Here is a vid put together by one of our State of Stance friends from Jax, Derek Wheeler. He shot this with his Flip cam and did it just for fun. I have to say, I love seeing people enjoying the culture and getting together. Videos like this, made by enthusiast, remind me of how fun building...

I happen to come accorss this amazing picture courtesy of the guys over at Berk Technologies and I just had to share with everyone. Have a great weekend and don’t forget to check in on Monday for new stuff from this weekend’s schedule… Until then, Happy Friday… Happy...

  In our Creating Value post we mentioned that we would be doing collaborations for 2011. State of Stance has teamed up with Simply Clean to help promote the RPM Event for NOS Energy. A FREE event at the UTI Orlando Campus on Feb 12th 2011 from 12-5pm. There will be food, drinks,...

Value… its a funny word. It has weight but is completely variable. So how does one define value? What one person finds valuable, another may not. In essance value is an opinion, a matter of prefernace. So I ask, “Does this blog have value?” In talking with freinds, fans,...

So I get a text this morning from Sam, one of our staff members from Tampa, asking if I had seen Noogle’ s video of the Ultra event. He sent me the link just a few seconds later and I was like, damn! Noogle is doing it!!! Well boys and girls, here it is… and btw, who is that...

So you’re looking for some great last minute gift ideas, or maybe you are scrambling to do your Chrsitmas shopping on this last week before Chrsitmas. Well don’t fret! All of these products have been State of Stance Tested and Approved and are our TOP PICKS for great gist ideas. #1...

So you’re looking for some great last minute gift ideas, or maybe you are scrambling to do your Chrsitmas shopping on this last week before Chrsitmas. Well don’t fret! All of these products have been State of Stance Tested and Approved and are our TOP PICKS for great gist ideas. #1...

Big thanks to GoPro for supplying us with HD Hero Cameras for us to be able to record all the footage and to Frank for editing the footage and putting together this nice video. Without further adieux here are some memorable moments from the State of Stance run to Simply Clean...

I’ve had a passion for open wheel since the days when the Miami Grand Prix roared through the streets of downtown. So it’s no surprise that F1 also became an infatuation, the elite of the elite, racing gods amongst men. Names like Button, Senna, Fittipaldi, Hakkinen, Coulthard, Shumacher....

Source: Adam Zillin – 7Tune The guys over at 7Tune have comfimred that Daijiro Inada and Keiichi Tsuchiya (aka The Drift King) have decided to part ways with the D1GP drift circuit. Tsuchiya mentioned in his own personal blog that it is due to differnaces with other members. Though he...

The guys at BlueMotion never dissapoint. They did it again with thier coverage of Simply Clean II. Check it out and make sure you start getting ready for the more from Simply Clean in 2011.   Simply Clean 2 from Bluemotion Productions on...

As 2010 winds down to its last few days, I have to say it was a GREAT year.  The scene seems to have come back full force and I can’t help but get excited for 2011 and what will come. But for now, here is a great 2010 wrap up by Kenny Cano. Kenny Cano Film Reel 2010 from Kenny Cano on...

Tim and the guys asked me to join them at a Tandem Drift event they had put together. While at the event, I had the honor of riding shotgun with J.Lowe. Well known in the Florida drift culture, he has been terrorizing tires and tracks for many years now. Here is a clip of some HD footage taken...

JE has just released their line of asymmetrical forged pistons. Boasting that their asymmetrical design lessens thrust load from the minor thrust side and of course the less material equates to even less weight. They already have applications ready for BMW M3 (92-99), Dodge 420A/SRT-4, Honda...

stateofSTANCE and SimplyClean have teamed up once again to show support for the scene. We will be attending the Ultra Season Finale and presenting the Best Stance and Cleanest Car award. The event will be at Peabody’s Billiard 15333 Amberly Drive Tampa, FL 33647 For more infromation...

Its here! The Official State of Stance Run To Simply Clean 2!!! All the T’s have been crossed and all the I’s dotted in order to bring you the Official State of Stance Run To SC2. With three legs each coming from a different part of the state, there is no excuse to miss this! Here are all...

We keep getting closer to the State of Stance Run to Simply Clean 2 and I though it was about time to leak some info on the Official Tour shirts. Participation on the Tour from any leg (North, West and South) is compeltely free, however if you register and pay you will not only get the swag...

We keep getting closer to the State of Stance Run to Simply Clean 2 and I though it was about time to leak some info on the Official Tour shirts. Participation on the Tour from any leg (North, West and South) is compeltely free, however if you register and pay you will not only get the swag...

