Compiled by SEMA Editors

In Formula DRIFT Round 3: Miami Heat, Vaughn Gittin Jr. in the Monster Energy/Nitto Tire Ford Mustang RTR battled Chris Forsberg in the Hankook Tire Nissan 370Z for his second consecutive victory.

Formula DRIFT Round 3: Vaughn Gittin Takes His Second Consecutive Event Victory
Formula DRIFT entered Homestead–Miami Speedway for the first time for Round 3: Miami Heat. Vaughn Gittin Jr. in the Monster Energy/Nitto Tire Ford Mustang RTR battled Chris Forsberg in the Hankook Tire Nissan 370Z for his second consecutive victory. Gittin moves into second place overall in the championship standings. Forsberg retains the lead with a 10-point margin heading into the fourth round of competition. Rounding out the podium in third place was the number three qualifier, Kenny Moen in the Achilles Radial/Bridges Racing Nissan 240SX. The 2014 Formula DRIFT Championship season continues with Round 4: The Gauntlet at Wall Speedway in New Jersey, June 20–21.

NMCA Announces the All-New Chevrolet Performance Stock Class for the 2015 Season
Rollie Miller, NMCA national event director, has announced an all-new class for 2015 in both the NMCA Series and the LSX Showdown Challenge Series. The new Chevrolet Performance Stock (LS Stock) class will use the brand-new Chevrolet Performance DR525 drag-racing sealed crate engine released May 30, 2014, and featured on NMCAdigital.com. The DR525 is scheduled to go on sale August 1.

Royal Purple-sponsored driver Sarah Burgess makes her Red Bull Global Rallycross debut, June 7, at X Games in Austin at Circuit of the Americas.

Royal Purple Partners With Red Bull Global Rallycross Driver Sarah Burgess for 2014 Season
Royal Purple has announced that it will sponsor Red Bull Global Rallycross (GRC) driver Sarah Burgess in her inaugural foray into the rally car series for the 2014 season.

A native of Australia, Burgess has been drift racing for the past three years in the United States, most recently in the Xtreme Drift Circuit at the wheel of a ’13 Ford Mustang. Burgess is one of two female drivers competing in Red Bull GRC this season, and she welcomes the opportunity to be a role model for other women while competing in her 2.0L Ecotec-powered Chevrolet Sonic.

Red Bull Global Rallycross at the X Games in Austin will be broadcast live on ABC, June 7, at 3:00 p.m. (EDT).

Brian Deegan, in the #38 Rockstar Energy/Makita Ford, swept last weekend in Pro 2 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series.

Deegan Sweeps Pro 2 in Reno
Brian Deegan switched helmets from Rallycross to the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series last weekend as the trucks took on Wild West Motorsports Park near Reno, Nevada. In the #38 Rockstar Energy/Makita Ford, Deegan swept the weekend in Pro 2.

For the fifth time in the five rounds of the 2014 season, Deegan captured the pole in Pro 2 on Friday night. He qualified second in Round 5 of Pro Lites class behind RJ Anderson. On Saturday Deegan would make it a sweep in Pro 2. He qualified third in round 6 of Pro Lites. Kyle Hart, who would eventually get the win in Pro Lite, edged out Deegan for the lead.

With two more wins in Pro 2, the #38 Rockstar Energy Drink Team extends its points lead. All the action will broadcast on CBS Sports Network, Sunday, June 8, at 8 p.m. (EDT).

Deegan is ready to switch helmets again as he heads to X Games Austin for the Rallycross debut on the Circuit of America racetrack. X Games Austin will be live on ESPN and ABC June 5–8. Visit www.xgamesaustin.com for complete schedule.

Compiled by SEMA Editors

In Formula DRIFT Round 3: Miami Heat, Vaughn Gittin Jr. in the Monster Energy/Nitto Tire Ford Mustang RTR battled Chris Forsberg in the Hankook Tire Nissan 370Z for his second consecutive victory.

