Toyota has once again proven its dominance in the world of drifting by securing its ninth Formula DRIFT Auto Cup title at the thrilling season finale held at Irwindale Speedway in California. This latest victory reaffirms Toyota’s long-standing success in the sport, marking another milestone for the brand in the 2024 Formula DRIFT season.
“We are pleased to take back the top spot on the podium as we claim our ninth Auto Cup title,” said Paul Doleshal, group manager of motorsports at Toyota Motor North America. “This achievement would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of our teams and the skill of our drivers, who continually push their Toyota vehicles to their limits. We’re proud to celebrate this success and look forward to continued triumphs in the future.”
Toyota’s trio of high-performance GR models—the GR Supra, GR Corolla Hatchback, and GR86—have been front and center in this year’s competition. Leading the charge was multi-time champion Fredric Aasbo, who claimed victory in Atlanta and secured a podium finish in St. Louis. Teammate Ryan Tuerck also shined this season, taking his first win since 2022 in Seattle. Drivers Ken Gushi and Jhonnattan Castro contributed strong performances as well, with Gushi kicking off the season with a fourth-place finish in Long Beach and Castro advancing to the Great 8 in Seattle.
Toyota’s success in Formula DRIFT dates back to its initial entry under the Scion badge, where the brand claimed its first three Auto Cup titles from 2014 to 2016. Since then, Toyota has continued its winning streak with further championships from 2017 to 2019, along with its most recent victories in 2021, 2022, and now, 2024.
With this ninth title in hand, Toyota’s legacy in drifting remains unmatched, as they continue to set the bar in one of motorsports’ most exciting disciplines.
Source: Toyota
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