The Origins of Drift Battle DVD

18 years ago, a dedicated drifting magazine outside of Japan called Drift Battle was born. This magazine featured articles and instructional videos on how to drift, catering to the growing popularity of Japanese Imports in Australia.

The producer of this video, Alexi, shares his experience of filming instructional lessons for the Drift Battle DVD back in the day.

Lesson 1: Handbrake Technique

Alexi demonstrates the handbrake technique, a fundamental skill in drifting. He explains the importance of clutch control, handbrake usage, and counter-steering to initiate a drift.

Lesson 2: Donuts Around a Cone

Alexi emphasizes the significance of practicing control and throttle management by doing donuts around a cone. He highlights the value of this exercise for beginners to understand car control.

Lesson 3: Clutch Kick Technique

While showcasing the clutch kick technique, Alexi explains the process of accelerating into a drift and maintaining speed through corners. He also shares insights on using acceleration to keep the wheels spinning.

Lesson 4: Drifting Skills and Equipment

Alexi delves into the importance of vehicle setup for drifting, including suspension, LSD, oil cooling, and steering wheel placement. He explains how these components contribute to enhancing a car’s drifting capabilities.

Lesson 5: Driving Techniques and Practice

Through demonstration laps on the track, Alexi showcases various driving techniques such as transitioning between corners, maintaining speed, and managing throttle inputs. He emphasizes the need for practice and experience to master drifting skills.