Formula DRIFT Round 3: Vaughn Gittin Takes His Second Consecutive Event Victory
Formula DRIFT entered Homestead–Miami Speedway for the first time for Round 3: Miami Heat. Vaughn Gittin Jr. in the Monster Energy/Nitto Tire Ford Mustang RTR battled Chris Forsberg in the Hankook Tire Nissan 370Z for his second consecutive victory. Gittin moves into second place overall in the championship standings. Forsberg retains the lead with a 10-point margin heading into the fourth round of competition. Rounding out the podium in third place was the number three qualifier, Kenny Moen in the Achilles Radial/Bridges Racing Nissan 240SX. The 2014 Formula DRIFT Championship season continues with Round 4: The Gauntlet at Wall Speedway in New Jersey, June 20–21.

NMCA Announces the All-New Chevrolet Performance Stock Class for the 2015 Season
Rollie Miller, NMCA national event director, has announced an all-new class for 2015 in both the NMCA Series and the LSX Showdown Challenge Series. The new Chevrolet Performance Stock (LS Stock) class will use the brand-new Chevrolet Performance DR525 drag-racing sealed crate engine released May 30, 2014, and featured on NMCAdigital.com. The DR525 is scheduled to go on sale August 1.

Royal Purple-sponsored driver Sarah Burgess makes her Red Bull Global Rallycross debut, June 7, at X Games in Austin at Circuit of the Americas.

Royal Purple Partners With Red Bull Global Rallycross Driver Sarah Burgess for 2014 Season
Royal Purple has announced that it will sponsor Red Bull Global Rallycross (GRC) driver Sarah Burgess in her inaugural foray into the rally car series for the 2014 season.

A native of Australia, Burgess has been drift racing for the past three years in the United States, most recently in the Xtreme Drift Circuit at the wheel of a ’13 Ford Mustang. Burgess is one of two female drivers competing in Red Bull GRC this season, and she welcomes the opportunity to be a role model for other women while competing in her 2.0L Ecotec-powered Chevrolet Sonic.

Red Bull Global Rallycross at the X Games in Austin will be broadcast live on ABC, June 7, at 3:00 p.m. (EDT).

Brian Deegan, in the #38 Rockstar Energy/Makita Ford, swept last weekend in Pro 2 of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series.

Deegan Sweeps Pro 2 in Reno
Brian Deegan switched helmets from Rallycross to the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series last weekend as the trucks took on Wild West Motorsports Park near Reno, Nevada. In the #38 Rockstar Energy/Makita Ford, Deegan swept the weekend in Pro 2.

For the fifth time in the five rounds of the 2014 season, Deegan captured the pole in Pro 2 on Friday night. He qualified second in Round 5 of Pro Lites class behind RJ Anderson. On Saturday Deegan would make it a sweep in Pro 2. He qualified third in round 6 of Pro Lites. Kyle Hart, who would eventually get the win in Pro Lite, edged out Deegan for the lead.

With two more wins in Pro 2, the #38 Rockstar Energy Drink Team extends its points lead. All the action will broadcast on CBS Sports Network, Sunday, June 8, at 8 p.m. (EDT).

Deegan is ready to switch helmets again as he heads to X Games Austin for the Rallycross debut on the Circuit of America racetrack. X Games Austin will be live on ESPN and ABC June 5–8. Visit www.xgamesaustin.com for complete schedule.

	The SEMA Garage has a dyno lab and a fully certified test center, complete with expert staff who are available to help members through the process.

For one night, the SEMA Garage – Industry Innovations Center is taking a break from the scanning and development that typically takes place in the facility to welcome the $31 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry for an Open House, Thursday, July 17, in Diamond Bar, California.

“The SEMA Garage is available to help manufacturers develop automotive parts and accessories from start to finish,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development programs. “With the recent completion of the photo cove, the SEMA Garage is now fully operational. We want the industry to join us in celebrating this incredible building and to see all that it has to offer.”

RSVP online for the SEMA Garage Open House. 

The only facility of its kind, the SEMA Garage helps auto-parts manufacturers develop products in as little as six weeks. Members are able to gain access to new vehicle models from automakers, and have final products available for sale before the vehicle is even available to the public. Tools in the SEMA Garage include a portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM), a 3D printer, digital race car scales, a dyno and emissions lab, a training center and a photo cove stocked with an abundance of lights, strobe kits, umbrellas and more.

During the SEMA Garage Open House, members will be able to see each area and learn about all the equipment available to them.

