GReddy event coverage from Formula Drift FDLB

Ken Gushi in the GReddy Racing - Nexen Tire - SR by Toyota 86 claims 3rd place in the 2016 Formula Drift Pro Championships season opener on the Streets of Long Beach course.

From Formula Drift press release: 

"Round 1: Streets of Long Beach kicked off the new season in dramatic fashion. The volume of rain, the variable surface conditions of the street course, which made for treacherous conditions in general during Friday’s practice, created a rain delay, which ultimately resulted in the Series making the decision to draw on a provision of the Sporting Regulations that allows the Series to forgo Qualifying in the face of inclement weather. Drivers were placed into the Top 32 bracket based on their 2015 ranking. The weather held up for the main competition and the drivers were able to give the fans a great showing to start the season..."

2016 updates for Long Beach:  http://formuladrift.networka.com/fd-rules-course-breakdown

Saturday's main competition day, started off dry, but just before the Top 32 match up of #2 qualifier, Ken Gushi's Toyota 86 vs. Faruk Kugay' 2JZ-powered Nissan S14, rain began to fall.  With great control, Ken drove great lead line in the slippery condition and avoided contact in the chase position, when his opponent made contact with the wall.  Ken took the win. 

http://formuladrift.networka.com/ken-gushi-vs-faruk-kugay-top-32-number-fdlb-2016 


During the Formula Drift Half-time break, the GReddy Team debuted the new Boost Brigade Spring Collection.  It was great to see many fans support the new brand in the stands.  For more info. see the new online store:

www.boostbrigade.com





Luckily as the weather cleared up during the break.  It allowed for a mostly dry exciting competition to the end of the event.  With packed Long Beach grandstands, the 16 brackets saw Ken Gushi advanced pass the VR-powered G37 of Charles Ng, with solid lead and chase runs.

http://formuladrift.networka.com/ken-gushi-vs-charles-ng-top-16-number-fdlb-2016

In the Great 8, Ken Gushi went against Forrest Wang's 2JZ-powered Nissan S14.  Similarly to the his 32 battle (except in the dry) Ken laid down a dominate lead pass, building a large gap, which pressured his opponent to make a mistake in the 2nd run. This moved the the GReddy Team onto the Semi Finals.

http://formuladrift.networka.com/ken-gushi-vs-forrest-wang-great-8-number-fdlb-2016-part-2-crash




In the Semi Finals, the GReddy Racing Nexen Tire SR by Toyota 86 of Ken Gushi faced off with the eventual round winner, Chelsea Denofa in his BMW E36.  In one of the most evenly matched battles of the day, (which could have easily went OMT -one more time), the Judges awarded Denofa the win. And with SR by Toyota teammate, Frederic Aasbo taking, second, Gushi was award the final podium spot.

http://formuladrift.networka.com/na-fd-complete-4

 

The 3rd place finish in #FDLB, continues the podium streak for the GReddy Racing Team (2015 FDTX & FDIRW) and starts of the 2016 Pro Championship charge for Ken Gushi, while contributing to the SR by Toyota lead for the FD Manufacturer's Cup and Nexen Tires for the lead in the FD Tire Manufacturer's Cup.

Congratulations to podium finishers Chelsea Denofa, Fredric Aasbo and Ken Gushi.

The GReddy Racing Team is excited to welcome new 2016 technical partners to the team, Nexen Tires, NGK Spark Plugs, Redline Oil, BC Brian Crower, Takata and the Boost Brigade.

We would also like to thank the continuing technical partners: SR by Toyota, Rays Engineering/Gram Lights, KW Suspension, Wisefab, Wilwood, Rocket Bunny/Pandem, Turbo by Garrett, WPC, Supertech, OS Giken, Ignition Projects, Bluemoon Performance and Tuned by N8

Formula Drift Rd.2 FDATL next!  May 6-7

2016 GReddy Racing - Nexen Tires - SR by Toyota 86

Cheer on #21 Ken Gushi in the Formula Drift season opener on the Streets of Long Beach.
  April 8th-9th with his 865whp GReddy 2JZ Toyota 86

 - (Watch it via the livestream: http://www.formulad.com/live) schedule of events below.

