New Delhi, June 09, 2023: JK Tyre, a leading global tyre manufacturer, announces the much-anticipated Ranger Odyssey, a family navigation event designed to celebrate the love for long drives and ignite the spirit of adventure in participants who are wild at heart. The maiden event will flag off on June 10th in Coimbatore and will be followed by events in five other cities- Pune, Hyderabad, Cochin, Chandigarh & Gurgaon. The rally will test the mettle of drivers and navigators as they traverse diverse terrain and routes, competing under the time, speed, and distance (TSD) format.
Motorsport fans treasure rallies for their thrilling mix of skill, precision, and teamwork. The Time-Speed-Distance (TSD) rally format specifically tests drivers and navigators on maintaining correct speed and timing while following a designated route using a roadbook. The inclusive nature of these events even allows family members to join, making it a fun family experience.
Mr. Srinivasu Allaphan, Director-Sales & Marketing, JK Tyre & Industries Ltd. said at the announcement of the RANGER ODYSSEY, “The Ranger Odyssey encapsulates the essence of adventure, inviting participants to embark on an extraordinary journey that blends adrenaline, competition, and camaraderie. Join us as we embark on this exhilarating adventure, fuelled by the pursuit of excellence and the unwavering commitment to deliver exceptional motorsport experiences.“
JK Tyre & Industries Ltd, ranked among the top 25 tyre manufacturers globally, has been a pioneer in introducing world-class motorsports to India. With a rich legacy spanning three decades, the company has been instrumental in creating an ecosystem that allows motorsport enthusiasts to participate and provides spectacles for fans across the nation.
About JK Tyre Motorsport:
JK Tyre has been closely associated with the world of motorsports for almost three decades. The company laid down a long-term plan to popularize and promote the sport in the country. Its first target was to change the notion that this was a sport for the elite. So, it packaged and redesigned it in a spectator-friendly way, drawing the masses to the sport. JK Tyre’s efforts started paying dividends in just a few years’ time, with the likes of Narain Karthikeyan and Karun Chandok going all the way to the F1 rung, the highest level of single-seat racing in the world. Since then, a number of stars emerged, including Armaan Ebrahim, the Maini brothers (Kush and Arjun), Anindith Reddy Konda, amongst many others. JK Tyre Motorsports is very proud of the role it has played in bringing women into motorsports in a big way. Apart from encouraging them to get into the sport through karting as kids, the company also gave them opportunities in various national championships. With a vision to promote women in motorsports, the company has curated women-centric events such as JK Tyre
WIAA Women’s Rally to Valley, JK Tyre Defence Wives Power Drive, JK Tyre-YFLO Women’s Power Drive, JK Tyre Times Women’s Drive apart from introducing an all-women’s team in the JK Tyre National Racing Championship to encourage women to take up to the sport.
