I need to explain myself

I really need to explain whats happened during my drifting career, KZbin, Formula Drift and Japan, why I have made certain decisions and whats next for myself and all of you.
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[@HaugenRacing]

Its time to try something different and make this FUN! Next video will explain how I plan to do this. Please subscribe if youre not yet!

[@OneArmedDrifter]

Come to No Star Bash in September and drive with me and some of the homies it'll be a good time dude!!

[@HighOctaneVR]

Ohhh man do I love to watch a good underdog story unfold.

[@Joshua-rp3tm]

Go to compete in kk while you’re here, you have a fully built car, it’s great exposure and content, and competition

[@cx5_]

You are just going through the depressing anime arc, next season Haugen Racing is gonna be lit 🔥🔥🔥

[@OhhHarrods]

can't wait to see what direction you take from here.

[@edladym]

The most important step is always the next one. Don't stop

[@jp_vlogz]

No lie! 💯🫡

[@mattu.8062]

Preach

[@BoostedEP3]

I really enjoyed all of the Japan content! I know the car issues can wear you down, but that's reality for 95% of us who build cars. It was cool that you were just a normal guy, chasing his dream of being a professional racer, and doing it in such a cool place like Japan. Fingers crossed you find a support shop of there soon!

[@napsolo3453]

Speaking for my self, I dont really care if the videos are good or bad, I watch them because I like you guys, and the journey so far has been great to watch, to me as a viewer ofc. I know your luck has not been the greatest lately, but keep doing you. You will be watching this part of your life in some months and laugh at it, but most importantly you will see your progress and feel imense proud. Chin up and keep moving forward until your dreams cant escape no more. Love from Portugal.

[@47percent89]

Keep up the hard work Matt, no matter what happens in the future you know that you will have the support of me and many others in whatever path you choose to take. Much love man!

[@TahoesNTurbos]

you got this bro and have inspired a lot of us. life is a give and take, you take the shit and it gives you the goods

[@scottieg539]

Seriously matt, I think one of the biggest things I have been closely watching is your constant dedication to your future. Every career has highs and lows and it’s how you step away from this experience to further what you have already built. Jumping to another country is not only physically hard but also mentally and emotionally. It’s taxes you. You have the support from the community, we will all be here to help you though your journey. Keep moving forward and keep the end goals in sight.

[@SHIZURAKU]

Japan is Japan but home is home man. Why don't you make a "US Touge scene" video series? Like everyone thinks people drive Touge only in Japan but there's so many canyon racers in US too. Even in Central-Eastern Europe where I live (I'm from Slovakia, small country) I once went to our local touge and there were street drifters, something I would never expect. Also track drifting is awesome too and there's a lot of it in US. Show us your home scene!

[@hehe-ux9cf]

this dude needs more subs he uploads often and always good and enjoyable videos keep it up

[@dodgefan360]

Do what you gotta do man enjoy yourself don't sweat it minor setbacks for a major comeback

[@sylvaincarrie1347]

As a viewer who doesn't comment often, I'd like to say that I really enjoyed your videos in Japan, even tho you had so many problems. We'll keep supporting you, love your channel, redemption arc is coming.

[@JoNoBaRr92]

I have actually thoroughly enjoyed watching your videos lately due to your hardships. It helps me connect with your channel more as I have performed all the work on my own project car and was so green that I made loads of mistakes over the years. I have learned so much about engines, Turbos etc because of this and it makes it so much sweeter when I finally get it right! I'm sorry it hasn't gone as planned but I have so much respect for you being able to bring positivity back to the table every time despite all these unexpected challenges! I can recall some of the times where I felt utterly crushed when certain things went wrong and it took so much energy to get the motivation back and keep pressing on! We are here for you mate!

[@rijkmulder276]

Mann this sounds so depressing, i really hope all goes well for you :( I really enjoy watching your content man, honestly a shame that your channel hasnt blown up yet

[@N3V2-Nevto]

In my perspective you are still starting and you made it and I always find it interesting whats going on with your drift life which is nice to know you are still keeping it going no matter what Letting the hustle rolling. Keep em coming bro!

