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Prodrift Admin · 01-11-2007, 20:51

Press Release

Prodrift European Series Calendar 2008

For immediate Release
November 1st 2007

Below please find confirmed dates for the 2008 Prodrift European Series:

April 19th/20th .........................Ireland, Mondello Park
May 24th .................................UK, Teeside Autodrome
June 14th/15th....................... Sweden, Sturup Raceway
July 26th/27th......................... Benelux (XD Collab) TBC
August 23rd/24th .....................Finland, Alastaro
September 27th ......................UK, Teeside Autodrome

The 2008 Prodrift European Series represents the efforts of a team of international drivers, colleagues and affiliates working towards a series of events that are a true representation of the drifting talent and culture that exists in Europe. The venues to be used also hold particular significance to the current fabric of the European Drifting Community.

RD 1 Ireland – The territory that experiences greatest support from both drivers and spectators. 90mph entries and a unique atmosphere generated by a capacity audience makes for an ideal start to the 2008 Prodrift European Series. Acting as the finale to a 3 day drifting festival at Irelands national race circuit, this weekend will be the THE most extensive drift festival ever to take place in Europe.

RD 2 UK – A strong drifting grid with professional, high profile competitors will convene on the Teeside circuit in North East England for Round 2 of the Prodrift European Series. Stiff competition from local UK competitors will guarantee that Europe’s elite are put to the test around this exciting circuit.

RD 3 Sweden - Located in the southern tip of Sweden, Sturup Raceway has already played host to drifting demonstrations as part of a national Touring Car event. Unprecedented positive feedback and enthusiasm from the Swedish motorsport public confirmed the appeal of Sturup as host to an official leg of the Prodrift European Series. The first of 2 Prodrift events to be held in Scandinavia, evidence of the depth of local talent that exists within that region.

RD 4 Benelux – In partnership with the Xtremedrift Series Prodrift will position Round 4 of the European Series in the Benelux Region. Xtremedrift is recognised as the leading force in mainland European drift competition, and as such, Xtremedrift competitors have dominated European drift championships. In 2008 the fearless drivers of the Benelux region will be granted an opportunity to stamp their authority over Europe’s best drifters on home turf.

RD 5 Finland - The Finnish leg of the Prodrift European Series takes place on what could be the most challenging and exciting drift circuit on the Prodrift calendar. Alastaro offers fast flowing bends with undulating chicanes and technical transitions. Coupled with a world famous motorsport heritage and the natural talent of Nordic competitors, the trip north of Helsinki will certainly rank as a highlight to the 2008 Prodrift European Series.

RD 6 Finals UK – Returning to Teeside, Round 6 will represent a historic finale to the first Prodrift European Series. With the pressure on for final championship standings, the talent of Europe’s best drifters, combined with the skill of the local UK competitors, will make for an exciting flood lit competition that will determine the 2008 Prodrift European Series Champion.

Commenting on the announcement of the 2008 calendar, Prodrift’s Sales & Marketing manager Karl O’Sullivan said, “Finally we have co-ordinated the series of international drift competitions worthy of Europe’s best competitors. Using the most established and recognised European drift territories, this 2008 Series marks an exciting period of growth for European Drifting. During the next 4 months we will have regular exciting announcements about the Prodrift European Series and what it will offer for teams, drivers, spectators and fans.’

Managing director of Prodrift, Graham McNamara added, “Our constant research across the European drift scene has afforded Prodrift the confidence to take this giant step with European Drifting. The calendar is set up to offer a non-stop, action packed tour of exciting events and venues. From the enormous launch event in Ireland and the step into the Nordic circuits with a Finale in the UK, the 2008 season is set to set a new bench mark for international European drift competition’.

For immediate information please contact Karl O’Sullivan karl@prodriftseries.com.

suprmek1 · 01-11-2007, 20:58

WOW I cant wait this should be an amazing series.

Stavros · 01-11-2007, 20:59

Mint

**SteveDunn** · 01-11-2007, 21:01

Good job

Sturup is an ace track. Will be interesting to see the show Prodrift puts on!

Stavros · 01-11-2007, 21:02

I reckon this should be a sticky, this is BIG news

Hexham-Scotty · 01-11-2007, 21:04

Superb 2 rounds in the U.K. and in the North East.

