Formula Drift Tech and Preview day at Universal Technical Institue (UTI) Highlights

Written by Johnathan Bodily

Events - Formula Drift

Formula Drift, and (UTI) Universal Technical Institute held a Tech and Preview day March 27th, 2010. We bring you highlights from the event and a big thank you to our friends at the ID Agency specifically John Pangilinan who provided us with Photographic coverage of the event as well.

Event Highlights:

Competition Vehicle Inspection
Debut of Samuel Hubinette Racing Dodge Challenger
Debut of Michael Essa BMW 335i powered by M5 (V10) motor

Introduction to Team Nitto including
o Alex Pfeiffer in the Tanaka Racing C5 Corvette,
o Joon Maeng in the Full Tilt Poker / Nitto Tires / Bergenholtz Racing Mazda RX-8
o Matt Powers in the Nitto Tires Nissan S14
o Michael Essa in the BMW 335i
o BMI Racing 4 Rotor Mazda RX-8

First look at updated paint, graphics, and customizations to returning vehicles

o Taka Aono – Nexen AE86
o Daijiro Yoshihara America’s Tire / Falken Tire Nissan S13
o Ross Petty Falken Tire Nissan S15
Driver Autograph sessions for the fans

Check out the photo's from the event in our Photo Gallery

Photo credit: John Pangilinan / The ID Agency