Gatimu Shines as Munyua Wins 2WD Turbo at Shell AutoX Rally
Tinashe Gatimu and Suleiman Munyua were among the standout performers at Round Six of the Shell National AutoX and AutoX Plus Championship, held at Kasarani Super Special Stage on 10 and 11 October 2026.
Gatimu emerged as the fastest lady in the 4WD Turbo Car Restrictor 35mm category, clocking 12 minutes and 29.151 seconds, while Munyua took the 2WD Turbo Car victory in 13 minutes and 54.966 seconds.
Ganatra, Hinga Lead Their Categories
Amaan Ganatra topped the 4WD Turbo Car Restrictor 35mm category in 10:44.264, narrowly ahead of Harpreet Bhogal, who clocked 10:45.461. Baldev Chager finished third in 10:53.063.
In the 2WD Non-Turbo Senior Car category, Michuki Hinga claimed first place in 12:01.065, followed by Fahim Abdulmalik in 12:15.912 and Muaaz Adil in 12:24.314.
Gurdeep Bharij won the 2WD Turbo Buggy category in 11:11.465, while Rehan Shah topped the Open Class in 11:17.462.
The competition brought together drivers across multiple categories, with the results highlighting the precision, consistency and quick decision-making required to succeed in motorsport.
Shell Backs Local Motorsport Talent
Organised by 254 Motorsports Club with support from Shell, the championship provides Kenyan drivers with a platform to develop their skills, gain competitive experience and test themselves against other competitors.
Vivo Energy Kenya Manager Joanne Nyagah said the partnership supports the growth of local motorsport by giving drivers opportunities to learn and improve.
“AutoX provides an important platform for drivers to gain experience, sharpen their skills and build their competitive capabilities,” Nyagah said.
She added that with Kenya preparing to host the World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally in 2027, the current period presents an exciting opportunity to nurture local talent.
Countdown to the November Finale
The championship is now heading towards its season finale, expected in the last week of November, with drivers seeking to strengthen their positions in the remaining rounds.
Kenya is also preparing for the return of the WRC Safari Rally from 18 to 21 March 2027, when leading international rally teams and drivers will compete on home soil.
While AutoX and the Safari Rally feature different competition formats, local events provide drivers with opportunities to build experience and help grow interest in motorsport among fans and young aspiring competitors.
