Australia is about to be showcased in a thrilling new light! The highly anticipated trailer for Gymkhana Australia has dropped, and it's got everyone talking. But this time, it's not just about the stunts; it's also about the car. Prepare to be amazed by Travis Pastrana's custom-built Subaru Brat, a true masterpiece on four wheels.
The upcoming Gymkhana video, titled 'Aussie Shred', is set to take viewers on an adrenaline-fueled journey through the Land Down Under. This marks the series' first official visit to Australia, after a failed attempt in 2016 due to strict anti-hoon laws in New South Wales. But now, with local authorities on board, Pastrana is ready to tear up the streets and leave a trail of tire smoke in his wake.
The trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse of the action, showcasing three iconic Australian locations: Sydney, Mount Panorama in Bathurst, and Broken Hill. But here's where it gets controversial—the star of the show is not just Pastrana, but his souped-up Subaru Brataroo 9500 Turbo. This beast of a car is a modified first-generation Brat ute, known as Brumby in Australia, and it's been transformed into a high-performance machine.
The build details are impressive. Under the hood, you'll find a turbocharged 2.0-liter flat-four boxer engine, churning out a staggering 500kW of power and 922Nm of torque. But that's not all—the Brataroo boasts an all-wheel-drive system and a Rallycross-derived Sadev six-speed sequential transmission, ensuring lightning-fast gear changes. And let's not forget the bespoke carbon fiber body, adorned with a livery that pays homage to Australia's red dust and kangaroos, designed by the renowned Khyzyl Saleem.
One of the most intriguing features is the active aerodynamics. The front wheel-arch vents and rear wings can adjust to provide varying levels of downforce, which is sure to come in handy for Pastrana's signature airborne maneuvers. This level of customization adds a unique twist to the already action-packed Gymkhana series.
'Aussie Shred' will be the second Gymkhana video featuring Pastrana since the tragic passing of series creator Ken Block in 2023. Block's legacy lives on through these videos, with 10 official Gymkhana installments and two additional Audi-related films, one released posthumously.
Get ready for an epic adventure with Travis Pastrana and his Subaru Brataroo as they take on Australia in style. Will this be the most jaw-dropping Gymkhana video yet? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below!