[@jcddracing2098]

Entertainment is one thing, but watching a guy pushing through each and every obstacle he faces constantly trying to put things straight, now that's class

[@HaugenRacing]

Trying to man 😅

[@gtl9090]

Bro we are here for u no matter what. Have fun and make the most out of moments in life. Much love bro

[@sizuwai51]

keep up the vids bro

[@haloodst756]

You win alot you lose alot its what make drifting its thing just don't give up the people who support you all believe in you brother we are proud that you made that choice to even go up to Japan to do fdj2 that took alot of commitment and we all knew it wasn't going to be easy just need to keep going and never give up

[@breeziemcfreezie]

Big ups for keeping it real this whole time! I’ve been really enjoying the vlogs even if its not always a great time happening in the video. Looking forward to seeing things move forward and work out!🤞🏻 keep your head up!

[@xandergordy3197]

I have been watching this journey and I really hope it all works out for you man. Your content is really enjoyable and you deserve more recognition for all the work you have been putting in. I can’t wait to see what you do next!

[@willthesadpills2903]

Aye bro i will love any content you put out cause its not ab the content and shit its also about the energy and good vibes yk😮‍💨 keep your head up my man

[@Nezbit666]

Hang in there I always love how honest you are And I've learnt a lot from this channel thats helped me so much on sim and real life

[@efrainmorales2329]

Always here for you dude. I’m new to your Chanel but you’ve definitely showed me a whole new aspect of Motorsport and it’s amazing thank you.

[@camerodek6178]

Loving every vid that comes out tbh LOL obviously not the cars breaking down but take a step back, reset and just keep vibin’ much love from Aus

[@MrFordy90]

New sub here Please don’t give up! Loving the content, channel and the inspiration you guys give is next level! Good or bad, happy or depressing it’s still great content that I honestly look forward to. Even if it’s just sim drifting, love that. Take it easy, go with the flow and just be you :D

[@drewpak1700]

Hey Matt, your the reason I bought a sim setup and started branching into real life drifting. do whats best for you at the time, we still love your videos and from the success you have on youtube was so quick. Theres no doubt in my mind you can do it again and become even bigger and bigger, also when you play assetto as well as other sims, its always super fun

[@Taltonis]

Such a good video explaing the last couple months. Proud youtube viewer rn

[@RealBomoth]

Of course we'll be here to support you Haugen. Seeing you back in Japan eventually and shredding will make it look even better.

[@sr-Chewy]

its ok man! keep grinding and never give up and take things slowly!❤❤❤❤ love the videos!

[@clarkeyjdm7546]

I've been a subscribers for a long time and regardless the outcome, it's been good to see the journey which I suppose most youtubeer would have covered up to keep the channel blowing up. I think it shows a great deal of honesty and respect to your followers, which I'm sure we all really appreciate. Keep your head up dude 👊🏻

[@Migz625]

Keep pushing big bro…you got this keep faith

[@rebeiro4036]

Even though they’ve been a bit rough I’ve watched all of your videos because I believe in you! You’re the only channel I comment on, I like every video that comes out because I want this to happen for you so bad! Good luck! I’ll be here

[@lil_miata]

dont give up man your videos are some of the most entertaining videos in my opinion keep up the grind, love ♥

[@Aleswagdro]

Always be here for you bro, you got this. GL

[@Tmpzt.]

I've been watching you for probably a year and half now, And you're the only Drifting youtuber that I watch. You give Really good thorough advice on driving and a couple times on Assetto i've been able to utilize that information, and i've been in the server with you a few times. I'll support this channel no matter what as long as you still enjoy doing what you're doing, and still enjoy driving.

[@afdgbdfbdfbdf]

Wish nothing but the best for you brother. Good luck!

[@FilipoLipos]

I feel you man, some time nothing goes as planned and then its super hard to find energy to continue or to see the light at the end of the tunnel. But then it snaps and it is starting to look good. I just wish you have the moment soon.

[@_hitomaru]

man i love what you do please don't stop! keep that fire burning!