Preseason Testing:

 

FDLB SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Friday, April 8, 2016 – Practice & Qualifying

6:00am – STREET CLOSURES BEGIN: Effecting Shoreline Dr., E. Seaside Way, Linden Ave., Hart Pl.  
7:00am – 4:00pm – WILL CALL: Open for credential pick up – Will Call Tent  
7:00am – VENUE OPEN: Credential Holders Only – Venue  
7:00am – 8:30am – SETUP: DROP OFF ONLY for Sponsors, Teams and Vendors – Venue  
8:00am – 8:30am – FD: Mandatory Drivers Meeting – FD HQ
9:00am – 10:00am – MEDIA MEETING #1: Mandatory Meeting for ALL 'Hot Area' Access Credential Holders – FD HQ  
10:00am – 1:00pm – FD: Open Practice – Track  
12:00pm – 1:00pm – MEDIA MEETING #2: Mandatory Meeting for ALL 'Hot Area' Access Credential Holders – FD HQ  
12:00pm – 5:00pm – GATES OPEN TO PUBLIC – Venue  
1:00pm – 3:30pm – FD: Qualifying; Reverse order using 2015 Final Standings – Track  
3:35pm – 4:35pm – FD: Autograph Signing Session – TBA  
4:45pm – 5:00pm – FD: Mandatory Drivers Meeting; Qualifying Results – FD HQ  
6:00pm – STREETS OPEN  
6:00pm – 8:00am – CLEAR GRID (Noise Ordinance; No Revving Engines)

Saturday, April 9, 2016 - Main Event

6:00am – STREET CLOSURES BEGIN: Effecting Shoreline Dr., E. Seaside Way, Linden Ave., Hart Pl.  
7:00am – 4:00pm – WILL CALL: Open for credential pick up – Will Call Tent  
7:00am – VENUE OPEN: Credential Holders Only – Venue  
7:00am – 8:30am – SETUP: All Vendors (drop off only) – Venue
8:00am – 8:30am – FD: Drivers Meeting Mandatory for ALL Drivers – FD HQ  
9:00am – 10:00am – MEDIA: Mandatory Meeting for ALL 'Hot Area' Access Credential Holders – FD HQ  
9:00am – 10:30am – FD: Open Practice – Top 32 – Track  
10:00am – 6:00pm – GATES OPEN TO PUBLIC – Venue  
11:00am – 1:00pm – MAIN COMPETITION: Round of 32 – Track  
1:00pm – 2:30pm – HALF TIME BREAK  
2:00pm – 2:30pm – VIP EXPERIENCE: Track Walk – TBA  
3:00pm – NATIONAL ANTHEM / OPENING CEREMONIES – Track
3:30pm – 5:30pm – MAIN COMPETITION: Round of 16 to Finals – Track  
5:45pm – 6:00pm – TROPHY CEREMONY & CLOSING  
6:00pm – STREETS OPEN

Sung Kang's FuguZ visits the Jay Leno Garage

Built by GReddy for 2015 SEMA Show, this GT Award "Best of Show" winner was brought to the famous Jay Leno Garage to let the man himself enjoy looks of the Pandem S30 aero with the sounds and feeling of the GReddy N/A RB26...

Watch the full 27min video on youtube.

Find Official FuguZ merchandise on www.shopgreddy.com 

 

This story has also been picked up by many automotive outlets:

• Autoblog
• Road & Track
• Autoweek
• Dsport

 Also look for the Cover feature on Dsport magazine this month...

FREE EXHAUSTS - GReddy Exhaust Test Vehicle Search

GReddy Performance Products, Irvine, CA is looking for vehicles to prototype new GReddy Exhaust Systems.  (Supreme SP, Revolution RS, or EVOlution GT)

Approved vehicles will be scheduled for inspection.  We will need access the cars for 2 full business days (starting at 9:00am on the first day and ending at 5pm the second day.  We are closed during the weekend.)  The vehicle will be dyno'ed in order to record the baseline data.  Then fabrication will begin, followed by additional tests and dyno testing.  Once prototyping is complete, the stock exhaust system will be reinstalled.  At that time we will contact you to pick up the vehicle as it was delivered to us.

Depending on production and shipping schedules, it could take between 6-8 months for the sample exhaust systems to be prepared.  Once we have the sample exhaust system, we will contact you to re-schedule additional conformation tests. This consist of fitment testing, possibly more dyno tests and photography (please have the car clean & ready for photos and video to be on our website).  After we have approved the sample, the exhaust system is yours at no cost to you,  (your stock exhaust system is also returned)


Vehicle Search for: (must be local to So. Calif.) Manual Transmission Preferred.

