: Irwindale Speedway in California became an instant legend, hosting massive crowds for D1GP USA events.
2005 was the year the "invincible" image of Japanese drivers began to crack as D1GP expanded its reach into the United States: D1 Professional Drift Grand Prix Series 2005
: The grid was dominated by the "Big Three" of drifting: the Nissan Silvia (S15) , Toyota Corolla (AE86) , and Mazda RX-7 (FD3S) . Major Milestones: Drifting Goes West : Irwindale Speedway in California became an instant
: Yasuyuki Kazama claimed the season title, showcasing a high-speed, aggressive style that many considered the gold standard of the "Golden Era" of drifting. Toyota Corolla (AE86)