About

About me

Name: Daniel Edwards

NickName: D.E Drift

Hometown: Waitakere City, Auckland

Motorsport career start: 12 years old

Drifting Career: 2015

First season of D1NZ: 2023

Motorsport Career

Daniel Edwards is a dedicated and passionate New Zealand motorsport driver who began his racing journey at just 12 years old. Starting in ministocks before progressing into stock car racing, those early years built a strong foundation—developing car control, racecraft, and the ability to perform under pressure.

As his passion for driving evolved, so did his ambition to push into more technical and expressive forms of motorsport. After six years of grassroots and backyard drifting, Daniel made the move into competitive drifting in 2023, entering the D1NZ Drift Championship—New Zealand’s premier drifting series.

Since stepping up, Daniel has quickly made his mark, showcasing both raw talent and consistency as he continues to progress through the ranks and establish himself in the sport

About the car

Car: Nissan 180sx

Engine: Forged 2JZ GTE

Power: 550Kw / 737HP

Body kit: Rocket Bunny

Driveline: Jerico 4 speed dog box

Steering: V2 Wisefab front and rear

Wheels: Strom wheels

Tyres: 265/30/18 LingLong Semi Slick