Gymkhana

eBay Motors drops collection of iconic memorabilia from Ken Block's storied motorsports career

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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"Ken Block was an undeniable inspiration to car lovers and fans everywhere -- he united automotive and pop culture in a way that no one else could," said Chris Prill, Global VP of eBay Motors. "We are deeply honored to partner with the Block family and support Ken's commitment to the community by connecting our enthusiasts to his legacy through these one-of-one pieces."

Key Points: 
  • Beyond Ken's personal collection, fans can also purchase limited-run apparel designed in collaboration with Block House Racing.
  • "Ken was passionate about motorsports, action sports, creative arts and giving back to those communities.
  • "Opening our archives for the first time with eBay Motors and sharing a piece of his career with fans is the perfect way to honor his legacy."
  • To bid on this one-of-a-kind collection, head to www.ebay.com/KenBlock today, April 3, 2024 through April 13, 2024.

Hoonigan launches Ken Block's ELECTRIKHANA TWO: One More Playground; Mexico City in the Audi S1 Hoonitron

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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COMPTON, Calif., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In November of 2022, Ken Block and the Hoonigan team headed to Mexico City, MX to film the next installment of the Electrikhana series with the Audi S1 Hoonitron. Just over one month later, the devastating loss of Ken Block meant that the project was shelved - until today - with the launch of Electrikhana TWO: The Mexico City Sessions on the Hoonigan YouTube channel.

Key Points: 
  • COMPTON, Calif., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In November of 2022, Ken Block and the Hoonigan team headed to Mexico City, MX to film the next installment of the Electrikhana series with the Audi S1 Hoonitron.
  • Just over one month later, the devastating loss of Ken Block meant that the project was shelved - until today - with the launch of Electrikhana TWO: The Mexico City Sessions on the Hoonigan YouTube channel.
  • Block, The Hoonigans, and Audi continue pushing the limits of what's possible in the performance EV world with Electrikhana TWO, sliding through iconic areas of Mexico City in Block's infamously aggressive, rally-inspired driving style.
  • Shot in and around Mexico City, Block launches the Hoonitron out of the world's largest bullring: Plaza de Toros.

Toyota Motor Philippines celebrates love for cars with fans at its GAZOO Racing Festival

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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Akio Toyoda, Chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation (who is known for his racing pseudonym Morizo), showcased his driving and drifting skills at the #TGR Festival as he demonstrated his prowess behind the wheel across various Toyota race cars.

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  • Akio Toyoda, Chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation (who is known for his racing pseudonym Morizo), showcased his driving and drifting skills at the #TGR Festival as he demonstrated his prowess behind the wheel across various Toyota race cars.
  • They brought along their legendary race cars Toyota WRC Yaris and Red Bull GR Corolla which conquered the rally courses of global racing events.
  • Of course, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing would not be complete without the participation of the country's home-grown Filipino star racers!
  • You can always watch the livestream at TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippines Facebook Page or visit toyota.com.ph/gazoo for more racing updates.

ENGINE Gin Teams Up With Gymkhana Legend Ken Block

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Monday, December 19, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ENGINE, the 100% organic, distilled dry gin made in Italy, has announced its partnership with professional rally driver and automotive thrill-seeker Ken Block. As Ken Block's official spirit sponsor, the year-long collaboration will include the ENGINE logo on his pilot suit, a series of unique digital content, an exclusive co-branded event at Hoonigan Racing Headquarters and more.

Key Points: 
  • Block and ENGINE will also play host to events on the ranch located in the Wasatch Mountains of Park City.
  • Guests will have the opportunity to learn from the award-winning racer as they witness the Gymkhana legend drifting in action.
  • I have admired Ken and his racing for many years, and I know ENGINE is a perfect brand to help fuel his dreams in the year ahead.
  • Engine is the100% organic Italian gin with a disruptive aesthetic that celebrates the connections of the world of motors and the cult myths of the 1980's.

ENGINE Gin Teams Up With Gymkhana Legend Ken Block

Retrieved on: 
Monday, December 19, 2022
Block, Hand, SRP, Car, Park, Water, Marketing, Copper, Damask, Dream, Hoonigan Racing Division, Gymkhana, Aluminium, Wasatch Range, Partnership, Engine, Gasoline, Perfume, Piemonte (wine)

NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ENGINE, the 100% organic, distilled dry gin made in Italy, has announced its partnership with professional rally driver and automotive thrill-seeker Ken Block. As Ken Block's official spirit sponsor, the year-long collaboration will include the ENGINE logo on his pilot suit, a series of unique digital content, an exclusive co-branded event at Hoonigan Racing Headquarters and more.

Key Points: 
  • Block and ENGINE will also play host to events on the ranch located in the Wasatch Mountains of Park City.
  • Guests will have the opportunity to learn from the award-winning racer as they witness the Gymkhana legend drifting in action.
  • I have admired Ken and his racing for many years, and I know ENGINE is a perfect brand to help fuel his dreams in the year ahead.
  • Engine is the100% organic Italian gin with a disruptive aesthetic that celebrates the connections of the world of motors and the cult myths of the 1980's.

This is Ken Block's Audi S1 Hoonitron

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021
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NECKARSULM, Germanyand NEUBURG A. D. DONAU, Germany, Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- It instantly brings back memories of the legendary Audi Sport quattro S1 with which the four rings used to charge to the summit in the famous Pikes Peak Hill Climb event, aka the "Race To The Clouds:" Audi is presenting the Audi S1 e-tron quattro Hoonitron that it has exclusively and uniquely developed for American drift artist Ken Block.

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  • NECKARSULM, Germanyand NEUBURG A. D. DONAU, Germany, Dec. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- It instantly brings back memories of the legendary Audi Sport quattro S1 with which the four rings used to charge to the summit in the famous Pikes Peak Hill Climb event, aka the "Race To The Clouds:" Audi is presenting the Audi S1 e-tron quattro Hoonitron that it has exclusively and uniquely developed for American drift artist Ken Block.
  • "The S1 Hoonitron combines a lot of what Audi was already famous for in the nineteen-eighties," says Ken Block, whose enthusiasm for Audi's rally cars was sparked at an early age.
  • "Audi gave me the opportunity to test it for a few days in Germany," says Ken Block.
  • The entire development, including the technology, of the S1 Hoonitron was conducted by Audi Sport at the Neckarsulm location a perfect fit for the project, because that's also where the Audi RS e-tron GT* is produced.

Subaru Unveils Launch Control: Road To Gymkhana Miniseries On Youtube And Amazon Prime Video

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Wednesday, February 10, 2021
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CAMDEN, N.J., Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru today released Launch Control: Road to Gymkhana, a two-part miniseries documenting the design, build, testing and shoot of the wildest WRX STI ever constructedTravis Pastrana's Gymkhana 2020 STI.

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  • CAMDEN, N.J., Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru today released Launch Control: Road to Gymkhana, a two-part miniseries documenting the design, build, testing and shoot of the wildest WRX STI ever constructedTravis Pastrana's Gymkhana 2020 STI.
  • The full season is available now on both YouTube and Amazon Prime Video .
  • "Gymkhana 2020 was my chance to take the series in a direction no one had seen before, and Road to Gymkhana isbeyond anything fans have seen from Launch Control," said Pastrana.
  • Launch Control is a production of Formula Photographic and Bowes Media with the support of Subaru of America.