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FALKEN TIRES DRIFT SHOWOFF 3.02.03----------------------------------------------------Live and Direct from Japan-FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE-Official Website: http://www.driftshowoff.comLos Angeles, CA (February 11, 2003) Mainstream Productions in association with On the Scene Video Magazine present the Falken Tires Drift Showoff featuring Japan’s top drift pilots demonstrating this exciting Motorsport LIVE and DIRECT from Japan at Irwindale Speedway March 2, 2003. Don’t miss out on the FIRST EVER Falken Tire Drift Showoff.DriftingIn the past year alone, the sport of "drifting" has become an exciting new form of automotive exhibition and competition in the US. In drifting, the objective is to maneuver a vehicle through corners at speeds and angles that exceed the vehicle’s ability to adhere to the roadway. During a "drift" a driver slides almost sideways through corners with control and adequate speed.The Drift Showoff is designed to demonstrate the power and style of professional drifting in Japan and provide drivers with instructional guidance and track time to practice drifting safely. This event also provides fun and excitement for spectators of all ages and drivers of all abilities. Falken Tire’s leadership in JDM drifting and association with key JDM pro drivers ensures that this event will be OFF THE HOOK.Schedule of EventsDrifting DemoFalken Tires Team Drivers: Yoshinori Koguchi and Seigou Yamamoto. Along with Signal Auto’s Guest: Fumiaki Komatsu.
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Drift-Spec Vehicles: Falken Tires Chaser 100 & 180sx, Signal Auto’s Drifter X (Sil-Eighty). Watch these drivers get sideways tearing up the drift course in a jam session-styled format. Drifting ClinicLearn to drift like a pro. 40 advance drivers will be able to participant in the clinic taught by the professional drivers from Japan. Half hour in the class room and all day on the track! Intermediate/Novice drivers will also be able to learn on a separate course and slalom. Class size is limited for both groups so sign up now!Drifting CompetitionThe 40 drivers in the advance drifting clinic will battle it out for over $1,500 in cash and prizes plus the top 3 drivers will earn the right to drift against the Falken Tires Team drivers in the final jam session. JDM vs DTM Car ShowWatch as the top Japanese and Euro-Spec vehicles battle it out for the overall title and the coveted 6 ft. Best of Show trophy.For more info please check out http://www.driftshowoff.com. Contact InfoFalken TireFalken Tire Corporation, best known for their Ultra High Performance Radials, is a subsidiary of The Ohtsu Tire and Rubber Company Limited of Osaka, Japan.Falken is dedicated to providing value in their Falken Ultra High Performance Tire brand through a sustained commitment to advanced technological achievements, innovative products, a heightened level of environmental consciousness and the belief that sound business practices lead to successful partners. www.falkentire.com
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