[@HarmonicTunes]

Keep pushing forward. A bit late seeing this video for sure, but I wanna say sick using Third Strike music at the end.

[@Dajmai3]

We appreciate your efforts to make the whole thing work. The Japan videos were enjoyable. I hope you find a shop very very soon best of luck man

[@chillyman7340]

I am sorry to hear that things haven't been going well in Japan, I loved seeing you their and I loved the daily Vlog videos of life in Japan, keep it up man, am sure it will work out :)

[@sullykls1]

hey man success only comes after many fails. keep going you can only go up from here! im hype to see you blow up hell yeah man keep rippin

[@holoholo_garage]

I really enjoyed your content and when you surprised us 3 months back I eagerly waited for new videos! I love your content and am still subscribed. Tons of us want would love to roll out with you on track Trust the process and have fun🤙

[@moshsquaddrift3976]

I liked the Japan videos. Especially the day to day ones. Don't let this get you down man your channel will grow . You're the reason I bought a sim and finally got out and started drifting. Keep it up !

[@matteowood8778]

enjoy ur vids man keep it up

[@turbosnail504]

Keep on pushing man! You got this!

[@junevanheuvelen6549]

Even tho it didn’t go as planned I still enjoyed the content you put up (did some catching up on the stuff I missed while being in rehab lol). Things will eventually come your way Matt, and we’ll be here to support you along the way

[@j11g11]

Keep it up bro love you such an inspiration to many everything happens for a reason bro 🙏

[@jameslee4246]

Hey man, this is James who met you at ebisu that rainy day (rain and mud central!) - I was driving my friends Chaser. Hang in there man. Your content is raw but great! Hang in there!

[@HaugenRacing]

Appreciate it man lol. I’m trying too aha

[@LietuZval]

I'm praying something changes for the better for you Matt. The most important part of the dream is that you do not give up, no matter what. Keep going bro and don't stop!

[@blazethirteen5350]

Hey bro you inspired a lot of us including me. No matter what content you give its great.

[@nskibz]

Dont give up and never loose the fun in what u want to do. I know u will manage it properly and will be sucsesfull. There have to be some bad moments in life so u will have more fun when there come better. Stay strong and dont give up on ur plans!! I like ur content and u entertein a lot of peopel.

[@michaelfarmer]

We love ya bro through the good times and the bad times. Thanks for not giving up and being transparent as always. We will look back at this as a stepping stone to better things. Middle fingers held high to the haters. For real how many pros do you know that push for grassroots like you not many 🤔 maybe Haugen Drift Series for the grassroots guys pushing to go pro

[@aloofi5434]

Were You're loyal fans we will never shit on you! We will all get throught this. Much love and support keep up the videos!

[@sabishiikarasu4158]

Respect my brotha . You just keep chasin them dreams 💯.👊🏼🍻🦾

[@phils51]

just keep pushing you got this

[@notfakeboy1]

keep up the hard work even if you feel like its a bad video support it

[@MrJarmore]

I was loving the Japan content mate. As a lad building his own drift car (nothing like the machines you have) I can really relate to the struggles. Life isn't all always love and fairy tales. You gotta work your ass off and get beat sometimes. Youre doing great mate. I hope you can keep trying to keep this dream alive

[@ajaj1263]

No matter what we'll be at your back man keep your head up and push on

[@doublejakers]

Rooting for you, thanks for all you do!

[@patroberton489]

It will work out bro keep your head up and keep pushing. I will keep watching because I see the potential. Wish I could help financially but I a broke ass dude who can't get his own car going. But you give me hope by pushing through your struggle.

[@Rahzarusfilms]

im here cuz your a good dude. tbh. so ill keep coming as long as u post being a good dude. luv u bruh. best wishes

[@DBStudios48]

We’ve stuck around because we rate you and your journey xx

[@exiv000]

i've never quit watching because i have been through a fair share of problems as well so with things breaking twice a week. this brings me back to that time but i got everything back on track and i belive you can too

[@CreamyCraigTV]

Through thick and thin man! Any video you put out is entertaining to the true fans, it's about the journey, not the destination to us, we just want to see you win. Even if you just start putting out way more irl videos, those are super interesting just seeing a look into your daily life. Keep your head up brother.

