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Formula DRIFT Forges New Alliance With Universal Technical Institute;
UTI Named "Official Technical School of Formula DRIFT"
and Host to Formula DRIFT Pre-Season Tech and Preview Day
LONG BEACH, Calif. - March 19, 2009 - Formula DRIFT has named Universal Technical Institute. (NYSE: UTI) the "Official Technical School of Formula DRIFT." UTI is a leading provider of technical education training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians. To kick off this alliance, UTI will host an open house and annual Formula DRIFT Pre-season Tech and Preview Day at its Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. campus, located at 9494 Haven Avenue, on April 4, 2009 from 10am to 4pm.
The Tech and Preview event provides pre-season technical inspections for many of the top Formula DRIFT teams. For some teams, this is the first time their competition vehicles will be inspected. This year's event will feature the unveiling of new, never before displayed drift models, including the Falken Tires Ford 2010 Mustang GT and RMR / Redbull Hyundai Genesis Coupe. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet Formula DRIFT drivers, teams and techs, and watch the pre-race inspection live. On hand will be industry displays, food vendors and promotional giveaways (while supplies last) that include Round 1: Streets of Long Beach tickets.
For prospective students interested in automotive training, UTI will provide tours and information about its various technician training programs and financial aid. (Financial aid is available for those who qualify.) Instructors and former students will be available to speak to individuals interested in careers in the automotive industry.
"This is a great opportunity to check out UTI's automotive training programs and get a sneak peek at some of the racing industry's newest cars. The fact that Formula DRIFT has put its trust in us to provide the best technical environment for their teams says a lot about our school,” said Mark Harston, Event and Motorsport marketing manager at UTI. "Some of our students are actually working with drift teams and getting real-world experience with pit crews while still in school. This shows that getting into this industry and doing what you love can become a reality.”
"Formula DRIFT fans are young car enthusiasts and our alliance with UTI is a perfect match. What better way to play a proactive role in people's lives than to help them enrich their passions by providing them with real career paths through an education at UTI," stated Jim Liaw, president and co-founder of Formula DRIFT. "With the right education, you can become a hands-on member of a team, manage a race team or own your own shop. We believe UTI provides the best technician training available and are looking forward to growing this new relationship."
Originating in Japan more than 20 years ago, “drifting” has since exploded into a massively popular form of motorsport in North America, garnering interest from a wide cross section of individuals, including luminaries such as Cindy McCain.
For more information visit www.formuladrift.com.
For more information contact:
John Pangilinan for Formula DRIFT
The ID Agency
562.491.7503
john@theidagency.com
Connie Hanson for Universal Technical Institute
SSA Public Relations
602.956.6776
connie@gotossa.com
ABOUT FORMULA DRIFT
Entering its sixth 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.
ABOUT IMG SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Operating in 30 countries, IMG Sports & Entertainment's diverse businesses include: consulting services; event ownership and management; fashion events and models representation; licensing; golf course design; and client representation in golf, tennis, broadcasting, speakers, European football, rugby, cricket, motor sports, coaching, Olympic and action sports. IMG Academies are the world's largest, multi-sport training and educational facilities, delivering world-class training experiences to more than 12,000 junior, collegiate, adult, and professional athletes each year. More information is available at: www.imgworld.com.
ABOUT UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, INC.
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. is a leading provider of technical education training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians. The company offers undergraduate degree, diploma and certificate programs at 10 campuses across the United States, and manufacturer-sponsored advanced programs at 19 dedicated training centers. Through its campus-based school system, Universal Technical Institute, Inc. offers specialized technical education programs through several well-known brands, including Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI) and NASCAR Technical Institute (NASCAR Tech). For more information, visit www.uti.edu.
Formula DRIFT Holdings, LLC | 200 Pine Avenue, Suite 615 | Long Beach, CA 90802
UTI Named "Official Technical School of Formula DRIFT"
and Host to Formula DRIFT Pre-Season Tech and Preview Day
LONG BEACH, Calif. - March 19, 2009 - Formula DRIFT has named Universal Technical Institute. (NYSE: UTI) the "Official Technical School of Formula DRIFT." UTI is a leading provider of technical education training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians. To kick off this alliance, UTI will host an open house and annual Formula DRIFT Pre-season Tech and Preview Day at its Rancho Cucamonga, Calif. campus, located at 9494 Haven Avenue, on April 4, 2009 from 10am to 4pm.
The Tech and Preview event provides pre-season technical inspections for many of the top Formula DRIFT teams. For some teams, this is the first time their competition vehicles will be inspected. This year's event will feature the unveiling of new, never before displayed drift models, including the Falken Tires Ford 2010 Mustang GT and RMR / Redbull Hyundai Genesis Coupe. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet Formula DRIFT drivers, teams and techs, and watch the pre-race inspection live. On hand will be industry displays, food vendors and promotional giveaways (while supplies last) that include Round 1: Streets of Long Beach tickets.
For prospective students interested in automotive training, UTI will provide tours and information about its various technician training programs and financial aid. (Financial aid is available for those who qualify.) Instructors and former students will be available to speak to individuals interested in careers in the automotive industry.
"This is a great opportunity to check out UTI's automotive training programs and get a sneak peek at some of the racing industry's newest cars. The fact that Formula DRIFT has put its trust in us to provide the best technical environment for their teams says a lot about our school,” said Mark Harston, Event and Motorsport marketing manager at UTI. "Some of our students are actually working with drift teams and getting real-world experience with pit crews while still in school. This shows that getting into this industry and doing what you love can become a reality.”
"Formula DRIFT fans are young car enthusiasts and our alliance with UTI is a perfect match. What better way to play a proactive role in people's lives than to help them enrich their passions by providing them with real career paths through an education at UTI," stated Jim Liaw, president and co-founder of Formula DRIFT. "With the right education, you can become a hands-on member of a team, manage a race team or own your own shop. We believe UTI provides the best technician training available and are looking forward to growing this new relationship."
Originating in Japan more than 20 years ago, “drifting” has since exploded into a massively popular form of motorsport in North America, garnering interest from a wide cross section of individuals, including luminaries such as Cindy McCain.
For more information visit www.formuladrift.com.
For more information contact:
John Pangilinan for Formula DRIFT
The ID Agency
562.491.7503
john@theidagency.com
Connie Hanson for Universal Technical Institute
SSA Public Relations
602.956.6776
connie@gotossa.com
ABOUT FORMULA DRIFT
Entering its sixth 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.
ABOUT IMG SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Operating in 30 countries, IMG Sports & Entertainment's diverse businesses include: consulting services; event ownership and management; fashion events and models representation; licensing; golf course design; and client representation in golf, tennis, broadcasting, speakers, European football, rugby, cricket, motor sports, coaching, Olympic and action sports. IMG Academies are the world's largest, multi-sport training and educational facilities, delivering world-class training experiences to more than 12,000 junior, collegiate, adult, and professional athletes each year. More information is available at: www.imgworld.com.
ABOUT UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE, INC.
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. is a leading provider of technical education training for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians. The company offers undergraduate degree, diploma and certificate programs at 10 campuses across the United States, and manufacturer-sponsored advanced programs at 19 dedicated training centers. Through its campus-based school system, Universal Technical Institute, Inc. offers specialized technical education programs through several well-known brands, including Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI) and NASCAR Technical Institute (NASCAR Tech). For more information, visit www.uti.edu.
Formula DRIFT Holdings, LLC | 200 Pine Avenue, Suite 615 | Long Beach, CA 90802