Daily DRVN #72 / Onchain automotive culture is leveling up

This edition is all about leveling up.

Torque Drift 2’s latest update takes sim racing to new heights, while DIMO’s migration to the Base network promises a more connected driving future. And for those who dare to dream big, the revamped DRVN Founder’s Club offers an exclusive chance to own a piece of Paul Walker’s Ferrari 360 Modena, and a hell of a lot more.

Let’s ride! 🏎️ 💨 

In This Issue

• DRVN Founder’s Club—Revamped

• DIMO Migrates to Base— Paving the Way for A New Er …

• Torque Drift 2 Pushes v0.12 & Slides on to Steam

  • Early Access Now Live on Steam

  • v0.12 is melting more than tires 🫠

  • From free demo to paid feature title

DRVN Founder’s Club—Revamped

Join the club where legends are owned, not just admired.

We’re thrilled to share a major update to the DRVN Founder’s Club that makes joining more accessible, exclusive, and rewarding than ever.

With a reduced total membership cap of just 165 slots (down from 1k), we’ve reimagined the club as an elite circle of automotive enthusiasts, united by a shared passion for legendary cars and innovative ownership.

Even better, we’ve adjusted our pricing tiers to open the doors to more members while maintaining the prestige and value you expect.

But here’s the real showstopper: every Founder’s Club member will now hold shares in Paul Walker’s Ferrari 360 Modena—a piece of automotive and cultural history. This isn’t just a collector’s item; it’s the beginning of something revolutionary. The Ferrari will be tokenized, giving you a tangible stake in its story, its preservation, and even the revenue generated from its adventures, productization, and media coverage.

Imagine being part of a community that doesn’t just admire iconic cars but owns them, drives their legacy forward, and shares in the rewards.

With prices for the Tier 2 Carbon Key membership now at just 0.375 ETH (previously 1 ETH) and Tier 3 Titanium Key at 1.5 ETH (previously 2.5 ETH), there’s never been a better time to join.

Secure your spot, claim your share of Paul Walker’s Ferrari, and become a key player in reshaping car culture and ownership. Read the article below for the full details.

DIMO Migrates to Base— Paving the Way for A New Era of Connected Cars

DIMO is a groundbreaking app that connects your car to a network of services, unlocking its hidden data to help you save time, earn rewards, and make informed decisions.

By giving you control over what data to share, DIMO empowers drivers while building a more connected automotive ecosystem.

Looking ahead, DIMO has announced plans to migrate its web3 protocol to the Base network in 2025. This move brings with it a variety of benefits that will help them achieve their goal of bringing 1 million cars onchain in 2025.

Enterprise Credibility: Base's credibility and tooling will support DIMO's integration with automakers, banks, DMVs, and insurance companies.

Modernizing Commerce: DIMO's on-chain solutions, such as car payments and tokenized ownership, will be accelerated by Base's robust DeFi ecosystem.

Community: The migration is expected to energize a broad audience of new drivers and developers, unlocking composability and new use cases.

Performance & Security: DIMO will leverage Base's security, which is secured by Ethereum, and its collaboration with Optimism to solve performance and decentralization challenges.

The final decision is subject to a governance vote by DIMO token holders after further planning.

Learn more about what’s in store in their X announcement thread.

Additionally, Dimo recently held an X Space with Jesse Pollak, the founder of Base to discuss their migration in detail. It’s definitely worth a listen if you geek-out on this stuff as much as we do.

Torque Drift 2 Pushes v0.12 & Slides on to Steam

Our favorite drift sim has leveled up like never before, with a slew of new features, a release on the Steam game store, and graduation from rubust demo to full-blown paid title.

The development at Grease Monkey Garage has been mind boggling. Since we last featured their flagship game in issue #67 they have blasted into another league.

If you blinked, here’s what you missed.

Early Access Now Live on Steam

Torque Drift 2 has officially launched in Early Access on Steam, bringing the most immersive drift sim experience to an even wider audience.

With its refined gameplay, new Drift Skills mode, and deep car customization, TD2 is setting a new standard for virtual drifting.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, now’s your chance to jump in and experience everything the game has to offer.

Ready to hit the track? Check out the Steam listing below and grab your copy today!

v0.12 is melting more than tires 🫠 

The v0.12 update is here, and it’s packed with the biggest upgrades yet to revolutionize Torque Drift 2.

From a new player progression system with unlockable rewards to dynamic vehicle damage and improved collision physics, this release takes gameplay realism to the next level.

Explore three new tracks, paint your dream car in the new Paint Shop, and enjoy multilingual support with 13 new languages.

Plus, with Spectator Mode, iconic cars from Adam LZ, Mad Mike Whiddett and his son Lincoln, and enhanced sound effects, there’s never been a better time to drift.

Dive into the full breakdown in the thread below!

From free demo to paid feature title

Following 12 game-changing updates this past year, the team launched the full Early Access version, new available on Steam and the Epic Games Store.

The free demo is still available for those wanting a taste, but if you’re ready to unlock the full suite of features—multiplayer, advanced tuning, and more—it’s time to invest in the paid version.

Here’s everything you need to know about the shift to a premium model.

• Steam Launch: Torque Drift 2 rolled out on Steam Early Access on November 28th, giving players yet another platform to burn virtual rubber.

• Pricing: The Early Access version launched at $15 for two weeks and will soon increase to $20.

• Demo Version: A free demo is live, offering Drift Skills, Freestyle mode, and basic upgrades, but limits players to Level 5 and a max of 3 cars.

• Progress Transfers: Bought cars, parts, and progress carry seamlessly across Steam, Epic Games Store, and the demo version. No lost builds here!

• Early Supporter Perks: Players who supported the game before November 27 snagged the full version for free as a thank-you from the devs. (Check your email for your game key!)

• Celebration Sale: Discounts of up to 75% on Tofu packs and car bundles (excluding Kyusha) are still live through the end of 2024—so now’s the time to stock up.

Whether you're a casual drifter or a die-hard sim racer, this new model brings Torque Drift 2 closer to its ultimate vision. Time to hit the track!

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