Acura TSX 2004-2008
Mazda Miata 2015
Acura RSX Type-S 2002-2006
Nissan 350Z 2003-2008
Nissan 370Z 2009-2014

Acura TL 2009-2014
Infiniti G Sedan 2006-2012
Infiniti Q Sedan 2013-2014
Nissan 300ZX Coupe 1990-1995
Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback 2014-2015
Honda Civic Si Coupe 2006-2010
Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T 2010-2012
Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T 2013-2014

 How to Qualify:

1.      The car must not have a salvaged title; it must have a CLEAN TITLE. 
         *No collision repaired vehicles.
2.      The car must be STOCK, no engine performance upgrades,
         NO CEL/ Check Engine Light, no rear bumper modifications
3.      The car must be fueled with 91 Octane and be filled at least half tank.
4.      The car must have less than 100,000 miles.
5.      You need to live in, or near Irvine CA 92618, we may need your car for
         future photos, projects etc.  We will not ship or transport.
6.      You must be 18 years of age or older, or have a parent/ guardian accompany
         you when you drop off the vehicle.  If it is a legal guardian, please have them
         bring the appropriate paper work.
7.      The car must be registered to you, or if it is registered to your parent or guardian,
         then they must be present during drop off.
8.      You must bring your current driver’s license and registration.

If you are interested in possibly being selected, please email Tech@GReddy.com:  Subject: Exhaust Prototype
         Please also note -Blog, Facebook, Instagram or how you heard of our search.

Full Name:
Phone #:
Address:
Vehicle info
Year:
Make:
Model:

You must also attach Front, Rear, Left and Right side photos of the vehicle in the application email.  Photos must be taken during the day.  The whole car must be in the photo, if we receive photos of partial cars we will disqualify the applicant.

*If there is an issue where we will not be able to release the exhaust system and we will need to reschedule for additonal testing.  
**During the process, there is a possibility that we may decide to cancel the project; if this occurs we will compensation the owner with equal or lesser value item.

Introductionary Exhaust Offers for the tC, Civic Si and IS300

Our first batch of new GReddy Revolution RS and Supreme SP exhaust systems are set to arrive before the end of the March 2016.  Take advantage of our Special Introductory Offer for the the late model tC and Civic Si, as well as the popular IS300.

see www.ShopGReddy.com for more...
offer expires early March

The Revolution RS for the second generation Scion tC features large diameter 2.5” mandrel-bent piping which extends all the way to the front of the vehicle’s main catalytic-converter for maximum flow. Dyno testing shows gains throughout the usable power band. The aggressively angled compact Revolution RS muffler is aided by an extra-large oval front resonator to help control sound quality. Like all GReddy Revolution RS systems the fully hand-welded 304 Stainless-Steel exhaust carries a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

  2011-15 Scion tC (AGT20)

  Part number: 10118103 

  MSRP $795.  (click here for the Introductory Offer)

The Supreme SP for the 9th generation, (FB) Civic Si features our signature GReddy layout, styling and sound, with new revised piping diameter. It is designed to be compatible with both Si models; coupe and sedan (using the optional 11050108 adapter.) The straight-through resonator and specially-made oval muffler with off-set extended tip allows the system to follow the Civics’ bodies lines and help reduce drone and high pitch frequencies. It also provides good power gains throughout the usable power band. Like all GReddy Supreme SP systems the fully hand-welded 304 Stainless-Steel exhaust carries a Limited Lifetime Warranty.

  2012-16 Honda Civic Si (FB) Coupe

  Part number: 10158209, for Sedan also use #11050108

  MSRP: $695.  (click here for the Introductory Offer)

President's Day Holiday / New Evolution GT for EvoX

GReddy Performance Products offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 15th, for the President's Day Holiday. Normal business Hours will resume Tuesday, Feb.16th.

Remember to also check out our:
      Introductory EVOlution GT Exhaust Offer for the CZ4A Mitsubishi Evo X

Due to arrive later this month.  Be among to first to have this system on the road and save with our introductory pricing and free shipping (lower48)



P/N  10138300  
2008-15 Mitsubishi (CZ4A) Evo X
MSRP $1025.00  SALE PRICE $922.50 plus FREE Shipping

Pandem Miata Aero as seen on the GReddy ND Roadster

The hottest new aero kit from this year's Tokyo Auto Salon, the Pandem by TRA Kyoto ND Miata wide-body aero kit is available for pre-order from ShopGReddy.com...
(first kits to expected to arrive late March/April)

2016 Mazda Miata ND MX-5 
Pandem by TRA Kyoto
Full Aero Kit with GT-Wing 
#17040230 - $4,300.00

 As seen in Super Street, SpeedHunters and the DrivingLine

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Also available for special-orders is the new Pandem by TRA Kyoto wide-body kit for the first generation NA Mazda Miata MX-5.

