Category: Offroad / Gravel

The dust has settled at Tanamera Rally Park, but the echoes of roaring engines, flying gravel, and fierce family rivalries still linger after an unforgettable 2026 KBS Rally Sprint, organized by X-One Motorsports.

This wasn’t just a battle against the clock — it was a clash of generations, a showcase of raw talent, and a celebration of Malaysian rallying’s future.

The Titans: 30 Years of Rally Mastery

Celebrating three decades of rallying together, legendary duo Saladin Mazlan and Arish Qutb once again proved why they remain benchmarks of the sport. With the Mini Deus dancing across the gravel, their near-telepathic chemistry delivered a blistering Overall P1 finish in 00:23:13.

A masterclass in experience, precision, and outright speed.

The Next Generation is Here

The biggest story of the weekend? Father vs. Son.

Ibrahim Saladin showed rally greatness runs in the blood, pushing his Subaru WRX to the limit to claim Overall P3 while keeping his father firmly in sight throughout the event.

More than a podium finish, it was a statement:
The next generation is ready.

A Co-Driving Dynasty

The family battle extended beyond the driver’s seat.

Co-driver Shazwan Akif, guiding Ibrahim to P3, found himself competing against his own father, Shahrol Zainal — creating one of the most unique and emotional storylines of the rally.

Two generations. One shared passion.

Ladies of the Dust & Rising Stars

Beyond the family rivalries, the event showcased the incredible growth and diversity of Malaysian rallying.

The Ladies of the Dust brought skill, grit, and fearless determination to the gravel, proving motorsport belongs to everyone.

Meanwhile, a wave of Rising Stars and fresh faces lit up Tanamera, pushing grassroots machines to the edge and showing the local rally scene is stronger than ever.

Final Results

🥇 1st Overall — Saladin Mazlan / Arish Qutb (Mini Deus)
🥈 2nd Overall — Faidzal Alang / Zamri Muhamat
🥉 3rd Overall — Ibrahim Saladin / Shazwan Akif (Subaru WRX)

Massive respect to the organizers and X-One Motorsports for another high-octane chapter in Malaysian rallying.

Cars evolve. Technology changes.
Passion remains eternal.

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Sepang, Malaysia – The Rally of Sepang, held in conjunction with the Malaysia Festival of Speed 2025, brought not only high-octane action but also a strong focus on safety with the presence of the Zero Car.

For this edition, the 0 Car was driven by Mr. Shah Bandi with co-driver Haji Suhaimi Saiko, both experienced rally figures trusted with the important task of ensuring the stage was ready for competition.

Known as the final course-opening vehicle, the 0 Car runs through the rally stage moments before the first competitor begins. Its role is crucial – simulating competition pace to confirm that the route is clear, marshals are ready, and spectators are safely positioned.

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Together with the 00 and 000 Cars, which pass earlier to carry out preliminary checks, the Zero Car forms a vital safety system in rally racing. Only after it completes its run and gives the green light does the rally officially begin.

At Sepang, the presence of the Zero Car – and the professionalism of Mr. Shah Bandi and Haji Suhaimi Saiko – underscored the strict safety protocols that make rallying not just thrilling, but also well-managed for all involved.

The JR Speed Sucimuci x F Tuned team delivered a solid performance at the Malaysian Rally Championship 2025 – Rally of Jempol, showcasing the strength of local engineering, talent, and determination.

Running two Proton Iriz models, both equipped with F Tuned Suspension and built with local products, parts, and manpower. The team proved that Malaysian innovation can compete with the best.

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In the Open and 4WD Classes, Rellik Niezarm and co-driver Shahrol Zainal, driving the Proton Iriz 4WD 1.6 Turbo, finished 4th in both categories, demonstrating consistent pace and control across challenging stages.

Meanwhile, the Proton Iriz 1.3, Nazatul Shima Mamat with co-driver Nur Arsyad Nik Ahazzied, brought home a 1st place finish in the Ladies Class and an impressive 2nd place in the M1 Class, underlining the competitiveness of the team’s setup and the growing presence of women in motorsports.

This result reinforces JR Speed Sucimuci’s commitment to growing local motorsport talent and supporting Malaysian-made performance solutions through its partnership with F Tuned Racing.

Malaysia Boleh – and we’re just getting started.

The roar of engines and clouds of dust marked the thrilling return of national rallying at Rally of Jempol 2025, held from 2–3 August in Bandar Seri Jempol, Negeri Sembilan. As the opening round of the MAM Malaysian Rally Championship, the event reignited the motorsports spirit after after a long hiatus since 2018.

Organized by Millennium Motorsports Adventures Club (MMAC) and sanctioned by the Motorsports Association of Malaysia (MAM), the rally brought together top-tier drivers, rising local talent, and passionate fans.

The route featured challenging stages across Felda Raja Alias and Felda Serting Hilir, though some were cancelled due to deteriorating track conditions, streamlining competition to only viable routes.

🏆 Top Finishers:

• 1st Overall: Karamjit Singh & Daveender Singh (Proton Gen2 4WD)
• 2nd Overall: Sutan Mustaffa Salihin & Kamarul Anuar (Subaru Impreza WRX)
• 3rd Overall: Muhammad Ikhsan & Yie Sing Teh (Proton Satria 1.6)

The next stop for the championship is Sepang, set for 16–17 August as part of the Malaysia Festival of Speed. Legends returned, new stars emerged, and Malaysian rallying is officially back on track.