“The SEMA Garage is the ultimate production facility,” said Spagnola. “The building was purpose-built to include state-of-the-art equipment specific to auto-parts manufacturers. We’ve further filled the SEMA Garage with tools and equipment, so that members simply need to show up and do what they do best.”

	The SEMA Garage has a dyno lab and a fully certified test center, complete with expert staff who are available to help members through the process.

For one night, the SEMA Garage – Industry Innovations Center is taking a break from the scanning and development that typically takes place in the facility to welcome the $31 billion automotive specialty-equipment industry for an Open House, Thursday, July 17, in Diamond Bar, California.

“The SEMA Garage is available to help manufacturers develop automotive parts and accessories from start to finish,” said Mike Spagnola, SEMA vice president of OEM and product development programs. “With the recent completion of the photo cove, the SEMA Garage is now fully operational. We want the industry to join us in celebrating this incredible building and to see all that it has to offer.”

RSVP online for the SEMA Garage Open House. 

The only facility of its kind, the SEMA Garage helps auto-parts manufacturers develop products in as little as six weeks. Members are able to gain access to new vehicle models from automakers, and have final products available for sale before the vehicle is even available to the public. Tools in the SEMA Garage include a portable coordinate measuring machine (CMM), a 3D printer, digital race car scales, a dyno and emissions lab, a training center and a photo cove stocked with an abundance of lights, strobe kits, umbrellas and more.

During the SEMA Garage Open House, members will be able to see each area and learn about all the equipment available to them.

“The SEMA Garage is the ultimate production facility,” said Spagnola. “The building was purpose-built to include state-of-the-art equipment specific to auto-parts manufacturers. We’ve further filled the SEMA Garage with tools and equipment, so that members simply need to show up and do what they do best.”

By SEMA Editors

Source Interlink Media has announced a sweeping redesign of its brand portfolio and a new name—TEN: The Enthusiast Network.

“TEN: The Enthusiast Network speaks to who we are and what we do,” said Scott Dickey, chief executive officer. “We are the world’s premier network of enthusiast brands—we create and deliver content every day that informs, entertains, inspires and connects with enthusiasts. We are dedicated to enabling enthusiasts to pursue the passions that define their lifestyle. The company’s future focus will center on its iconic core brands and their connection with the consumer across all forms of media. We are now putting in place the foundation to operate as a truly independent content creation and media services company, and the rebranding signals both the scale of the changes and scope of our ambitions.”

TEN is investing resources in its core enthusiast brands, including Motor Trend, Hot Rod, Automobile, Surfer, GrindTV and TransWorld, to name a few. The portfolio redesign absorbs 12 legacy aftermarket print titles into the most relevant of the core brands. According to TEN, absorbing legacy aftermarket print titles that feature largely duplicative content into stronger core brands will deliver customers an engaged and valuable audience with greater efficiency and scale.

In aggregate, the portfolio changes accelerate the company’s move to a web-led, socially amplified media model. “It is not up to us to decide how our consumers choose to interact with our brands,” said Dickey. “Our job is to provide them with the content they want, where they want it and when they want it. Our business model needs to reflect this new reality.”

The portfolio changes, which will include the relocation of Automobile from Ann Arbor, Michigan, will also centralize much of the company’s production of auto-related content in its Los Angeles headquarters, increasing efficiencies and the ability to rapidly deploy content across multiple platforms. Eight-year company veteran and experienced automotive journalist Mike Floyd will become the new editor-in-chief. Current deputy editor Joe DeMatio and several members of the Automobile editorial staff will operate out of the company’s newly expanded Detroit office. The changes will consolidate the production of all in-market automotive content under the direction of Angus MacKenzie, chief content officer.
 
Longtime editor-in-chief and president of Automobile Jean Jennings will leave the company to focus on the development of her own Jean Knows Cars automotive brand, which launched in 2012. “We would like to thank and recognize Jean for her contributions to the Automobile brand over the past 29 years,” said Chris Argentieri, president, Source Interlink Media’s automotive division. “Although we are sorry to see her leave, we are excited to support Jean as she pursues her next venture in building Jean Knows Cars.”

NHRA News

SIX DECADES OF DRAG RACING TO BE CELEBRATED DURING CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS: The Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals will celebrates its 60th anniversary during the traditional Labor Day weekend showcase of speed and high performance. For six decades, the event has been a proving ground for the best NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series teams, and a victory at this event can elevate a driver to legendary status. Tickets are on sale now, and can be purchased by calling the NHRA Ticket Sales Center at 800-884-NHRA (6472), or online at www.NHRATIX.com.

