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Sanam Sekhon created history of sorts by achieving a new Guinness World Record for the Highest Altitude Drift by a Car at 5,798 meters (19,023 feet) at Umling La Pass in Ladakh on July 31st of this year. This accomplishment was no mean feat as it tested the resolve of both the driver and the vehicle with Sekhon performing the record-setting drift amid low oxygen levels, icy winds, freezing temperatures, and unpredictable road conditions.

Known as India’s ‘Drift King’, Sekhon had progressively advanced in the realm of Indian motorsport, garnering recognition for his unwavering determination to exceed boundaries. 

Speaking on this massive achievement, Sanam said, “I’m absolutely thrilled to hold this record, but honestly, I couldn’t have done it without my fantastic team. We knew what we were getting into and were both mentally and physically prepared, but the oxygen levels and altitude really tested us. Just running around and managing things up there was tough and we even had ambulances on standby. Getting everything in place a 20-21 member crew, our tuner flying in from Thailand, and ensuring a steady fuel supply was a challenge in itself. The tyres played a huge role too. The tyres gripped really well on that rough surface, which made all the difference. In drifting, tyres are everything you can have the best power and setup in the car, but it’s the tyres that meet the road, and that’s what really counts.”

The record was made possible on JK Tyre’s Levitas XTREME, part of the premium Levitas range that represents the company’s forward-looking commitment to performance and innovation. Its performance at Umling La was a powerful demonstration of how JK Tyre continues to blend decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to meet the demands of extreme motorsport.

Celebrating this achievement, Dr Raghupati Singhania, Chairman & Managing Director, JK Tyre & Industries Ltd., said, “This Guinness World Record is not only a proud milestone for Indian motorsport but also a reflection of JK Tyre’s unwavering spirit of innovation. By supporting extraordinary drivers like Sanam Sekhon and pushing our technology to perform under the toughest conditions on the planet, we continue to demonstrate that Indian talent and engineering can stand tall on the global stage. At JK Tyre, we believe in redefining limits, and this achievement at Umling La is a shining example of our philosophy in action.”

This landmark accomplishment cements JK Tyre’s position at the forefront of motorsport innovation while also showcasing the rising stature of Indian drivers globally. 

(Inputs from press release)