[@drtcheapdrifting1085]

In it for the long haul bro, honestly your react vids help me as a driver and helps me progress in my "street drifting" that i'm able to get better car control and know how and where to put the car also the japan content was great so what it wasn't all sunshine and unicorns it was real and that's what makes it great!

[@HaugenRacing]

Glad to hear it

[@knutroald5332]

I stuck arround cause you’re a cool dude and just in general a humble good humanbeing🙂 life sucks sometimes,but it’s great to see that you persist. And as for your content,i like it. Some people aren’t happy unless it’s a stressed "we’re gonna loose the shop" kind of thing🤷🏼‍♂️😂

[@bertalan9586]

Good luck Haugen! I love your videos I love Japan, I hope that you can find a shop and get a good and fun drift experience! Peace!

[@CoolkidsfromCa]

dude as long as your doing what you want and not just for the KZbin, do what you need to stay up and the only reason why I watch your videos through all of this is because it is cool, not many other drifting youtubers show the struggles and what you have to do they only show the wins. so keep up the good work keep doing what you do and you'll always have at least one supporter.

[@lolthansm02938]

good luck with everything matt hope everything works out

[@casualneighbor1667]

It’s just cool to see what it’s like to see what it’s like as a drifter keep up the hard work bro you got this keep your head up only way is up

[@Inweezy]

Keep your head up man , you got this 💪🏽

[@hashbrown5506]

We stuck around cause you're goated, hang in there dude

[@colin_g]

As someone that got into drifting last summer, had a few events then had an unfortunate spin into a wall, I know what you're going through. Drifting went from something fun and exciting, to a source of frustration and stress. I've just got a little bump of motivation to fix the car and sell it, but no idea what will come next!

[@ethanterrania3232]

I fell in love with with this channel bcuz Matt really opens up with his concerns. He shows us that there are a lot of shit and failures when you chase your dreams. It's not always Adam Lz sunshine and rainbows instant success, it's not always super cars and sponsorship deals. It also has the bad stuff like visa issues, funding issues and just lady luck on your side. Matt haugen really inspires me. And also reminds me that when you chase your dreams you are bound to fail. But your persistent will lead to ur success. I hope one day you will succeed Matt, and I hope to see a sparkling yellow skyline drifting with the best of the best on the planet. I hope you will succeed in motorsports, me and thousands of fans will support u along the way... 💙❤️💛

[@BeowulfGaming]

Can't wait for the vids of drifting or AC drifting when time comes, take your time man, people still watch and will be watching, the honest videos showcasing reality are often better and more realistic than some montages, we all have issues but not everyone talks about them openly

[@munawerhayat-naqvi7409]

Best Quote that comes to mind here is that always look at the next step then the end of the journey bro. We’re here 🙏🏾

[@Samuel1337]

SideX Japan takes care of Sammit car and the owner its Fausto who drives in FDJ. You should ask him if they are available

[@DJ_Drifts]

I’m hoping the best for you man and excited for the future! Let me know if there’s anything I can help with while you’re back in the states 🤙🏼

[@zincinator5000]

I enjoyed the videos where stuff messed up. I feel like there was a lot to learn from and it shows a side of motorsports that people don't always see. I wish the best of luck to ya and hopefully the future holds some fun and excitement for you. Getting away from FD Japan for a little bit will definitely help cool you off and reset.

[@davidkauka4702]

Gluck with your future plans! I hope you're able to make japan work for you as I'm sure the struggles of a US based driver trying to make it overseas is great content and I've been enjoying it even if others haven't! Cheers mate😉🤙🏼

[@grandplatplays341]

Howdy Matt - Thanks for the status update. As someone who showed up before your Japan move, I have stuck around because (a) you're a cool and down-to-earth, (b) you're repping AZ (ignoring that you aren't native lol), and (c) you and the HR team make great content that I enjoy watching. I hope things are only going to go up from here on out and that all of us viewers get to see you achieve your dreams. Video 35! Keep up the great work, fellas!

