“We’re trying to give these guys the opportunity to go into a field and make a name for themselves. We want the PRO guys and will always welcome them, but at the same time, we want to be able to nourish and nurture our own set of drivers.”

— RJ Contrares, Co-Founder HOTPIT Autofest

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FUNCITY DRIFT BECOMES FORMULA DRIFT AFFILIATE IN TAIWAN

Formula DRIFT adds Taiwanese circuit to their ever-growing global affiliate network.

DRIFTING HISTORY! FD WALL TAPS - NEW JERSEY/ST. LOUIS

…and the beat (or the season, in this case) goes on!!! Here’s our ducky recap of FD’s New Jersey and St. Louis PRO and PROSPEC rounds.

DRIVEN BY PASSION - THE DRIVEN LUCK CIRCUIT STORY

Grassroots drifting is vibrant and expanding globally. Check out this heartwarming story by Taylor Haney, featuring one Alabama family that claimed their own piece of the action.

CRUISING THROUGH 2ND & 3RD! FD WALL TAPS - ATLANTA/ORLANDO

Fans got an FD ‘TWOfer’ in May, with plenty of action to talk about. Here’s our latest Wall Taps recap, covering both the FD Atlanta and FD Orlando stops.

THE RADICALLY COOL CULTURE OF DRIFTING.

Culture has an important role in any sport or organized activity, but in the world of drifting and drifting in the world, culture is ‘what it’s all about’.

2024 FDLB WALL TAPS

The Formula DRIFT season opener never disappoints! Here’s a fun snapshot of the 2024 FD Long Beach event.

NICK NOBACK UNVEILS NEW TEAM, LIVERY, AND SPONSORS IN 2024 FORMULA DRIFT SEASON.

Noback comes into 2024 FD season with a red splash.

EMPOWERED WOMEN EMPOWERING WOMEN (Part 2)

Another round of cheers for the incredible community of ladies who love drifting!

Banner image courtesy of DRIFTEM Correspondent Ian Brightman. Proud partners with Formula DRIFT, DRIFTCON, Drift PAOHNY, Spec-D, US Drift Circuit, HotPit Autofest, and the BCDA.

DRIFTEM SKID POD

A Non-Podcast Podcast

THE SKID POD

Jan 30, 2025

COLLETE DAVIS ON DRIFTING, ENTREPRENEURISM, AND THE VALUE OF LEARNING.

Jan 30, 2025

This lady right here is one motorsport powerhouse and she’s about to debut her professional drifting skills in this year’s PROSPEC season.

Jan 30, 2025

Aug 6, 2024

JAMES DEANE ON THE RETURN TO FD, SUCCESS FACTORS, AND THE FUTURE.

Aug 6, 2024

An up-close with drifting powerhouse James Deane about the inner drive and remarkable skills that make him one of the world’s most decorated motor sporting drivers today.

Aug 6, 2024

Jun 30, 2024

LYRON & SHARON ON SOARING, OG CLUB LOOSE, AND A TRAVELING DRIFT TEAM.

Jun 30, 2024

Ever wonder what it might be like to be a traveling drift couple? Here’s your chance to find out from one of the Northeast’s favorite drifting pairs.

Jun 30, 2024

Jun 11, 2024

MIKE POWER ON MEETING THE WALL AND COMING BACK STRONG.

Jun 11, 2024

Mike Power shares more about his 5G wall hit in Long Beach, what led to his new livery, and the journey back to 100%.

Jun 11, 2024

May 23, 2024

MICHAEL ESSA ON EXOTICS, LIFE AFTER FD & DRIFTING BLIND.

May 23, 2024

Ever wonder what the pros do after they leave the league? Here’s your chance to get an inside look at former FD champ Michael Essa’s world a year later.

May 23, 2024