On Sunday, October 19, 2025, the A10 Meets car community hosted its Season Closer at a new location: Drift Limits—The London Motor Circuit in Hemel Hempstead. Despite challenging weather conditions, the event was a success, drawing over 400 show cars and a strong turnout of enthusiasts.
- Massive turnout: Over 400 show cars were in attendance, with a wide variety of club and individual builds on display.
- Diverse car culture: The event showcased a mixture of modified builds from various car cultures, including JDM (Japanese Domestic Market) and European scenes, alongside classic vehicles.
- Positive community vibe: Despite the weather, attendees, clubs, and traders contributed to a strong sense of community. The event’s welcoming atmosphere even included a heartwarming moment where a young car enthusiast was given a special tour of a Lamborghini.
- Spectator tickets: While show car tickets sold out in advance, spectator tickets were available at the gate for the many car lovers who came to enjoy the show.
Overcoming challenges
The event was not without its hurdles, as the organizer later reflected in a candid social media post.
- Midday downpour: The weather presented the most significant challenge, with a heavy rainstorm occurring around midday. However, many attendees remained committed, showcasing their dedication.
- Layout and venue restrictions: The brand-new location required organizers to adapt the layout. As it was the first time Drift Limits hosted a large-scale event of this nature, some restrictions were placed on activities.
- Cancelled sound-off: Due to complaints from nearby residents, a planned bass car sound-off was canceled. The organizer addressed this openly and committed to working with the venue to improve future planning.
Looking to the future
By the event’s end, the feedback was positive, and the team at
Drift Limits was enthusiastic about hosting a larger, full-scale A10 Meets show in 2026. With the lessons learned from the trial run, a future event could include:
- A dedicated drift section
- A designated bass area
- A traditional show and shine zone
- A kids’ area
The event successfully brought together a passionate community and ended the season on a high note, with an eye toward an even bigger and better return next year.
