Samuel Hübinette

Drift legend · Sweden / USA

Samuel Hübinette at the track, DrivingLine feature

Viper-era aggression.

The "Crazy Swede", a two-time early Formula Drift champion in the Dodge Viper era, and a working Hollywood stunt driver.

Hübinette was one of Formula Drift's foundational champions, taking the title in 2004 and 2006 during the American series' earliest seasons and becoming the definitive Mopar man behind the wheel of the Dodge Viper and Challenger.

Nicknamed the "Crazy Swede", he paired competition success with a parallel career as a professional stunt driver, appearing in film and commercial work, another driver bridging the arena and the screen.

He's a key name in the story of how drifting took root in North America.

At a glance

  • Role: Formula Drift pioneer
  • Region: Sweden / USA

Career highlights

  • 2004: Formula Drift champion. Wins in the series' early era.
  • 2006: Second FD title. Two-time champion in the Dodge Viper.

Source: DrivingLine