RUBiS Energy East Africa Group CEO and Managing Director, Mr. Jean-Christian Bergeron (2nd right) with Rubis Energy Kenya Specialties Manager, Head of Sales Department, Kenneth Koskei (right) congratulates the Kenyan rally drivers, Jasmeet Chana and his navigator Ravi Chana. Photo: Courtesy
RUBiS Energy Kenya hosted Jasmeet Chana and Ravi Chana to congratulate them on their win as the overall Kenya National Rally Championship 2023 winners. The rally drivers are leading on top of the Kenyan charts with 196 points with two events to spare slated in November and December 2023 respectively.
The wining of the overall Kenya National Rally Championship confirms the brothers as one of a few Kenyan drivers who have won all categories of the KNRC from Division 3, 2WD, Group N and Group S.
Jasmeet Chana commented, “Our journey with RUBiS Energy Kenya started during this year’s World Rally Championship in Kenya and it has been the biggest boost in my driving career. This is the first corporate sponsorship received and it has made a big difference and we can all see the result by the winning of the overall title. Winning the Kenyan Rally Championship is a cherry on top as now together with my brother, we have won every championship category in the Kenya National Rally Championship.”
He added, “I believe this is the start of great things having won the championship with two events to spare. This has been made possible with a supportive partner like RUBiS Energy Kenya who inspired us to achieve greater things. For 2024, we are looking to upgrade to a rally two car which we hope we should be driving during the World Rally Championship.”
The Kenyan National Rally Championship events were held in Emali, Athi river, World Rally Championship in Naivasha, Eldoret, Nakuru and Kajiado.
The rest of the events to be competed will be done in Elementaita – Naivasha and Athi River respectively.
Speaking during the event, RUBiS Energy East Africa Group CEO and Managing Director, Mr. Jean-Christian Bergeron, shared his enthusiasm for the win and the partnership with the drivers. He stated “Winning the championship while being supported by RUBiS Energy Kenya flag is a wonderful achievement. We will continue supporting the Kenyan duo to achieve even greater things next year. The win is a testament of what the RUBiS family holds dear, which is hard work, determination and having the grit to succeed. We are extremely proud to be associated with these talented individuals.”
In addition to their support for local talent, RUBiS Energy Kenya recently entered a strategic partnership with Castrol, further emphasizing their dedication to providing the highest quality engine lubricant products. This collaboration strengthens RUBiS’ commitment to delivering exceptional performance and durability to motorsport enthusiasts.
By sponsoring local drivers, RUBiS Energy Kenya aims to showcase the immense talent and capabilities of Kenyan racers and reflect its commitment to supporting local talent and promoting motorsport in Kenya.
