IMPACT Speed Fest 2026 – The Ultimate Automotive and Lifestyle Festival Kicks Off

IMPACT Speed Fest 2026 aims to push Thailand as the regional hub for car culture from 17 to 19 July.

Key Highlights:

• JDM Icons: Meet the gods of the Japanese tuning and motorsport world, led by legendary figures Smoky Nagata, Kei Miura, and many more.
• Thrilling Actions: Experience high-octane drifting performances by D1GP Thailand pros and elite drivers flying directly from Japan.
• Rare Machine Vault: Marvel at an incredible display of over 3,000 rare cars and motorcycles, alongside the world-championship Red Bull Formula 1 racing car.
• Empowering Thai Craftsmanship: Showcasing and elevating the world-class vehicle restoration skills of Thai garages to meet global standards.
• All-in-One Lifestyle Hub: Tailored for every generation with street fashion zones, high-end car parts markets, professional sim racing arenas, and a massive food truck lineup.

The lifestyle event of the year, "IMPACT Speed Fest 2026", returns for its highly anticipated second year. Elevating the experience, the massive festival has moved indoors from the lakeside to the fully air-conditioned comfort of Challenger Halls 2-3, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani.

Paul Kanjanapas, CEO of IMPACT Exhibition Management

Paul Kanjanapas, CEO of IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd., stated that Thailand possesses a highly robust automotive community and infrastructure. Organised under the theme “MOVING THAI RESTORATION CRAFTSMANSHIP FORWARD TOGETHER”, the event serves as a concrete hub linking car enthusiasts. The ultimate goal is to establish Thailand as the definitive "Destination of Car Culture"—blending art, fashion, music, and speed perfectly, while proving to the world that Thai car restoration skills stand second to none.

8 Exclusive Activity Zones

1. JDM Legends & Celebs – An ultimate fan-meet opportunity to get up close with world-renowned Japanese tuning masters and global motorsport icons, including:

• Smoky Nagata (The legendary high-speed tuner behind Top Secret)
• Isami Amemiya (The rotary engine wizard from RE Amemiya)
• Kei Miura (The mastermind designer of Rocket Bunny / Pandem widebody kits)
• Max Orido & Ariza Mizuhara (Famous professional racing drivers)
• Daisuke Mizuguchi (HKS)
• Hironao Yokomaku (VeilSide)
• Michizo Niikura (Mine’s)
• Chieko Iioka (TRUST / GReddy)

They are joined by Thailand's leading automotive influencers, led by Beer Baiyoke, Oat Pramote, and the expert duo Go and Chet from Street Doc.

2. Live Action & Loading Drift – Witness breathtaking live tyre-smoke spectacles from the elite D1GP Thailand drift team and top-tier Japanese professional drifters. The adrenaline continues with the 4th BKKC Time Attack competition and a high-energy Extreme Stunt Show presented by Red Bull.

The Rare Legends Showcase

3. The Iconic Showcase & Rare Legends – A massive gathering of more than 3,000 legendary cars and motorcycles sourced from car clubs nationwide. Highlights include exclusive builds from top Japanese tuning houses, such as the TOYOTA 86 RS-3 by HKS, Rocket Bunny Nissan GT-R R34, RE Amemiya Mazda RX-7, Top Secret Mazda RX-7, and the elite Red Bull F1 racing car.

4. Restoration Craftsmanship – A dedicated exhibition area debuting for the first time, highlighting the impeccable talent of world-class Thai car restoration craftsmen, aiming to elevate local automotive artistry to global market standards.

A marketplace of performance parts & accessories.

5. Automotive Market – A massive marketplace gathering performance parts, accessories, and car care items from over 350 leading brands, featuring rare collectables and limited-edition automotive merchandise.

6. Fashion & Lifestyle Zone – The perfect spot for trendsetters, featuring streetwear items from top lifestyle brands like Converse Thailand and Smith Vintage Element 72, alongside unique garage-themed home furniture displays.

Game Arena Zone

7. Game Arena – Step onto the professional virtual track at the Sim Racing arena, or join the thriving remote-control community at the dedicated RC Drift and RC Off-Road tracks.

8. Food Zone – Refuel between activities at the ultra-hip Food Truck area, serving up a wide selection of delicious food and refreshing drinks throughout the 3-day event.

IMPACT Speed Fest 2026 Executives

Bring your family and friends to experience the excitement of IMPACT Speed Fest 2026, happening this weekend from 17 to 19 July 2026, open from 11:00 to 22:00 at Challenger Halls 2-3, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani.

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