The 2024 Ford Mustang will have an electronic drift brake developed by Formula Drift racer Vaughn Gittin Jr., who will compete in the Formula Drift series with a Mustang.
The new pony car goes on sale this summer and Ford is showing off one of its signature features.
It's an electronic drift brake that can lock up the rear wheels to make it easier to initiate a drift, like those seen in the Formula Drift racing series.The feature works like an emergency brake, but has been programmed to provide three times as much braking force, which can be adjusted depending on the driver's skill.The brake was developed with the help of Ford Performance driver and two-time Formula Drift champion Vaughn Gittin Jr.
The RTR Motorsports Formula Drift Spec 5-FD competition Mustang will compete in the Formula Drift series.is a fully modified version with a specially engineered suspension and RTR's signature polygonal air intakes incorporated into the grille. The engine specifications haven't been released, but his last car used a 900 hp V8 built by Roush Performance.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP
The RTR Mustang will be making its debut at the April 7-8 season-opening Formula Drift event in Long Beach, Calf., where RTR Motorsports drivers Chelsea DeNofa, Adam LZ and James Deane will be competing, and Gitting will join the team for the second round in Braselton, Ga., the weekend of May 11-13.
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