19 19 Joon Maeng
20 20 Fredric Aasbo
21 21 Dean Kearney
22 22 Mike Essa
23 23 Ryuji Miki
24 24 Robbie Nishida
25 25 Kyle Mohan
26 26 Matt Powers
27 27 Tony Brakohiapa
28 28 Taka Aono
29 29 Mike Whiddet
30 30 Dennis Mertzanis
31 31 James Dean
32 32 Nikolay Konstantinov
33 33 Alex Pfeiffer
34 34 Cody Parkhouse
35 34 Cyrus Martinez
36 38 Brian Wilkerson
37 40 Andrew Comrie-Picard
38 40 Bill Sherman
39 40 Eric O’Sullivan
40 40 Jeff Abbott
41 40 Jodin LeJeune
42 Chelsea DeNofa
43 Chris Kregorian
44 Ian Fournier
45 James Robinson
46 Jeff Jones
47 Kelvin Arreola
48 Matt Field
49 Roland Gallagher
50 Tommy Roberts
51 Victor Moore
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Formula Drift Las Vegas 2010 Formula Drift Las Vegas 2010 THIS SCHEDULE MIGHT CHANGE Friday August 20, 2010 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Will Call (Venue) 2:30 PM -3:00 PM - Pro AM: Driver‘ Meeting (Driver's Area) 4:00 PM - 1:00 AM - GATE ... [Read More...]
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