XTREME DRIFT CIRCUIT, PRO-AM Series

[Piner]

why is it the next paragraph after talking about nick's Keep it on the track program it then goes on and glorifys a guy who didn't keep it on the track. Yeaaaah....

[INFO]

Jarod DeAnda inked as the announcer for 2010 Xtreme Drift Circuit as more companies become a part of the XDC Super Show

March 12, 2010 (Tustin, Calif.) – In a further round of announcements for the Xtreme Drift Circuit, the series is proud to announce that Jarod DeAnda will be announcing at all six events of the 2010 Xtreme Drifting Circuit. In addition to being known as the ‘Voice of Formula Drift’, DeAnda’s announcing credits include DMCC, HyperFest, the Need for Speed video game series, Rally X at the summer X-Games, and snowmobiling at the winter X-Games. DeAnda’s passion, experience and knowledge for drifting will make him a great addition to the XDC.

“I’m stoked to be a part of the XDC Tour,” said DeAnda. “Meeting and announcing for the up-and-coming drivers across the country will be fun and education for both the fans and the competitors. Current Pro drivers had to start somewhere and now with sanctioning bodies like the XDC the drivers are going to have more opportunity to become professionals even sooner. Thanks to XDC for the opportunity and I’m looking forward to getting the crowd hyped!”

Additional Media Partners for XDC
XDC is also proud to announce that its media partnership with Performance Auto & Sound will encompass all eight of the XDC/REMIX events in 2010, creating the ultimate event, print, and online media group. Spectators and readers will be able to connect with the XDC/REMIX community and network with other automotive enthusiasts on PASNATION, Performance Auto & Sound’s online social network, and post photos and video on the PAS Message Boards.

Another collaboration, with Source Interlink, will see XDC coverage in the pages of Super Street magazine, REMIX coverage in Import Tuner, and will see Super Lap Battle partner with XDC at the series’ second event of the season at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

More Partners Announced for XDC
The management team at XDC is proud to announce the addition of more corporate partners that will provide product support for the competitors of the XDC. Enkei Wheels has signed on to become a sponsor of the XDC, and will have a presence at each event on the 2010 XDC Tour.

Through its Mishimoto Loves Drifters program, Mishimoto will provide drivers of the XDC a 50% discount of its product line that includes radiators, oil coolers, and intercoolers. “We are excited to be involved with the XDC,” said Hannah Robbins, Brand Manager of Mishimoto. “XDC is a great addition to professional drift competitions and we are happy to offer our support to drivers through the MLD/XDC partnership.” Members of MLD will also receive discounted apparel, free decals, and a featured bio on mishimotolovesdrifters.com. To become a member, contact MLD@mishimoto.com.

Also signing on as a sponsor of the XDC is BuddyClub. BuddyClub will also support the grassroots drivers of the XDC by extending the company’s racers program to the drivers. Any XDC drivers interested in the program can send a request to info@buddyclub.us.

Universal Technical Institute will also be on hand at XDC Irwindale, continuing its long-standing support of drifting and extending its outreach to the grassroots community.

Nick Hogan and Gleb Antanov announced as XDC Tour drivers
Reality television star Nick Hogan recently announced his intention to compete in the 2010 XDC tour aboard a Nissan 350Z. Returning to the sport after a brief hiatus, Hogan’s career best result is a top three at the NOPI Pittsburgh event in 2007. Hogan will use this season to promote his charity, Keep It On The Track, which promotes safe driving and seat belt use across the country. Hogan is scheduled to be at all six XDC events, but may not compete until round two in Las Vegas if his car is not ready by March 20.
Coming from the Pacific Northwest community of drifters, Gleb Antonov has been announced as a 2010 XDC Tour driver, which will see him attend all six events as his vehicle will be transported on the XDC rig. A veteran of Formula Drift Pro-Am and the Evergreen Drift scene, Antonov also competed in a borrowed car in the Professional Russian Drift Series where he made it to the top-8. Antonov will compete in the same S13 that he drove throughout 2009 – which is the same S13 that he was pulled over in after drifting down Sunset Blvd after the Formula Drift Pro-Am event in Irwindale!


2010 XDC Events Schedule
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

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it concerns me that the models and car show are hyped just as much if not more than the drifters.

Also, this radio commercial makes it sound a little more like "pimp my ride" than a professional motorsport event....

..... but maybe it's just me.

[INFO]

So, who will be judging this thing????

Chris Forsberg, Matt Petty, and Michael Schneider

[INFO]

XDC Judges and Irwindale Event Enhancements Announced

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.

Rulebook and Registration
Drivers with questions about the rulebook for XDC can download a copy of the rulebook (v 1.1) from the series website at http://www.xtremedriftcircuit.com/in...le/-/view/239/


2010 XDC Events Schedule
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 www.remixevents.com.

For all media interested in the XDC Tour, please contact Efrain Olivares, SHIFT Communications, efrain@shiftgroup.net, (818) 254-7196.

For more information on XDC sales and sponsorship opportunities, contact info@xtremedriftcircuit.com, or call (949) 467-9015.

[INFO]

So, who will be judging this thing????

we should have a press release by Monday

[110octane]

So, who will be judging this thing????

[Slapshotnerd]

If you're wondering about Remix's street cred, don't trip. Most of the staff were the backbone of HIN, so rest assured, they know what they're doing.

Looks like I was right.

[slideways2004]

so Chris Forsberg is a judge?

[boxmod]

Rulebook will be posted on website tonight !

http://www.xtremedriftcircuit.com

finally, but i dont see a link?

[Bebop]

I will not be attending this event.

[Bob @ XDC]

Rulebook will be posted on website tonight !

http://www.xtremedriftcircuit.com

[conspire]

for XDC you only need the following, however, if you ever plan on doing FD, then you might as well get one if you can afford to.

"All cars must be fitted with a minimum two (2) lb. fire-extinguishing bottle mounted in the driver’s compartment within reach of the driver when he/she is in the normal seated position. The mounting bracket must be a quick-release type, and must be mounted so that it can be removed easily for label inspection and verification of full charge by weighing.

Acceptable extinguishants are Halon 1211, Halon 1301, Underwriters Laboratory 10BC rated Potassium Bicarbonate (Purple K), Underwriters Laboratory 1A10BC Ammonium Phosphate/Barium Sulfate, or Monnex. "

[Bebop]

I think they are but they run pretty cheap 300-400 iirc

[D1 DRIFTER]

does anyone know if a fire surpression system is now required? since 2010 FD rules require one?


thanks!

see you dudes at irwindale!