Unless you live in a cave, if you are into anything that has to do with cars, then you know that in less than 10 days SEMA takes over Las Vegas. Warren Shim-Quee with Fortune Motorsports, Tjin Edition Tour and ADV.1 Wheels have put together a Honda CR-Z inspired by the original Gurnade Design...

Unless you live in a cave, if you are into anything that has to do with cars, then you know that in less than 10 days SEMA takes over Las Vegas. Warren Shim-Quee with Fortune Motorsports, Tjin Edition Tour and ADV.1 Wheels have put together a Honda CR-Z inspired by the original Gurnade Design...

The last five weeks of my life have been hectic, exhausting, exciting, hilarious, and overall awesome. Afterhours laugh session over food and drink, 6am flights, multi-city connections, forging of new friendships and catching up on some old ones. I’ve meet some very passionate people,...

Words by: Leo Diaz When I think about stance, several images come to mind; from the ever popular tuck&poke stance to hellaflush stance to track stance. Each has its own unique appeal yet all have the same idea; low & wide. This impeccable Datsun is no different, creating its own...

Words by: Leo Diaz Photos by: Frank Leon Some of the State of Stance staff was on hand to help Jackie Ling and Preston Li of Urbanracer.com put together the opening event of the Scion tCruise. Mike Kennedy and Sue Swanson of Toyota’s Scion division conceived this tCruise Tour to...

Here is a vid from Remix Miami featuring Ramon’s fitted S2000 on CCWs by JVal...

Here is a vid from Remix Miami featuring Ramon’s fitted S2000 on CCWs by JVal...

Simply Black… Chrome! Words by Leo Diaz Photos by Joe Dantone If you’ve seen my car and my build style, its clear to see that I love black and I love Enkei RPFs and this car has both. Beautifully shot by Joe Dantone, I can only imagine what this car is like in person. Cusco...

The largest enthusiast event of its kind in the south east is back! Clear your calendar and get ready to experience the event that defines the scene. With over 275 cars, a large vendor area, tons of raffle prizes, free food and hours of entertainment prove that this is the one event you...

The largest enthusiast event of its kind in the south east is back! Clear your calendar and get ready to experience the event that defines the scene. With over 275 cars, a large vendor area, tons of raffle prizes, free food and hours of entertainment prove that this is the one event you...

A day at the track with ClubJapo by Albert’s Art...

A day at the track with ClubJapo by Albert’s Art...

…and so it seems that Ken Block still reigns king in the world of Gymkhana. After the popularity of his original Gymkhana video, released by DC while he was still driving for Subaru, he has followed up with Part 2 [in which he introduced the new Ford rally car he is now driving] and now...

…and so it seems that Ken Block still reigns king in the world of Gymkhana. After the popularity of his original Gymkhana video, released by DC while he was still driving for Subaru, he has followed up with Part 2 [in which he introduced the new Ford rally car he is now driving] and now...

Oliver Ledesma made it down to Homestead to catch a GT Cup race. Here is a short pictoral of his visit to the track.

Photos & Words by: David ristau If your looking for freshly baked shirts “Johnny Cupcakes” is the place to go. Johnny is a guy who is not in it for the money, in fact he started his bussines out of the trunk of his 89′ Toyota Camry. He baked his brand specifically for...

  So I’m standing there chatting with Warren about the event. It’s been just over 2yrs since we hung out (random late night Pizza Rustica encounters aside), at least at an automotive event. While catching up he asked me what the deal was behind SOS and why I decided to do this. I...

Your stance is just right, tire shine is gleaming like suntan lotion and you’re ready to roll out and hit the South Fl streets. Your car looks fresh, so should you! So go get your self a good set of shades; its then when you hit up Knockaround.com. Knockaround started in 2005 when Adam...

Hybrid Werks/Nippon Power out of Medley, FL hosted a local Meet & BBQ. fafa and I met up in the morning to get the cars cleaned up. Being the concerned and helpful people that we are, we felt compelled to donate to charity, so we headed straight for a local cheerleader/dance team...

Hybrid Werks/Nippon Power out of Medley, FL hosted a local Meet & BBQ. fafa and I met up in the morning to get the cars cleaned up. Being the concerned and helpful people that we are, we felt compelled to donate to charity, so we headed straight for a local cheerleader/dance team...

If you’re like me then you’re nuts about bolts; especially if they are titanium and even more so if they have been heat treated. Ryan Hampton at BallerBolts is not just a manufacture but also what I call an artist. He torches each and every piece himself by hand. Now that is skill!...

SimplyClean does it again! The time has come for another good car meet in Central Florida that everyone can enjoy. We are happy to announce that Route 46 Entertainment District will be holding SC2 at their location. It really is a beautiful venue with great food, great atmosphere and plenty of...

