: Irwindale Speedway in California became an instant legend, hosting massive crowds for D1GP USA events.
The series' popularity led to the release of an official video game developed by for the PlayStation 2. Yuke's - LaunchBox Games Database D1 Professional Drift Grand Prix Series 2005
2005 was the year the "invincible" image of Japanese drivers began to crack as D1GP expanded its reach into the United States: : Irwindale Speedway in California became an instant
: The season featured legends like Nobuteru Taniguchi , Katsuhiro Ueo (famous for his 160hp AE86), and Kazuhiro Tanaka . : In a major upset, American driver Vaughn Gittin Jr
: In a major upset, American driver Vaughn Gittin Jr. piloted a Ford Mustang to victory against the Japanese pros, popularizing American muscle in a sport previously dominated by Japanese imports. D1 Professional Drift Grand Prix Series 2005 (The Game)