DRIFTING IN MALAYSIA

Khumo Red Drift Tyre

I came across to this article at http://www.driftworks.com/articles/khumo-red-smoke-drifting-tyres,6.html

The driver and their technical members tried to show off some creative inventions that will give a red smoke when spin up,Well enjoy the story by Mr. Phil.

Today myself and Brett Castle went to Rockingham to test an experimental tyre for Khumo Tyres. It's a Kumho Estca, but with a difference. Due to some very clever chemical reaction or gypsy voodoo or something, it gives off a red smoke when spun up

There were 6 of these tyres in Europe, and I really wouldn't care to guess exactly how much they currently cost to develop and manufacture in such a small number. Needless to say there are now only 2 of these tyres in Europe, thanks to myself and Brett 'testing' them thoroughly

They are a 280 treadwear rating, and built around Khumo's road legal/track tyre, just for reference, Toyo's very sticky Proxy T1-S has a TWR of 280, so these really do have some traction. They are currently only available in 255/40/17, so we had to fit them on to a set of R33 GTR wheels. Initially in testing we were having massive understeer issues due to the extremely soft compound of these tyres, but once they were worn in a little, things started to come together nicely.

After our short scrubbing session, it was time to do the after lunch Drifting demo for the small invite only crowd. We used the main staight, in the same way you may have seen HKS Europe's S15, Nomura's R34GTT and Kazama's S15, with some very close twin drifting in the baking heat for about 10 minutes, this equates to four dead red tyres, and 140degree oil temperatures, see the flame pictures for proof

We had a great day, and would like to thank the GT Battle guys for arranging it, and Khumo Tyres for inviting us, but also for acknowledging our fantastic sport and pushing forward with new ideas, now let's get those Orange versions under development.

Pictures Courtesy of Glen at GT Battle.

UKM Drift Event ..not bad

Event DetailsEvent Name: Campus Dori '08 Chapter 1 - UKM Bangi : Temasya Gemilang Kolej Kris MasOrganiser: UKM Bangi, Drift.com.myVenue: Dataran Gemilang, UKM BangiDate: 17th February 2008Time: 9.30am - 6.00pmCondition: DrySpectators: FREEParticipants Info- Event Format: Free Run- Entry Fees per drifter: RM70- Maximum number of participants: 30Rules and Regulations- Helmets must be in good condition and worn at all times in the track.- A minimal of 3-point seatbelts must be worn at all times in the track.- All loose items in the vehicle must be secured.- No oil leaks of any kind will be tolerated.- The organiser reserves the right to decline entry or disallow a vehicle to enter the track if the vehicle is found unsafe.Proposed Schedule9:30am - Registration10:00am - Free Run start1:00pm - Lunch break2:00pm - Free Run continues6:00pm - End of eventRegistrationRegistration and payment can be made through TT session. If you can't attend TT, you can arrange for an online transaction. Please contact Yoong (019-3236353) for more information. Spaces are limited. First come first serve

KL, Malaysia drifting ,,really show off

Illegal KL drift at Merdeka square. There were and some of them just show off,,and some of them are real good.

Drifting Malaysia 2008 event

Port Dickson Drift Getaway - Extreme Park - 13 January 2008 - An impromptu drift getaway by Drift Venture for a 1 day of non-stop drifting session, eat and chilling session.
Karnival Gegar, Putrajaya - 30-31 December 2007 - Organized by the Ministry of Information, Karnival Gegar is basically a roadshow carnival/concert that travels from state to state throughout Malaysia. With singers such as Mawi and Zahid gracing their stage , their road shows also includes car shows and exhibitions. Upon realizing the popularity of drifting , the Ministry had decided to add drifting as one of their many attractions for this leg held in Putrajaya. Loyai was contacted and he rounded up a handful of drifters which includes, us, Drift Venture and a few other drifters. NEW!