Big Congrats to Mike for getting his super clean, super stanced S2000 featured in Canibeat! Mike worked tirelessly to get his car ready for the stateofSTANCE event and snagged one of the infamous Stanced40 spots. His hard work and dedication paid off! Go check out his gorgous build on...

High Roller Ventures started in 2008 with the concept of being a one stop shop promotions agency. “Marketing, Events and Promotions” is all they think about and do. Whether its flyers, websites or event set-ups, HRV handles it all. They have worked on events such as the Lexus-Supra...

Luke Chueh will be presenting at the Comic-Con his new art toy called Black in White. Going on the evil within feel, this looks like another one for the collection. For those of you toy fanatics, check Luke Chueh for more info and more of his...

Remix admission tickets. Flip them over and sweat your $10 coupon for hellaflush/fatlace. Only here at stateofSTANCE. Get them while they’re hot, there are only x20..! Yes, you heard right… stateofSTANCE has only x20 Remix&Hellaflush event admision tickets that are also a...

Remix admission tickets. Flip them over and sweat your $10 coupon for hellaflush/fatlace. Only here at stateofSTANCE. Get them while they’re hot, there are only x20..! Yes, you heard right… stateofSTANCE has only x20 Remix&Hellaflush event admision tickets that are also a...

Sweat it! The official Tuck&Poke Dunk is here. Get yours at the NikeStore...

Sweat it! The official Tuck&Poke Dunk is here. Get yours at the NikeStore...

According to several sources, Toyota’s Cheif Test Driver, 67-year old Hiromu Naruse, died in a collisoin on HWY 410 outside of Nurburgring with two other test drivers in a BMW. While the accident is still under investigation, some reports state that Hiromu San veered into oncoming...

Big congratulations to our very own SOS staff member VSDanny for getting recognition on Bulletproof’s The REAL JDM Bespoke blog for his immaculacy built S2000. Check the feature here...

I’m very glad to announce that stateofSTANCE and Simply Clean have teamed up with Remix Events to bring you the Premier Parking section at the Remix/Hellaflush Event. The stateofSTANCE & Simply Clean Premier Parking section will be setup right next to Hellaflush. Premier Parking in...

I’m very glad to announce that stateofSTANCE and Simply Clean have teamed up with Remix Events to bring you the Premier Parking section at the Remix/Hellaflush Event. The stateofSTANCE & Simply Clean Premier Parking section will be setup right next to Hellaflush. Premier Parking in...

The stateofSTANCE eStore is here! We will be adding more merchandise by mid July. So keep checking back as things will start dropping very soon. Here on our Products Page you will be able to get your hands on limited edition production runs of Official SOS merchandise; stickers, clothing,...

ThumbsUp Meet! This Sunday the 20th, time: 12pm, location: Yogurt Land in the Fountains Square Plaza in Pembroke Pines. Just off Pines Blvd and I75. stateofSTANCE will be there to rep and show their love of the ThnumbsUp! We will be selling tickets for the Remix/Hellaflush6 event and will be...

Remix Events is coming to Miami and they are brining Hellaflush VI with them to the East Coast. Sautrday July 31st @ SunLife Stadium (formally known as Dolphin’s Stadium) from 1pm – 7pm If you’re flush, fitted or stanced then you need to be there! Hellaflush VI will be happening...

For all you social networking junkies, stateofSTANCE is on twitter and facebook. Follow us on twitter: stateofSTANCE on twitter Become our fan on facebook: stateofSTANCE Fan Page You’ll receive updates on blog posts, events, merchandise drops and much more!!! State of Stance Promote...

For all you social networking junkies, stateofSTANCE is on twitter and facebook. Follow us on twitter: stateofSTANCE on twitter Become our fan on facebook: stateofSTANCE Fan Page You’ll receive updates on blog posts, events, merchandise drops and much more!!! State of Stance Promote...

I’d like to thank Steve aka DjDorifto @ Automo.to for his excellent coverage of the event. Here are some of his awesome...

Alright… I know its been a few weeks and I’m just now posting the State of Stance Meet & Great pics; things have been super hectic and SOS has had a lot of post event projects that we’ve been working on. Finally I’ve had a chance to take a breather and I’d like to post some...

Now this is how a paint job is supposed to be...

Awsome vid! Big ups to SSPSTRICK for the...

Florida, stand up and take a bow!!! With only 2 months lead time, we pulled together and showed that the East Coast can represent! I want to personally thank everyone that came to the event and made it amazing. It hasn’t been 48hours and I see that coverage is already viral on the...

Check out all the S2000 that stormed this Chicago meet! Loving...

