Falken Tires says its team of drivers, Matt Field and Aurimas “Odi” Bakchis finished second and third, respectively, in the first round of the 2022 Formula Drift Championship on the streets of Long Beach.
Field qualified third, followed by Bakchis in fourth, new team member Dylan Hughes in sixth, and Justin Pawlak in 27th. A total of 35 drivers were entered in the weekend’s event that saw standing-room-only crowds throughout both Friday and Saturday.
New this year, the winning teams from each division will progress to compete out of state.
Giti Tire revealed the winners of its STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Competition in Chester County, SC, where the company's first North American manufacturing facility stands.
Winners included Great Falls Elementary School in the Elementary Division; Chester Middle School in the Middle School Division; and Lewisville High School in the High School Division.
Nexen Tire will be featured on a variety of marketing assets, including billboards and in-ballpark branding at Petco Park.
The tires are labeled as snow tires, but do not have sufficient traction to perform in all snow weather conditions, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The company said it will have representatives from Goodyear, local customers and dealership representatives on hand to celebrate.
Updates to the logo include a single-color tire mark; a logo palette comprised of Tires Plus yellow, black and red; and refined typefaces.
Cole and Sky Johnson secured a victory in the 4400 Unlimited Class and Josh Atteberry earned second place in the 4600 Stock Class.
Yokohama said the tire enhances the car’s handling stability and comfort while reducing rolling resistance.
The association said these workshops are designed to enhance technician’s technical expertise and keep them up-to-date with the latest industry advancements.
Drivers who purchase at least four tires from eligible lines will qualify for savings of up to $120.
