AIT Invites You to Drift in Chengdu: D1 Grand Prix Chengdu Tickets Now on Sale! Top Champions to Compete – Full Spectator Guide Here

For car enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike, nothing compares to the roar of engines and the smoke-filled corners of professional drifting. This year, the D1 Grand Prix will be held in China with two major stops—Chengdu in June and Dongguan in October (coinciding with AIT Expo). Now, the Chengdu event is officially open for ticket sales. Mark your calendars for June 20–22, when horsepower and precision will take center stage.

Legendary Drivers & Judges: Drift Icons Gather in Chengdu

In an exciting turn for fans of motorsport and anime alike, Keiichi Tsuchiya, the real-life inspiration behind Takumi Fujiwara from Initial D and the “Drift King” of Japan, will attend the Chengdu round in person. His presence will surely ignite the crowd and boost the prestige of the event.

Joining the judging panel are legendary D1 judges Hisashi Kamimoto and Yoshinori Taniguchi, both veterans of the global drifting scene. Their expertise will ensure a professional and fair competition on the track.

China’s Top Drifters to Compete Head-to-Head with International Stars

China’s elite drift racers are also heading to Chengdu in full force. Zhang Shengjun, widely known as "China's Drift King," has confirmed his participation. He’ll be joined by Li Wenfeng, champion of the D1 China Round held during last year’s AIT Dongguan event.

With a lineup of both domestic champions and global talents, this year’s Chengdu showdown is set to be one of the most electrifying events in the D1 China calendar.

Event Details & Location

• Event Dates: June 20–22, 2025

• Venue: Maojiawan Automotive Culture & Sports Park

• Address: No. 23, Group 11, Shuangyan Village, Zhengxing Subdistrict, Tianfu New Area, Chengdu, Sichuan Province

• Competition Format: Tandem battles, solo runs, and elimination rounds

• Tickets: Now available via official D1 and AIT platforms

Maojiawan Automotive Culture & Sports Park is a premier venue equipped with professional-grade facilities and optimal viewing areas for fans. It's designed to bring spectators closer to the action—literally!

Beyond the Track: More Than Just Drifting

Aside from the nail-biting drift battles, the event will feature an automotive culture carnival including:

• Interactive zones for fans

• Car tuning and modification showcases

• Brand exhibitions and merchandise

• Gourmet street food vendors

• Drift experience opportunities

For those unable to attend in person, the event will also be streamed online, giving fans across the globe front-row access to the tire-smoking action.

• New energy vehicle drift performance

• Keiichi Tsuchiya fan meeting

Electronic Music Festival

AIT Tuning Show-All In Tuning

Food Court

D1 Cultural Periphery

Official practice on June 20

June 21-22 Singles and pursuit finals

D1 Highlights

Why You Can’t Miss D1 Chengdu

Whether you're a die-hard Initial D fan, a motorsports photographer, or someone who just loves the smell of burning rubber—this is the must-see drift event of the summer.

Don’t wait—grab your tickets now, plan your trip, and join thousands of other car lovers in celebrating speed, style, and skill at the 2025 D1 GRAND PRIX Chengdu!

For ticketing, partnership, or media inquiries, follow official AIT and D1 China platforms for the latest updates.