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

CRAMPTON, C. PEDREGON, COUGHLIN, HINES WIN IN ENGLISHTOWN: Richie Crampton claimed his first career Top Fuel victory, becoming the 100th different winner in the category, at the Toyota NHRA Summernationals last Sunday. Cruz Pedregon (Funny Car), Jeg Coughlin Jr. (Pro Stock) and Andrew Hines (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also were respective winners at the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series event at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park. Crampton defeated Top Fuel points leader Doug Kalitta in the final round. The victory came during the Australian’s ninth career start after replacing Morgan Lucas in the off-season and only a week after Crampton and his girlfriend welcomed the birth of their first child.

"This is all surreal right now," Crampton said. "I’m really just living the dream. I know that sounds cliché, but I’m just lucky to be in the position I’m at in my personal life and my career."

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

NHRA MELLO YELLO DRAG RACING SERIES THUNDERING INTO BRISTOL: The NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series heads to Tennessee for its 10th stop on the 2014 circuit at the 14th annual Ford NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, June 13–15, at Bristol Dragway. The best in Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock will all compete for the Wally beneath the shadows of the Appalachian Mountains. Steve Torrence (Top Fuel), John Force (Funny Car) and Rodger Brogdon (Pro Stock) were last year’s winners of the event that will be televised nationally on ESPN2. Bristol Dragway has proven to be a valuable asset to the NHRA Mello Yello Series circuit. Held on Father’s Day, the Ford NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals have become a popular event where the NHRA’s best duke it out for the ultimate bragging rights for the state of Tennessee.

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

He Said, She Said

"Pro Stock is the most competitive I’ve seen it since I’ve joined the ranks in late 1997. Competitive meaning that just about any car that is qualifying for these shows can win the race on Sunday. That makes it more difficult for the crew chiefs, that makes it difficult for the drivers, but that is what makes it fun for the fans, that extremely competitive side-by-side racing. But, you do see teams that get little breakout runs, and Allen (Johnson) and I want to keep our names at the top of the list."

—Jeg Coughlin Jr., who has raced to three consecutive final-round appearances and captured wins in two of them. He is tied for second in points with his teammate Allen Johnson and both trail points leader Erica Enders-Stevens by 123 markers.

Inside the Numbers

MINIMUM AGE RESET FOR NHRA SUMMIT RACING JR. DRAG RACING LEAGUE: “Effective June 15, the minimum age for kids eligible to participate in the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League will be 5 years old. The announcement was made at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park, the birthplace of the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League. In the 5-year-old classification, the Trainee category, participants can begin running a Jr. Dragster with a crate engine from Briggs & Stratton with a slide valve limiting the power output of the engine. Another separate classification for 6- and-7-year-olds also has been created—the Youth category—which will allow participants to begin competing head to head on the track at the 13.90-second index with a crate engine and slightly increased power output from the Trainee category engine.

"It is important to provide competition opportunities for children in these age groups," said Josh Peterson, NHRA vice president of racing administration. "With similar introductory programs available in stick-and-ball sports for ‘pee-wee’ competitors, we wanted to put an NHRA Drag Racing option into that mix for families to consider."

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

View the complete 2014 Mello Yello Drag Racing Series schedule.

NHRA News

SIX DECADES OF DRAG RACING TO BE CELEBRATED DURING CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS: The Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals will celebrates its 60th anniversary during the traditional Labor Day weekend showcase of speed and high performance. For six decades, the event has been a proving ground for the best NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series teams, and a victory at this event can elevate a driver to legendary status. Tickets are on sale now, and can be purchased by calling the NHRA Ticket Sales Center at 800-884-NHRA (6472), or online at www.NHRATIX.com.

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

CRAMPTON, C. PEDREGON, COUGHLIN, HINES WIN IN ENGLISHTOWN: Richie Crampton claimed his first career Top Fuel victory, becoming the 100th different winner in the category, at the Toyota NHRA Summernationals last Sunday. Cruz Pedregon (Funny Car), Jeg Coughlin Jr. (Pro Stock) and Andrew Hines (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also were respective winners at the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series event at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park. Crampton defeated Top Fuel points leader Doug Kalitta in the final round. The victory came during the Australian’s ninth career start after replacing Morgan Lucas in the off-season and only a week after Crampton and his girlfriend welcomed the birth of their first child.

