SR by Toyota 2015 Motorsports Highlight Reel

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Looking back, 2015 was a wild ride for us here at SR by Toyota. We captured the top two spots in the Formula DRIFT championship and did a little racing at a place called Pikes Peak.

Relive some of our favorite moments in motorsports in this beautifully done video with Fredric Aasbo behind the wheel of the Papadakis Racing tC, Ken Gushi in the GReddy Racing FR-S and witness the Mackin Industries FR-S attack the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in stunning Colorado, and don’t forget to share it with a friend or a few.

Fredric Aasbo and Ken Gushi - Formula DRIFT 2015

Ken Gushi at 2015 Formula Drift Atlanta

Scion Racing x Mackin Scion FR-S at Pikes Peak

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Lone Star Drift: Formula Drift Pro-Am Series 2016 Schedule Released

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The Texas based Formula Drift Pro-Am Series, Lone Star Drift, is back for 2016! Round 1 takes place March 19 at Gulf Greyhound Park near Houston, TX.  New for 2016, the series now consists of seven rounds versus only six in the past. Two events are to be held at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, TX – a venue many will recognize from the professional Formula Drift circuit.

About Lone Star Drift

The Lone Star Drift: Formula Drift Pro-Am Series offers amazing drifting in the state of Texas. Winners of the seven round points-series are eligible to progress to Formula Drift. Each event includes Saturday practice followed by trackside parties at sundown. Sundays include morning practice and afternoon competition. Spectators will be able to attend all events of the Lone Star Drift Series for a reasonable admission.

In addition to Formula Drift Pro-Am, Lone Star Drift also runs the Texas Street Legal (TXSL) series. Both series competitions are held during the same two-day events. TXSL is designed as a more affordable series for drivers who want to compete in fun, reliable, and street-able cars that can be driven to and from events.

Although all events include a competition, new and beginner drivers are encouraged to show up, practice, and have a blast. To learn more about the Formula Drift Pro-Am or TXSL series visit Lone Star Drift on Facebook or check out Lonestardrift.com.

Event Schedule

Round 1 of the Lone Star Drift Series, March 19-20 – Gulf Greyhound Park, La Marque, TX

Round 2 of the Lone Star Drift Series, April 16-17 – Mineral Wells Airport, Mineral Wells, TX

Round 3 of the Lone Star Drift Series, May 28-29 – Gulf Greyhound Park, La Marque, TX

Round 4 of the Lone Star Drift Series, July 9-10 – Texas Motor Speedway, Fort Worth, TX

Round 5 of the Lone Star Drift Series, Aug 20-21 – Mineral Wells Airport, Mineral Wells, TX

Round 6 of the Lone Star Drift Series, Sept 17-18 – Gulf Greyhound Park, La Marque, TX

Round 7 of the Lone Star Drift Series, October 15-16 – Texas Motor Speedway, Fort Worth, TX

*Visit the Lone Star Drift Facebook Events page for more details and info on non-competition events.

Sponsors

Lone Star Drift is sponsored by BC Racing, Spec Clutch, Enkei, Turbo by Garrett, Kenda Tires, ECU Master, WhatMonstersDo.com and Non-Stop-Tuning.

Media Request Contact

For media inquiries regarding Lone Star Drift contact Tobias Gros at 512.698.0713 or [email protected].

Spectators and drivers please contact Lone Star Drift via the Facebook page or learn more at Lonestardrift.com.

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THURSDAY NIGHTS GO “SLIDEWAYS” at IRWINDALE Speedway March 31, 2016

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March 31st TND

Thursday night March 31,  Irwindale’s own Formula DRIFT open practice sessions will resume on the course that the entire civilized world now knows as the legendary “House of Drift” … aka: Irwindale Speedway right at the top of the 605 freeway.

Each of the Thursday night sessions will start with a (public invited) technical inspection for the competition vehicles at 4:00PM and drift practice will run flat out from 5:00PM to 9:00PM. The fan gates open at 4PM and there’s plenty of close-free parking.

 Open to the public (fans can watch from the stands and visit the pits as well) admission is only $10 per person. These will be nights when fans can see some of the best of the best getting tuned-up for the 2016 season as well as catching the acts of some of new, upcoming Drift talent as they test their driving skills and machines against the established pros.

 Anyone can run their properly-equipped* car for $75 and they can register right at the track on Thursday night. Continue reading THURSDAY NIGHTS GO “SLIDEWAYS” at IRWINDALE Speedway March 31, 2016