Velocity Invitational will launch general admission ticket sales for its 2024 event with an incredible opportunity for five winners to ride along with renowned Formula DRIFT driver and motorsport personality Ryan Tuerck. Tickets for the fifth annual event, which returns to Sonoma Raceway on October 4-6, go on sale Sunday, May 5.
In partnership with Mobil 1, the “Get Sideways with Ryan Tuerck Sweepstakes” will offer five winners the chance to ride with Tuerck in his high-horsepower Toyota Stout drift truck around the 12-turn Sonoma Raceway road course.
Tuerck began his career at an early age racing in motocross before competing in his first full drift season in 2006. He became known for his impressive drift builds, including the 1966 Toyota Stout, his Ferrari-powered Toyota GT4586 and the Formula Supra, which he showcases on his YouTube channel and other social media platforms.
Tuerck and his team completely transformed the 1966 Toyota Stout from a classic pickup to a modern pro-level drift car. The finished drifter features a Toyota 3S-GTE turbocharged engine capable of 650 horsepower with over a dozen custom parts. Tuerck drifted the Stout through the mountains of West Virginia in the Drift Appalachia: Touge Special Stage 2 event in November 2023.
“I love just about every facet of motorsports, and I’m looking forward to drifting the freshly repaved track with a few lucky folks,” said Tuerck. “The Stout has been a passion project, and I’m excited to represent the world of drifting at this year’s Velocity Invitational.”
Every Velocity Invitational ticket purchased between May 5 and July 4 will be automatically entered in the “Get Sideways with Ryan Tuerck Sweepstakes.” For complete sweepstakes rules, visit velocityinvitational.com/drift-with-ryan-tuerck/
In addition to the sweepstakes to ride along with Tuerck, thrill-seekers can purchase tickets to ride along with professional drivers in raucous rally cars. Tickets for the Gravel Rally Car Experience, which includes a ride with a professional rally driver in a specialized DirtFish Subaru BRZ, are now on sale, while tickets for the Group B Rally Experience go on sale June 5.
“In light of our 50th anniversary, we are excited to collaborate with Velocity Invitational to provide such a unique driving experience at this year’s event,” said Ryan Allen, brand and partnerships manager for Mobil 1. “Mobil 1 is proud to support motorsports and its enthusiasts. Giving five winners a chance to drift with Ryan Tuerck feels like the ultimate way to celebrate.”
In addition to incredible on-track experiences, the 2024 Velocity Invitational will feature an unparalleled lineup of the world’s rarest cars, including modern hypercars, historic Formula 1 race cars and popular historic racing groups. The three-day event will also feature local cuisine and beverage options, such as a variety of wines from local vintners, in a luxurious, family-friendly setting.
General admission tickets go on sale May 5. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit velocityinvitational.com. Stay up to date on event news on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.