"This is all surreal right now," Crampton said. "I’m really just living the dream. I know that sounds cliché, but I’m just lucky to be in the position I’m at in my personal life and my career."

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

NHRA MELLO YELLO DRAG RACING SERIES THUNDERING INTO BRISTOL: The NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series heads to Tennessee for its 10th stop on the 2014 circuit at the 14th annual Ford NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, June 13–15, at Bristol Dragway. The best in Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock will all compete for the Wally beneath the shadows of the Appalachian Mountains. Steve Torrence (Top Fuel), John Force (Funny Car) and Rodger Brogdon (Pro Stock) were last year’s winners of the event that will be televised nationally on ESPN2. Bristol Dragway has proven to be a valuable asset to the NHRA Mello Yello Series circuit. Held on Father’s Day, the Ford NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals have become a popular event where the NHRA’s best duke it out for the ultimate bragging rights for the state of Tennessee.

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

He Said, She Said

"Pro Stock is the most competitive I’ve seen it since I’ve joined the ranks in late 1997. Competitive meaning that just about any car that is qualifying for these shows can win the race on Sunday. That makes it more difficult for the crew chiefs, that makes it difficult for the drivers, but that is what makes it fun for the fans, that extremely competitive side-by-side racing. But, you do see teams that get little breakout runs, and Allen (Johnson) and I want to keep our names at the top of the list."

—Jeg Coughlin Jr., who has raced to three consecutive final-round appearances and captured wins in two of them. He is tied for second in points with his teammate Allen Johnson and both trail points leader Erica Enders-Stevens by 123 markers.

Inside the Numbers

MINIMUM AGE RESET FOR NHRA SUMMIT RACING JR. DRAG RACING LEAGUE: “Effective June 15, the minimum age for kids eligible to participate in the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League will be 5 years old. The announcement was made at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park, the birthplace of the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League. In the 5-year-old classification, the Trainee category, participants can begin running a Jr. Dragster with a crate engine from Briggs & Stratton with a slide valve limiting the power output of the engine. Another separate classification for 6- and-7-year-olds also has been created—the Youth category—which will allow participants to begin competing head to head on the track at the 13.90-second index with a crate engine and slightly increased power output from the Trainee category engine.

"It is important to provide competition opportunities for children in these age groups," said Josh Peterson, NHRA vice president of racing administration. "With similar introductory programs available in stick-and-ball sports for ‘pee-wee’ competitors, we wanted to put an NHRA Drag Racing option into that mix for families to consider."

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

View the complete 2014 Mello Yello Drag Racing Series schedule.

NHRA News

SIX DECADES OF DRAG RACING TO BE CELEBRATED DURING CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE U.S. NATIONALS: The Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals will celebrates its 60th anniversary during the traditional Labor Day weekend showcase of speed and high performance. For six decades, the event has been a proving ground for the best NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series teams, and a victory at this event can elevate a driver to legendary status. Tickets are on sale now, and can be purchased by calling the NHRA Ticket Sales Center at 800-884-NHRA (6472), or online at www.NHRATIX.com.

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

CRAMPTON, C. PEDREGON, COUGHLIN, HINES WIN IN ENGLISHTOWN: Richie Crampton claimed his first career Top Fuel victory, becoming the 100th different winner in the category, at the Toyota NHRA Summernationals last Sunday. Cruz Pedregon (Funny Car), Jeg Coughlin Jr. (Pro Stock) and Andrew Hines (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also were respective winners at the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series event at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park. Crampton defeated Top Fuel points leader Doug Kalitta in the final round. The victory came during the Australian’s ninth career start after replacing Morgan Lucas in the off-season and only a week after Crampton and his girlfriend welcomed the birth of their first child.

"This is all surreal right now," Crampton said. "I’m really just living the dream. I know that sounds cliché, but I’m just lucky to be in the position I’m at in my personal life and my career."

