Faruk Kugay

Judge·Instructor

Faruk Kugay

Drift Instructor at Drift Akademi

Türkiye
1
Races on duty
1
Seasons
2011
First season
1
Drift schools

ABOUT

Drift Racer and Motorsport Promoter

Faruk Kugay is a professional drift driver, event promoter and racing enthusiast known for his deep impact on the American and international drifting communities. Born in Europe and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, he has developed a racing career that spans multiple disciplines, but he is most widely recognized for his contributions to the sport of drifting in the United States.

Early Years

Kugay began his motorsport journey with grassroots drifting events in Northern California, gaining respect for his technical skill, smooth style and deep understanding of vehicle dynamics. His passion for motorsport quickly evolved beyond driving, and he played a key role in organizing events that brought the drift scene to a wider audience.

Formula Drift

Kugay became a notable competitor in Formula Drift, the top professional drifting series in North America. As both a privateer and a team driver, he earned recognition for campaigning various builds, most famously his Nissan S14 chassis powered by diverse engine swaps including the BMW S54 and later the Toyota 2JZ, showcasing his technical creativity and deep mechanical knowledge.

SONOMA Drift

Beyond driving, Kugay co-founded SONOMA Drift, a grassroots drift series held at Sonoma Raceway in California. Through this platform, he helped foster a new generation of drift talent and maintained a thriving drift culture on the West Coast.

DevSpeed Motorsports

He is also the founder of DevSpeed Motorsports, a performance and race preparation shop that supports his own race efforts and builds for clients. DevSpeed became known for high-quality fabrication and unique drift car builds tailored for both style and performance.

Media and Today

Kugay has appeared on motorsports programs and YouTube channels, where he is known for his educational approach to vehicle tuning, suspension setup and race preparation. His dual role as both a driver and an event organizer makes him a respected voice in the drifting world.

Today, Faruk Kugay continues to blend passion, performance and promotion: building wild drift cars, mentoring young drivers and contributing to the growth of drifting across North America and beyond.

RACE INVOLVEMENT

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