The Evolution of Auto Gymkhana: A 20-Year Journey
Get ready for an exciting ride as we delve into the world of grassroots motor sports and celebrate a significant milestone! The Chinese Taipei Motor Sports Association (CTMSA) is marking two decades of international gymkhana development, and it's a story that deserves to be told.
In 2005, an event took place that would shape the future of motor sports in Asia. The first-ever internationally recognized Auto Gymkhana event was held on November 12-13, and it was a groundbreaking moment. Ten regional ASN teams came together, setting the stage for gymkhana to evolve into an exciting and inclusive discipline.
But here's where it gets controversial... or at least, where opinions might differ. Some might argue that gymkhana has always been about accessibility and safety, but the CTMSA and the Asia Gymkhana Working Group, led by Dr. Kwong Wing Yeung, have taken this philosophy to new heights. With a focus on making motor sports affordable and accessible, Auto Gymkhana has become a gateway for aspiring drivers and enthusiasts across Asia.
And this is the part most people miss: the impact of gymkhana on the international stage. In 2025, the Asia Auto Gymkhana Championship (AAGC) expanded to five rounds, welcoming over twenty ASN teams from the Asia-Pacific region. This expansion is a testament to the FIA's mission to double motor sport participation globally, and gymkhana is playing a crucial role in achieving that goal.
Dr. Kwong Wing Yeung, the visionary behind the Asia Gymkhana Working Group, shared his thoughts on this 20-year journey:
"As we celebrate this milestone, we're not just looking back; we're looking forward to the next chapter. It's time to take gymkhana beyond Asia and introduce this amazing motor sport discipline to communities worldwide."
So, as Round 4 of the 2025 Asia Auto Gymkhana Championship gears up in Taiwan from November 22-23, 2025, we can't help but wonder: What impact will this have on the global motor sports scene? And how will this expansion shape the future of gymkhana?
Join the conversation! Do you think gymkhana has the potential to unite diverse communities through motor sports? Or is there another discipline that you believe will take center stage in the future? Let us know in the comments!