2016 Mazda Miata NA MX-5 
Pandem by TRA Kyoto
Full Aero Kit
#17040220 - $2,295.00

Please also see the new Pandem kits for the E46, E36, R35 and S30 240Z...

GReddy at the 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon

The GReddy team kicks off 2016 with a Tokyo Auto Salon  "Award for Excellence" in the Tuning Car Category for the TRUST turbocharged Mazda ND MX5.

The ND Miata debuted the new Pandem aero kit designed by TRA Kyoto's Mr. Miura.
And under the hood was a prototype GReddy Turbo Kit for the 1.5L JDM spec engine.

Look for our next blog post with more features of the GReddy ND MX5

For more see:
 *Super Street Magazine video clip from TAS

Another standout from this year's TAS, was the preview of our next evolution of the GReddy Composite Meter Series, that will be available later this year.  (more info. to come...)

The second car in the 2016 TRUST/GReddy TAS booth was a GReddy Turbocharged BRZ featuring some the latest FR-S/86/BRZ GReddy products, including the new FR-S/86/BRZ Trust Racing 6 speed Dog box transmission set.

2016 booth activities included Q&A sessions with GReddy driver's Ken Gushi and Masato Kawabata regarding their experiences driving the GReddy drift R35 and 86 for the Hakone II Drift Attack videos.

Outside the convention hall was the D1GP Series Kick Off Drift Demo.  2015 Drift Champion, Kawabata wowed the TAS crowds in the Team TOYO TIRES Drift - TRUST Racing 35RX SpecD GT-R

 

See more 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon photo coverage by our friends at Driving Line.
   http://www.drivingline.com/articles/tokyo-auto-salon-2016-mega-gallery/

2015 GReddy Year in Review

Time to Catch up with GReddy...

2016 is gearing up to be another great year for GReddy, with more new products, projects and fun; let's take a quick look back at some of the accomplishments we achieved in 2015...

Most recently was the secret Toyo Tires Japan Drift Attack project on the infamous Hakone Turn Pike, during the latest Motor Head Magazine Hakone Hill Climb II. The video session brought together our very own Boost Briagde / GReddy Team of Ken Gushi and Masato Kawabata in the TRUST Racing / Toyo Tires 550hp Toyota 86 and 1000+hp Nissan GT-R

 At the SEMA Show, GReddy Special Projects Division's 2015 project build was for the Fast and the Furious series star, Sung Kang (Han).  This special 1973 Datsun 240Z build, named the "Fugu Z," was documented online in Z Dream a 5 episode series, by the Speed motors on Fox and the eGarage team.

 

 Sung Kang's Fugu Z story - Z Dream documentary

Built in just over 2 months, this special build was finished just in time to reveal before the SEMA Show at the GReddy HQ.  It then went on to be featured in the main lobby of SEMA Show and won "Best in Show" in the Gran Turismo Awards (and our 4th Best Asian Import Award)

The GReddy Racing Japanese and USA Teams were equally as successful in 2015 with a D1 Grand Prix Series Championship and a 2nd Overall in the, super competitive, Formula Drift Pro Championships...

 

In just his 2nd year in the Team TOYO TIRES Drift - TRUST Racing 35RX Dspec GT-R, Masato Kawabata captures his 3rd D1Grand Prix Series Championship, with 2x wins (4x podioums) & 1x Top Qualifier in the 5 round, 2015 season.  (plus 3x 2015 Exhibition Event Wins)

 

2015 also became a break-out season for Ken Gushi and the GReddy Performance - Scion Racing FR-S.   In Ken's 4th season with the GReddy Team, Ken produced an impressive 4x podiums, 2x Top Qualifiers as well as record for OMTs in one event in the 7round series.  The result for the 2015 Formula Drift Pro Championship was 2nd overall with no signs of slowing down for 2016... Ken's 2nd place finish at the season finale in Irwindale Speedway with an injured car showed his confidence and great driving skill.

Don't forget to follow us via our GReddy Racing Social Media accounts on:

Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube

www.ShopGReddy.com

Also expanding in 2016 will be our new line of automotive inspired lifestyle merchandise, BOOST BRIGADE by Greddy.  Look for new unique items to add to the collection of Caps, Tees, Jackets and Sweatshirts we released in 2015...

 

 

 GReddy Performance Products, the Authorized North American Rocket Bunny Distributor has also expanded the exportation of Mr. Miura's TRA Kyoto line with the Pandem aero kits...

GPP Holiday Schedule