Magic: The Gathering Unveils Aetherdrift, a Racing-Themed Expansion

The upcoming set introduces new mechanics like Crew and Exhaust, with a multiversal racing tournament at its core.

Aetherdrift is Magic: The Gathering's first Standard-legal expansion of 2025, set to release on February 14.
The set is centered on a multiversal racing tournament, the Ghirapur Grand Prix, offering the Aetherspark as its ultimate prize.
New mechanics include Crew, which activates Vehicles by tapping creatures, and Exhaust, a high-cost, high-reward ability usable only once.
Highlighted cards include Possession Engine, which immobilizes opponent's creatures, and Marshal’s Pathcruiser, which transforms into a creature with boosted stats.
Aetherdrift also features unique cards like the Autarch Mammoth and Spotcycle Scouter, emphasizing the racing theme with diverse gameplay options.