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

NHRA MELLO YELLO DRAG RACING SERIES THUNDERING INTO BRISTOL: The NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series heads to Tennessee for its 10th stop on the 2014 circuit at the 14th annual Ford NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, June 13–15, at Bristol Dragway. The best in Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock will all compete for the Wally beneath the shadows of the Appalachian Mountains. Steve Torrence (Top Fuel), John Force (Funny Car) and Rodger Brogdon (Pro Stock) were last year’s winners of the event that will be televised nationally on ESPN2. Bristol Dragway has proven to be a valuable asset to the NHRA Mello Yello Series circuit. Held on Father’s Day, the Ford NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals have become a popular event where the NHRA’s best duke it out for the ultimate bragging rights for the state of Tennessee.

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

He Said, She Said

"Pro Stock is the most competitive I’ve seen it since I’ve joined the ranks in late 1997. Competitive meaning that just about any car that is qualifying for these shows can win the race on Sunday. That makes it more difficult for the crew chiefs, that makes it difficult for the drivers, but that is what makes it fun for the fans, that extremely competitive side-by-side racing. But, you do see teams that get little breakout runs, and Allen (Johnson) and I want to keep our names at the top of the list."

—Jeg Coughlin Jr., who has raced to three consecutive final-round appearances and captured wins in two of them. He is tied for second in points with his teammate Allen Johnson and both trail points leader Erica Enders-Stevens by 123 markers.

Inside the Numbers

MINIMUM AGE RESET FOR NHRA SUMMIT RACING JR. DRAG RACING LEAGUE: “Effective June 15, the minimum age for kids eligible to participate in the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League will be 5 years old. The announcement was made at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park, the birthplace of the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League. In the 5-year-old classification, the Trainee category, participants can begin running a Jr. Dragster with a crate engine from Briggs & Stratton with a slide valve limiting the power output of the engine. Another separate classification for 6- and-7-year-olds also has been created—the Youth category—which will allow participants to begin competing head to head on the track at the 13.90-second index with a crate engine and slightly increased power output from the Trainee category engine.

"It is important to provide competition opportunities for children in these age groups," said Josh Peterson, NHRA vice president of racing administration. "With similar introductory programs available in stick-and-ball sports for ‘pee-wee’ competitors, we wanted to put an NHRA Drag Racing option into that mix for families to consider."

For the complete story, visit www.NHRA.com.

View the complete 2014 Mello Yello Drag Racing Series schedule.

The shooters at KGP Photography caught a prototype for the ’15 Mustang sporting some new clear taillight lenses, providing a glimpse at what sources say is the European spec model. The white-lensed taillights look particularly clean when paired with the white bodywork on the Mustang in these shots. Such a finish option might be welcome on U.S. spec models, but there has been no news of any such option for American Mustangs.

The taillight changes, however, go a bit deeper than simply the color of the unlit taillights—they function differently than our U.S.-spec taillights. Instead of the Mustang's sequential rear-turn indicators, these signals alternate between two red bars using the taillights' inner LED strips, and a single amber strip on the outer light bar.

It also appears that this Mustang has larger side mirrors, likely on hand to satisfy the safety requirements specific to the European market.

Interestingly, the treatment found on this Euro-spec Mustang differs from the treatment on the Mustang shown in Ford's recent promotional videos connected with the Mustang's initial 500 orders coinciding with Europe's UEFA Champions League event between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid.

Photo credit: KGP Photography

The shooters at KGP Photography caught a prototype for the ’15 Mustang sporting some new clear taillight lenses, providing a glimpse at what sources say is the European spec model. The white-lensed taillights look particularly clean when paired with the white bodywork on the Mustang in these shots. Such a finish option might be welcome on U.S. spec models, but there has been no news of any such option for American Mustangs.

The taillight changes, however, go a bit deeper than simply the color of the unlit taillights—they function differently than our U.S.-spec taillights. Instead of the Mustang's sequential rear-turn indicators, these signals alternate between two red bars using the taillights' inner LED strips, and a single amber strip on the outer light bar.

It also appears that this Mustang has larger side mirrors, likely on hand to satisfy the safety requirements specific to the European market.

Interestingly, the treatment found on this Euro-spec Mustang differs from the treatment on the Mustang shown in Ford's recent promotional videos connected with the Mustang's initial 500 orders coinciding with Europe's UEFA Champions League event between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid.

Photo credit: KGP Photography