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Falken Drivers Secure Multiple Class Wins At Optima USCA Season Opener

Rancho Cucamonga, CA – Falken Tire opened the 2026 Optima Ultimate Street Car Association season with a commanding performance at Round 1 at G2 Motorsports Park, earning three class victories across a competitive field.

Competing on the 3.1-mile circuit alongside autocross and Peak Performance Challenge segments, Falken-supported drivers demonstrated the consistency, grip, and predictability of the Azenis RT660+ across a wide range of vehicle platforms and conditions.

GTT Class – David Carroll | P1 | Blazer

David Carroll delivered a standout performance in the GTT class, piloting his 750-horsepower Blazer to the top step of the podium.

“The Blazer outperformed every other truck on the premises by a significant margin,” said Carroll. “We were competitive across every discipline, from autocross to the Falken road course time trial.”

Running optimized tire pressures between 33–34 PSI front and 31–32 PSI rear, Carroll noted strong front-end grip and balance throughout the event. Despite heat buildup over longer sessions, the package remained competitive, securing the class win.

Outlaw Class – Bob Sobey | P1 | Nissan GTR

Making its debut, Bob Sobey’s Outlaw-spec Nissan GTR captured a P1 finish in a highly competitive class.

“Even working through minor teething issues with the new build, the Falken RT660+ tires performed exceptionally well,” said Sobey. “Grip remained consistent and predictable, giving us the confidence to keep pushing.”

The result highlights the RT660+’s ability to perform under evolving conditions while supporting aggressive driving across multiple segments.

GTS Class – Brandon Hurst | P1 | Tesla Plaid

Brandon Hurst completed the sweep of victories with a P1 finish in the GTS class, showcasing Falken performance on an electric platform with the Tesla Plaid.

The Falken RT660+

The Falken RT660+ proved its capability throughout the weekend, delivering consistent grip, predictable handling, and strong heat management across multiple disciplines. From autocross and speed stop to full road course sessions, the tire maintained performance under load, allowing drivers to push with confidence lap after lap. Its balance of front-end precision and rear stability played a key role in securing multiple class victories against highly competitive fields.

"Three podiums at Optima G2 isn’t luck, it’s consistency under pressure. The Falken Tires RT660+ continues to prove that when it’s time to deliver grip, response, and confidence at the limit, it shows up every single run. This is exactly what we engineered it for- winning moments." Gerald Alvarado, Supervisor, Motorsports included.

Momentum Builds Heading Into Round 2

With three class wins to open the season, Falken drivers carry strong momentum into Round 2 of the Optima Street Car Challenge, set to take place at NOLA Motorsports Park in Avondale, Louisiana April 10-12. The next event will continue to test drivers across autocross, speed stop, and road course disciplines, where Falken’s RT660+ will again be relied upon for consistent performance and confidence at the limit.