For the second year, S12Silvia threw its support for professional Formula D driver Nikolay Konstantinov. With many changes to the team, 2011 was indeed a building point for the 2012 season. With a new team, new shop, proper sponsorship/marking backing, new engine, and new livery, Nikolay Konstantinov with his team, NK Racing, started late in the season in an effort to create a promising foundation. With his first event in Las Vegas, NV, mechanical issues brought up on by the extreme heat tested the new build forcing the car into a non-competitive position. After much work and renewing their resolve, NK Racing pushed forth into Irwindale where things began to look quite promising. With the car set and quantification set to go, the LS2 block blew an hour prior leaving the team unable to continue at the Formula D finale. It was a blow as from what Nikolay was able to put down during practice would have indeed not only allow him to qualify safely but also to show that he indeed had refined his skills from 2010.
Unfortunately with the many mechanical issues that plagued NK Racing throughout the season, 2011 was indeed a year that built the framework on which Nikolay could follow through for 2012. Understanding the situation and drastic changes the team and chassis went through, S12Silvia.com is willing to hold out for 2012 season with much anticipation to see just how much Nikolay has improved and indeed show that despite the difficulties and challenges all drifters face, it is the love of the sport that brings us together.
