HOTstuff LIVE

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<table class="center" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0"><tbody><tr><td><img src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/onemotoring/en/motoring_buzz/features/hotstuff_live__fast.MainPar.0003.Image.gif" border="0" alt=""/></td></tr></tbody></table><div>The HOTstuff LIVE! carnival kicked-off smoothly at Sentosa's Gateway Carpark on 22 July 2006, and ended with the screening of the adrenalin-pumping movie, Fast &amp; Furious: Tokyo Drift.<br/><br/>By 9am, booths flunking both ends of the central stage were up and ready for business. Music blared and marquees flutter; even the dust began picking up a little in anticipation of the Auto Gymkhana competitions that were waiting to begin. Bikini-clad promoters strode in three inches-high heels and mini skirts, turning heads and seeking camera attention.</div><!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><img height="10" src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/libs/CFC/content/statics.0.gif" width="1" alt=""/>
        <!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><table class="center" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0"><tbody><tr><td><img src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/onemotoring/en/motoring_buzz/features/hotstuff_live__fast.MainPar.0005.Image.gif" border="0" alt=""/></td></tr></tbody></table><div>The onset of the Auto Gymkhana Series II competition set the carnival mood going with gathered crowds going <i>ooh</i> and <i>ahh</i>. Highly-skilled drivers sent dust flying as they negotiated complex courses, maneuvering everyday cars tactfully around bright, orange pylons. The competition, organised by the Singapore Motor Sports Association, was one of the main highlights of the day.<br/><br/>A passing shower in the late morning failed to dampen the spirit of exhibitors and visitors alike; more vehicles and people began pouring in as the weather cleared by mid-day. Spectators braved the dirt and grime, and large puddles to catch showcases of D1-styled drifting actions displayed by top drifters from Singapore and Malaysia. Many were armed with photographing gears to capture a piece of the action.</div><!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><img height="10" src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/libs/CFC/content/statics.0.gif" width="1" alt=""/>
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        <!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="100%" border="0"><tbody><tr><td><table class="center" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0"><tbody><tr><td valign="top" align="center"><img src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/onemotoring/en/motoring_buzz/features/hotstuff_live__fast.MainPar.0009.Image.gif" border="0" alt=""/></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr><tr><td width="100%"><div></div></td></tr></tbody></table><!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><img height="10" src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/libs/CFC/content/statics.0.gif" width="1" alt=""/>
        <!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><table class="right" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0"><tbody><tr><td><img src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/onemotoring/en/motoring_buzz/features/hotstuff_live__fast.MainPar.0011.Image.gif" border="0" alt=""/></td></tr></tbody></table><div>Along with several lucky winners, I had the chance at experiencing drifting firsthand. Being in the front seat was an exchange of grasps between adrenalin rushes and swirling visions of the heaven and earth. The eminent thought shooting through my mind then was the level of concentration the driver had to be equipped with at all time. It all seemed so easy peasy from the outside until you plunk into the hard bracket seat. One miscue can turn such graceful high speed controlled-skidding into a fatal accident.<br/><br/>My bespectacled driver who looked no older than 35 (though he really is 40-odd), have dabbled in the sport for over a decade. Speaking as he revved up the engine, he explained intently why drifting is mostly done using rear wheel drives (think Nissan Silvia S15).</div><!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><img height="10" src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/libs/CFC/content/statics.0.gif" width="1" alt=""/>
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        <!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><div>Actions aside, the event also drew a number of car clubs to the Megaclub Mayhem, evident in the convoys of various marques lining the Gateway Carpark. On top of that, the mega event acted as an opportunity for car enthusiasts to mingle and discover more about dolling up their rides, inside-out.<br/><br/>ONE.MOTORING was amongst the dozen of exhibitors promoting their services and wares at the carnival. New and existing members were each given a goodie bag containing magazines, air freshener, health product, game CD, information leaflets, and water for the scorching heat. Everyone went away with a lucky draw dip to win a pair of Fast &amp; Furious movie passes while car club members who sign up with ONE.MOTORING were given extra perk in the form of an additional lucky draw chance for a ride with the D1 drifters.</div><!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><img height="10" src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/libs/CFC/content/statics.0.gif" width="1" alt=""/>
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        <!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><div>Also on exhibition at the fair were products such as in-car entertainment systems, car tyres, lubricants, parts and accessories. An exuberant display of vehicles dressed up in full aerokits and body stickers was there to charm the gentlemen. Whilst the ladies were pampered to a flea market selling various crafts and clothes, the children were treated to a Kyosho RC Car Challenge - toy cars running on fuel even kids can drive! That said, who claims car carnivals are only for the guys?</div><!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><img height="10" src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/libs/CFC/content/statics.0.gif" width="1" alt=""/>
        <!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><table class="center" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" border="0"><tbody><tr><td><img src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/onemotoring/en/motoring_buzz/features/hotstuff_live__fast.MainPar.0021.Image.gif" border="0" alt=""/></td></tr></tbody></table><div>The carnival wrapped up with a prize presentation for winners of the Auto Gymkhana Series II competition. SMSA president, Mr Tan Teng Lip, was there to present trophies to the victors. A preview of the much-awaited movie at the Siloso Beach rounded up the HOTstuff LIVE! Fast &amp; Furious @ Sentosa event that evening.</div><!--Element not supported - Type: 8 Name: #comment--><img height="10" src="http://onemotoring.com.sg/publish/libs/CFC/content/statics.0.gif" width="1" alt=""/>
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