Ryan Litteral Another Driver Confirmed for Drift GP at Pukekohe Park Raceway

American drifting star Ryan Litteral has been confirmed as the latest international driver to join the Drift GP lineup at Pukekohe Park Raceway, set to take place over the weekend of 13-15 February 2026.

Litteral is widely regarded as one of the most technically refined and consistent drivers to emerge from the United States drifting scene. A long-time competitor in the Formula Drift Pro Championship, he has built his reputation on smooth, high-speed driving, razor-close proximity, and a calm, calculated approach to competition that delivers results under pressure.

Litteral’s arrival adds major international depth to the Drift GP field and strengthens what is shaping up to be one of the strongest lineups ever assembled for the event. His experience competing on fast, technical circuits around the world makes him a perfect match for the demanding layout of Pukekohe Park Raceway.

I’m incredibly excited and grateful for the opportunity to compete at Drift GP at Pukekohe Park alongside some of the best drivers in the world. This is an iconic venue, and being part of its final chapter makes the experience even more meaningful.

Huge thanks to Jonny Burns for trusting me with the S14.9. It’s an impressive car, and I’m looking forward to working with such a talented team behind it. We’re ready to see what a high horsepower SR platform is all about!

Thank you to D1NZ for the invitation and for bringing us into this historic event. I’m proud to be part of the Drift GP lineup and excited to deliver a strong performance at Pukekohe.” – Ryan Litteral

Ryan will be jumping into Jonny Burns’ Nissan Silvia S14.9, boasting a 500kw SR20. 

“I’m really excited for Ryan to jump in the car and experience what the team and I have put together over the off-season. The S14.9 and SR20 package have been built to a high level, and having a driver of Ryan’s calibre behind the wheel is the perfect way to showcase that work. Pukekohe is an iconic circuit, and I’m looking forward to seeing what we can achieve together and hopefully convert all that preparation into some strong results.” – Jonny Burns, LBranch fabrication S14.9

“Bringing Ryan Litteral to Drift GP is a massive win for New Zealand drifting. Ryan is a proven world-class competitor with years of experience at the highest level of the sport, and having him line up at Pukekohe raises the bar for everyone involved. It’s exactly the kind of international talent we want alongside our local drivers, and it shows just how far Drift GP and D1NZ have come on the global stage.” – Brendon White, D1NZ Director

You can catch all the action at Pukekohe Park Raceway, 13-15 February 2026. Where international drivers take on the kiwis. Pre-purchase your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/drift-gp