Formula Drifting is a form of auto racing where cars can skid while moving. The sport originated in Japan but has become quite popular in other countries, especially in recent years. For example, since 2004, when the first event was held in the US, the race has developed a huge following. In fact, Formula D racing has as many fans as NASCAR racing.
Subsequently, many tire manufacturers are taking notice and getting more involved in sponsoring Formula D drivers and cars. As a reward for their sponsorship, they can market their special tires. This article will discuss some of the most popular manufacturers to distribute drift tires for regular vehicles.
nitto tire
Nitto Tire is one of the most popular tire manufacturers to create Formula Drifting tires. They create tires for all types of vehicles and driving situations. This includes the creation of Formula D tires for racing vehicles, as well as tires for traditional vehicles (including cars, trucks and SUVs). Its most popular model is the NT 555 RII.
BF Goodrich tire
BF Goodrich Tire is a very popular tire manufacturer in the United States. Like Nitto Tires, BF Goodrich Tires makes tires for all types of vehicles. For racing vehicles, the company’s drift tires offer the best support of other brands.
Maxxis tires
Maxxis Tires is not a tire manufacturer as well known to the average person. This is because the company focuses on making tires for auto racing only, be it traditional racing or Formula Drifting racing. So don’t look at Maxxis tires if you need a set of tires for your normal vehicle.
Bridgestone
Bridgestone is the most popular manufacturer for the Formula Drifting period. However, it should be noted that the company makes tires for both drift racing and other types of motorsports, including supercross racing or monster truck racing. Bridgestone also manufactures tires for personal vehicles.
Other lesser known manufacturers
Several other lesser known tire manufacturers also distribute Formula Drifting tires.
Examples of these manufacturers include Dunlop Tires, Cooper Tires, Toyo Tires, and Falken Tires. You can find more Formula D tire manufacturers by googling them or researching what is being said in auto racing magazines.
In conclusion, the drift trend will allow many to also have this type of tire on their own cars. However, people should know that they should not use them to illegally race their cars. Only a professional car racer knows how to race in the safest way. And even then there are accidents, especially since Formula Drifting requires drifting the car, a practice that is much more dangerous than traditional racing. For the average person, skid tires will help improve their car’s traction capabilities, which can help them make a quick turn that could avoid a potential accident. But this should be the sole purpose of Formula Drifting tires designed for personal use.