Check out all the S2000 that stormed this Chicago meet! Loving...

We are less than 3 days from the event and things are looking crazy! If you pre-registered, please read the email you received with parking information very carefully. It has all the information you need to know regarding arrival time and parking. As many of you are already aware, we have a...

Newcomers to the scene, but ready to take over full storm. The guys at Fitment Warehouse are here and they will be at State of Stance for a formal debut. Keep an eye out as they start expanding, stateofSTANCE will be sure to bring you the latest Fitment Warehouse news. Stay tuned and keep yout...

Offering a whole line of extreem autmotive lighing, the guys at Miami Auto Lights know their bulbs. Everything from your interior bulb upgrades all the wau to full HID conversionts, nothing is overlooked by them. Look for Miami Auto Lights at State of Stance with a full staff to help you with...

Damn! Your shits weak!!! That’s what the guys at Weakstyles will tell you. The guys over at Weakstyles are always up to something. Forget the Ambient, thier creativity never sleeps! Constnatly poping up with new sticker and shirt designs, there is always something good to grab. They...

The guys at jdmXmindz have set up to promote the jdm culture from many angles. They cover everything from up and coming tuning shops, car clubs, shows, events, meets, and showstopping daily driven cars. Ultimately everything that hasn’t had a lot of media coverage, but should have. There are...

Within the stance culture there are a few icons that are utterly recognizable. When this 1983 VW Rabbit hit the scene, it took the net by storm. Pictures popped up everywhere, the most famous one being of a police officer looking under the car confused as to how it was even driving. Well its...

Some say a single picture can speak a thousand words. This one picture does just that. Sergio Ramirez isn’t just part of the State of Stance staff, but he’s an enthusiast and part of the movement. Just one look at his stanced Audi A4 on CCWs and one thousand words come to mind....

Some say a single picture can speak a thousand words. This one picture does just that. Sergio Ramirez isn’t just part of the State of Stance staff, but he’s an enthusiast and part of the movement. Just one look at his stanced Audi A4 on CCWs and one thousand words come to mind....

So you’re cursing as you floor the gas pedal and homeboy next you is still pulling away… It time you call Velocity Shop! They have a full selection of go fast and look good parts from the best names in the industry. What is that you say… you have no time to shop because...

On my usual adventure through the interwebz, I once in a while come across some stunning cars. This TT is one of those cars. Many of you know I am a fan of BBS LMs and these dished LMs with fully polished lips just make my heart melt. What a beautifully crafted stance, low, wide and full of...

WheelsNext has been a heavy hitter in the wheel and tire game for some time now, their team is comprised of industry experts that are tuners and enthusiasts just like the rest of us. They will always get you true custom advice on vehicle wheels and car rims fitments from an expert who is on...

Just one shot to help your Thursday go by just a little faster. Friedrich Nietzsche once said, “If you stare into the Abyss long enough the Abyss stares back at you.”  If that is so, then this 240 is staring back at me, ’cause I have been staring at this car for hours!  Its...

Now this is rolling on sik...

Now this is rolling on sik...

A few late night sessions wrestling with photoshop and we finally have the SoS M&G Flyer! Feel free to save it, post it, print it, share it..! Come out and see the “Stanced 40” and the “Stance Girls”! Vendor Booth Space is still avaliable. Contact me at...

Surfing around some of my favorite flicker streams, like an insomniac surfing infomercial channels, I happen to come across this gorgeous 350z shot by Daniel Kruthanooch.  The sunk face Volk CE28s in white with red pinstriping really set off the dark deep black paint of this onyx beauty. A...

I’ve been a member of the S2000 community for over eight years, having owned two S2000s and attending endless community functions, however every once in a while I come across an S2000 that makes me just say; wow! Josh Alderman’s AP2 is one of those cars. I had seen it a dozen times on the...

I came across this S2000 while surfing through the S2k forums and I absolutely fell in love.  CCW’s are always a win in my book and this AP pulled of the perfect stance! The custom ordered CCW LM20’s are in brushed gold and in crazy 18×10 & 18×11.5....

WFC coverage of HF...

Florida State of STANCE Meet v1.0 DATE: Sunday May 30th, 2010 TIME: 11:00am – 4:00pm LOCATION: Morikami Japanese Gardens (at the Biwa Pavilion) REGISTRATION: FREE Ok guys, it has taken a lot of late night sessions, emails, phone calls and text messages but we are getting all our...

The long awaited and much anticipated State of STANCE is here. Feel free to surf around the site and come back often as we will be updating the site frequently. If you have any comments or questions, drop me a line to Leo@stateofstance.com. Keep our stance low and...