Kenya Has A Drift Tuner Festival, And It Looks Absolutely Terrifying
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When you think of Kenya, it’s unlikely that the first thing that comes to mind is drift cars and GT-Rs.
However, this crazy drift event in Nairobi is probably about to blow just about everything you think you know about Kenya out of the water.
Well, unless a lack of health and safety springs to mind, that is!
According to Insider Monkey, just 36 out of every 1,000 Kenyans own a car.
Yet, the 2025 Tuner Festival showcases the craziest, most unhinged cars the nation has to offer, from drift-spec Nissan 350Zs to custom Lamborghinis.
Given that these events are understandably an exciting break from the norm, the spectators line the streets everywhere you look.
We’re properly impressed by some of the cars
Alongside a selection of Nissan Skyline GT-Rs, we see a variety of drift cars, including a facelifted Toyota GT86, Nissan 350Z (with the biggest rear wing we’ve ever seen!), and BMW E30s.
The official event website states:
“This festival promises to ignite the passion of car enthusiasts, speed lovers, and families alike with a thrilling showcase of automotive culture at its finest.”
The video seems to be like a who’s who of Kenya’s tuning scene, and it’s awesome to see such a great turnout with so many fans getting a chance to see the action.
There’s a slight lack of safety…
It’s uhh… concerning to see the cops just chilling in the background while the street drifting goes down inches from the spectators.
Thankfully, it seems there haven’t yet been any accidents at the show since there’s a terrifying lack of protection.
Needless to say, I don’t think the tape lining the crowd is quite up to the task!
Check out the video of the action here:
Keep doing ya thing, Kenya! Perhaps with a few more safety measures thrown into the mix next time?
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Bill is a writer and photographer who has been part of the Drifted team since 2015. His work extends to various print and online publications, including Wangan Warriors.
As part of the King of Nations team, he traveled extensively for several years, capturing top-tier international drift events worldwide. His hands-on experience, including rebuilding his own Nissan Silvia S15 drift car, gives him unique insights into drift car building and global drift culture.
When not behind the lens or keyboard, Bill can be found browsing classifieds for his next JDM project or shredding virtual tires on popular simulators like Assetto Corsa, CarX, and Forza.
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