Joe · 01-11-2007, 21:04

impressive dates for 08' , will be a landmark year in european drifting by the looks of things

sideways.taff · 01-11-2007, 21:06

Looks like a fantastic championship

Jord · 01-11-2007, 21:14

Awesome, hopefully I can make the first round in Ireland, looks set to be a hell of a season for PD!

Chris_200SX · 01-11-2007, 21:22

nice one PD, fantastic news

sideways.taff · 01-11-2007, 21:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jord

Awesome, hopefully I can make the first round in Ireland, looks set to be a hell of a season for PD!

Road Trip!

chunk · 01-11-2007, 21:25

FUCK yeah!!! Really looking forward to going to some PD rounds in '08!

Stavros · 01-11-2007, 21:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by sideways.taff

Road Trip!

Ill be going on same boat as you from round your way, so count me in dude.

sideways.taff · 01-11-2007, 21:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stavros

Ill be going on same boat as you from round your way, so count me in dude.

Good good!

Jord · 01-11-2007, 21:46

Aye, I'm up for a road trip! Do I go through Wales to get to Ireland?

I'll pick you up Bryn

gtst lad · 01-11-2007, 21:47

Looking forward to spectating at one of the teeside rounds.

MJG · 01-11-2007, 21:52

Brilliant, should be opportunity for some fair laughs laaaaaad.

Stavros · 01-11-2007, 21:54

And 2 more excuses to go to Zanzibar in 'Boro too, class

EDIT- And Ireland too, of course!

sideways.taff · 01-11-2007, 22:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jord

Aye, I'm up for a road trip! Do I go through Wales to get to Ireland?

I'll pick you up Bryn

North or South Wales... tis up to you.. South Wales and you're giving me a lift... Savage laaad!

chunk · 01-11-2007, 22:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by sideways.taff

Savage laaad!

You and your welsh accent makes that sound funny! HAHA!

I know a fair few of the Midland lot are up for a road trip aswell!

01-11-2007, 20:51	#1 (permalink)
Prodrift Admin doughnutter Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 50	Prodrift EUROPEAN Series 2008 Press Release Prodrift European Series Calendar 2008 For immediate Release November 1st 2007 Below please find confirmed dates for the 2008 Prodrift European Series: April 19th/20th .........................Ireland, Mondello Park May 24th .................................UK, Teeside Autodrome June 14th/15th....................... Sweden, Sturup Raceway July 26th/27th......................... Benelux (XD Collab) TBC August 23rd/24th .....................Finland, Alastaro September 27th ......................UK, Teeside Autodrome The 2008 Prodrift European Series represents the efforts of a team of international drivers, colleagues and affiliates working towards a series of events that are a true representation of the drifting talent and culture that exists in Europe. The venues to be used also hold particular significance to the current fabric of the European Drifting Community. RD 1 Ireland – The territory that experiences greatest support from both drivers and spectators. 90mph entries and a unique atmosphere generated by a capacity audience makes for an ideal start to the 2008 Prodrift European Series. Acting as the finale to a 3 day drifting festival at Irelands national race circuit, this weekend will be the THE most extensive drift festival ever to take place in Europe. RD 2 UK – A strong drifting grid with professional, high profile competitors will convene on the Teeside circuit in North East England for Round 2 of the Prodrift European Series. Stiff competition from local UK competitors will guarantee that Europe’s elite are put to the test around this exciting circuit. RD 3 Sweden - Located in the southern tip of Sweden, Sturup Raceway has already played host to drifting demonstrations as part of a national Touring Car event. Unprecedented positive feedback and enthusiasm from the Swedish motorsport public confirmed the appeal of Sturup as host to an official leg of the Prodrift European Series. The first of 2 Prodrift events to be held in Scandinavia, evidence of the depth of local talent that exists within that region. RD 4 Benelux – In partnership with the Xtremedrift Series Prodrift will position Round 4 of the European Series in the Benelux Region. Xtremedrift is recognised as the leading force in mainland European drift competition, and as such, Xtremedrift competitors have dominated European drift championships. In 2008 the fearless drivers of the Benelux region will be granted an opportunity to stamp their authority over Europe’s best drifters on home turf. RD 5 Finland - The Finnish leg of the Prodrift European Series takes place on what could be the most challenging and exciting drift circuit on the Prodrift calendar. Alastaro offers fast flowing bends with undulating chicanes and technical transitions. Coupled with a world famous motorsport heritage and the natural talent of Nordic competitors, the trip north of Helsinki will certainly rank as a highlight to the 2008 Prodrift European Series. RD 6 Finals UK – Returning to Teeside, Round 6 will represent a historic finale to the first Prodrift European Series. With the pressure on for final championship standings, the talent of Europe’s best drifters, combined with the skill of the local UK competitors, will make for an exciting flood lit competition that will determine the 2008 Prodrift European Series Champion. Commenting on the announcement of the 2008 calendar, Prodrift’s Sales & Marketing manager Karl O’Sullivan said, “Finally we have co-ordinated the series of international drift competitions worthy of Europe’s best competitors. Using the most established and recognised European drift territories, this 2008 Series marks an exciting period of growth for European Drifting. During the next 4 months we will have regular exciting announcements about the Prodrift European Series and what it will offer for teams, drivers, spectators and fans.’ Managing director of Prodrift, Graham McNamara added, “Our constant research across the European drift scene has afforded Prodrift the confidence to take this giant step with European Drifting. The calendar is set up to offer a non-stop, action packed tour of exciting events and venues. From the enormous launch event in Ireland and the step into the Nordic circuits with a Finale in the UK, the 2008 season is set to set a new bench mark for international European drift competition’. For immediate information please contact Karl O’Sullivan karl@prodriftseries.com. Last edited by Prodrift Admin : 03-12-2007 at 14:27. Reason: Round 2 Date Change Again****

