NMTech hosted its first ever Burn Out Competition at the 2022 Island Summer Auto Fest this past Saturday.
Seven cars participated in the event. Each car was pre-inspected by the NMTech automotive instructors to ensure the vehicle was functional and safe to participate. The vehicle was surrounded by seven concrete barricaded then strapped down to an additional concrete barricade for additional safety. The cars then had 30 seconds to burn out on a metal plate to produce the most smoke.
The judges from Joeten-Kiyu Public Library selected the winner based on the smoke and the crowd reaction.
The winner from the first round was James Salalila with his 1987 Toyota Hiluix and the winner from the second round was Shawn Butters with his 2001 Lexus IS 300.
These two battled it out once again to determine NMTech’s Burn Out Competition Winner.
James Salalila with his 1987 Toyota Hilux took home the $250 cash, a trophy and bragging rights.
One of NMTech’s automotive instructors, Dante Yumul, exhibited his 1969 Ford Mustang.
This event was NMTech’s marketing push for the automotive technology courses that it offers.
“We want to attract car enthusiast to learn more about automotive by enrolling at NMTech. We offer classes in brake systems, steering & suspension, engine performance, and electricity and electronics systems. You can receive formal education in the automotive technology Trade and turn it into a career here on island,” NMTech said.
NMTech is currently registering for the next cycle of automotive technology. Classes will begin early January 2023.
Contact NMTech at (670) 235-8864 or visit www.nmtechcnmi.org/.
“The NMTech Burn Out Competition was an awesome event that brought car enthusiast to display their talents in gearing up for an activity that they truly enjoy and have fun in a safe and controlled environment. At NMTech, we always promote the safety of our staff, our students, and those who take part in our activities,” NMTech CEO said Jodina Attao.
“We wanted to give a competition show for the crowd to enjoy by giving people a chance to show off their cars. It has been over 20 years since an event like this has been done and we want something exciting for the automotive community. Over all the event went smooth, we attracted a big crowd and I’m happy about the turnout!” NMTech automotive instructor Dante Yumul said.
“We want to thank our partners in making this possible especially Island Summer Auto Fest, Joeten-Kiyu Public Library and CMS. We also want thank MVA, Department of Corrections, and Dave Electronics. Big shout out to our MC for the event. Mr. Cutis Dancoe and Tech Inspector Prescott Cabrera. We also cannot forget our volunteers, participants, and our community for supporting our event,” said NMTech automotive instructor Luis Delon Guerrero.
