Paul I think the big reason for the turnouts is the shift of time and money. Shows have gotten very expensive to attend and to show. Also, I think times have def. changed. Show cars used to be the big craze, now it seems that drifting and performance are the big craze. In regards to the Road Atlanta show though, I dunno, maybe because it was a pretty far drive. Overall though, I think it all comes down to $$$$. For Example, Formula D was $45, then the Dub show is $50 to registar, then the following weekend is $55 for HIN. Thats $150 in one month for shows. It is getting way to pricey for people now. On a side note to that, it keeps alot of the non-serious people from registaring because it is expensive.
i agree w/ the exspense involved w/ showing, but isn't that what is about? i remember a time where i did 3 shows in a weekend... i was a complete show whore.

now as far as drifting/performance, shows are starting to incorporate all aspects, like this past event or tunerfest, nopi drags, etc... so the events are here.