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Stavros DEYTUKURJURBS Join Date: May 2005 Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Posts: 10,327	And 2 more excuses to go to Zanzibar in 'Boro too, class EDIT- And Ireland too, of course! Last edited by Stavros : 01-11-2007 at 22:01.

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01-11-2007, 20:58	#2 (permalink)
suprmek1 Dori Mechanic Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Torquay Posts: 1,281	WOW I cant wait this should be an amazing series.

01-11-2007, 20:59	#3 (permalink)
Stavros DEYTUKURJURBS Join Date: May 2005 Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Posts: 10,327	Mint

01-11-2007, 21:01	#4 (permalink)
SteveDunn I can't see... Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Ashford Posts: 4,471	Good job Sturup is an ace track. Will be interesting to see the show Prodrift puts on!

01-11-2007, 21:02	#5 (permalink)
Stavros DEYTUKURJURBS Join Date: May 2005 Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Posts: 10,327	I reckon this should be a sticky, this is BIG news

01-11-2007, 21:04	#6 (permalink)
Hexham-Scotty Skylinepart.cm Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Up Norf Posts: 1,085	Superb 2 rounds in the U.K. and in the North East.

01-11-2007, 21:04	#7 (permalink)
Joe Toyota's best-Ae86-Jza80 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Kilkenny,Ireland Posts: 620	impressive dates for 08' , will be a landmark year in european drifting by the looks of things

01-11-2007, 21:06	#8 (permalink)
sideways.taff -NightWalkers- Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: West Wales Posts: 5,526	Looks like a fantastic championship

01-11-2007, 21:14	#9 (permalink)
Jord Origin x Skay Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Peterborough Posts: 8,388	Awesome, hopefully I can make the first round in Ireland, looks set to be a hell of a season for PD!

01-11-2007, 21:22	#10 (permalink)
Chris_200SX -NightWalkers- Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: S.Wales Posts: 1,400	nice one PD, fantastic news

01-11-2007, 21:25	#12 (permalink)
chunk sucks Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Leicester Posts: 4,415	FUCK yeah!!! Really looking forward to going to some PD rounds in '08!

01-11-2007, 21:46	#15 (permalink)
Jord Origin x Skay Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Peterborough Posts: 8,388	Aye, I'm up for a road trip! Do I go through Wales to get to Ireland? I'll pick you up Bryn

01-11-2007, 21:47	#16 (permalink)
gtst lad Ut oh Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 2,143	Looking forward to spectating at one of the teeside rounds.

01-11-2007, 21:52	#17 (permalink)
MJG e30 of Death Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Derby, England Posts: 11,955	Brilliant, should be opportunity for some fair laughs laaaaaad.