[@MrATV612]

Biggest thing for me and your recent Japan videos is the problems and the issues you were facing. Yes that’s something that shouldn’t be happening at that level but for much smaller people like me. That’s the reality in it and to see someone like you stay humble in the whole process and work hard to keep going. That’s is some of the best car KZbin content out there. It’s not all sunshine and rainbows and good to see that now and again. Keep up the drive and do what makes you happy.🤙🏼

[@looneyhoonzinc]

All good fam, your finding your mojo. We’lol be here and the ones really about it never left ✊

[@dvorzz7351]

I still enjoy watching it because you have something that I can never have and I really enjoy watching it

[@ryan.c990]

7:03 I dont usually comment alot but just by seeing you is good enough. I like ur content but you are also a reason of why i watch your videos

[@secretRBRman]

I think your journey will be part of the content mate, take your time to pick the right team and dont rush things.

[@mackenziechin3667]

hey no matter what, i love you guys, your videos, and ill keep watching no matter what

[@streetshredit1599]

Bro, we stick around because we support you and your journey. It's not about putting out amazing content for me, it's more watching how you handle obstacles and overcome. You're doing great don't be too hard on yourself bro. Just have fun

[@isaacoliveira33]

I really watch the videos because i like them it doesn't matter what your doing when you post something its just like we are there together and evean when things go down you manage to make the videos funny to all of us. Things are not going your way but just try not to stress about it and some advice: don't think about the problem think about a solution. With that said i want you to know we all support you and love your videos and i hope you the best.

[@davidallen2025]

Fingers crossed you can find a good shop!!

[@trapmessiah6165]

Bro wether the car is working or not we still love your videos and even if you don’t think they are entertaining, they are. You give us a insight on the realities of drifting and we appreciate that. Keep it up ❤️🙏

[@CasparLikesYou]

been watching since around 30-40k and just wanna say I did notice a more depressing tone in the last 3 videos. Hope everything gets better, you worked so hard to get to where you are. I don't care if your videos are a little sad cause that's realistic. You do a great job with making me feel like im just chilling laughing with my friend when i watch your videos. Thanks for all the awesome content you've provided. The pro drifter title i feel like only triggers people who don't drift irl and are just jealous imo

[@KoenigFPS]

We stuck around and continued to support you and this channel cuz we know in the future you'll be doing great things and great content. Think of it as an investment. Continue your hardwork you'll get through this

[@DriftInJapan]

Hey Matt. Thanks for being open with us! It seemed like you had a real tough time in Japan. Bummer you couldn't stay longer. Hope you can find a decent workshop that can look after your car here. Keep your head up mate! Actually, the videos with your car problems were entertaining! Videos with drama is what keeps people watching, so I guess that's why lots of us subscribers stuck around. Don't be too hard on yourself! You've got the drive and talent to succeed. Keep going!

[@wolf-xf6hf]

We stick around because we love your personality and your content and it’s honest even if it’s not uplifting and being true is better than being happy

[@DaSchnizz36]

I'm sure you will, but keep gettin after it man. Hasn't gone as hoped, but still making good content and showing what some resiliency looks like in the pursuit of something. That alone is important. You never know who might need to see that. Good stuff ✌

[@punkxmetalxcrust7676]

We all stuck around because we believe in you matt! You got this man. I know life throws you bumps in the road from time to time. I hope you continue to grip it and rip it man. 🙏 You've got this!!!! ❤🙌

[@samfrancis5458]

My dude, I've been a TEAM HAUGEN fan since ages ago, it's been awesome watching your journey. How you seem to handle the difficulties, make decisions, and bring people together it's absolutely inspiring! Shame it's not quite gone to plan (yet) but stick at it man, I love the content. Hope to see more of J-mo and mazdabro master editor Aaron now you're back in the states. Arigato gozaimas from the UK 😁

[@bikes-n-boost4089]

I hope you can get back to a fun place with drifting. Everyone deserves to love what they do for a living and I hope you can find that passion and excitement along the way .