Formula DRIFT Announces Mobil 1 as Official Motor Oil of Series
Long Beach, Calif. – August 26, 2010 – Formula DRIFT has added Mobil 1, the world’s leading synthetic motor oil brand, as the official motor oil of the series. This new partnership will continue through the remainder of the 2010 season.
“Having a strong global brand like Mobil 1, with partnerships in all major forms of motorsports, that chose to add drifting, specifically Formula DRIFT is a great testament to their vision as well as to the strength of our emerging sport,” said Jim Liaw, president and co-founder of Formula DRIFT. “We are excited to add Mobil 1 to our family of partners as they become the “Official Motor Oil,” of Formula DRIFT. We are looking forward to expanding our partnership and additional ways to work closer together.”
In addition to serving as the “Official Motor Oil” of Formula DRIFT, Mobil 1 will be on-site at all race venues, providing fans an interactive opportunity to see Mobil 1 products in action. This partnership will showcase the full performance enhancements through the Gardella Racing team in the Mobil 1 Pontiac Solstice driven by Ryan Tuerck, as well as the complete Falken Tire drift team. Mobil 1 will also receive on-site branding at events, on advertisements and promotional items, and on the Formula DRIFT website www.formuladrift.com.
“Partnering with Formula DRIFT gives us an incredible opportunity to exhibit the full line of Mobil 1 products to this demanding sport,” said Leah Ritter, marketing advisor, ExxonMobil Lubricants & Petroleum Specialties Company. “Drifting’s intense nature allows us to showcase the performance and protection characteristics of Mobil 1 Technology and how it can help racers and enthusiasts both on and off the track. The Formula DRIFT Championship provides racing excitement like none other, and we’re excited to officially be a part of this rapidly growing motorsport.”
As the premier professional drifting championship in North America, Formula DRIFT embodies the spirit of performance and competition. The Formula DRIFT pro championship continues with Round 6: Point of Impact on September 10-11, 2010 at Infineon Raceway. For more information visit, www.formuladrift.com.
