Nissan GT-R sets world drifting record

By: Mansoor A. Bukhari

April 9,2016

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Nissan GT-R Achieves Fastest Drift Guinness World Record

Nissan GT-R Fastest Drift

Record-Breaking Performance

Nissan has set the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the fastest drift ever recorded, achieving a speed of 304.96 km/h at a 30-degree angle using a specially-tuned MY16 Nissan GT-R. This remarkable feat was accomplished during a special event held at Fujairah International Airport, UAE, chosen for its 3km long airstrip deemed suitable for the challenge.

Nissan GT-R Drift Event

Development of the Nissan GT-R

The record-breaking Nissan GT-R was developed with the support and coordination of Nismo specialists. Key specifications include:

Tuned to 1380 HP for maximum performance
Power delivery adapted to the rear wheels
Extensive testing conducted at Fuji Speedway in Japan

The GT-R was prepared by GReddy Trust and tested rigorously with Kawabata at the wheel.

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Nissan GT-R Record Drift

Significance of the Achievement

“Once again, Nissan has broken a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title and has made international history for the fifth time in the Middle East,” said Samir Cherfan, Managing Director of Nissan Middle East. “The Nissan GT-R is one of the world’s most iconic supercars, proving time and again the incredible breadth of its capabilities, and has clearly demonstrated its performance leadership by beating the best drift cars out there. The fact that this achievement was set here in the UAE makes it even more special for our region. Setting this incredibly difficult world record was a clear demonstration of the excitement we are bringing to the Middle East with the Nismo brand.”

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Nissan GT-R Event Preparation

Preparation for the Record Attempt

Technicians from GReddy Trust worked on the specially tuned 2016 Nissan GT-R setup on-site for three days leading up to the event. They had only three attempts to break the record, adhering to strict guidelines set by Guinness World Records. Additional support came from: