Tribhuvan Automotive Sports Club (TASC) is a coastal Karnataka motorsports club founded by local racing enthusiasts to promote competitive auto sports and safe driving in the Moodubidire region
Bedra Adventurous Club (BAC) is an adventure motorsports club in coastal Karnataka (Moodubidire) founded by local auto‑sport enthusiasts to complement TASC’s focus by expanding off-road, rally and endurance driving in the region.
AutoX Moodubidire 2026 concluded successfully at the Pancharatna Grounds, Moodubidire, delivering an electrifying display of speed, skill, and sportsmanship across both two-wheeler and four-wheeler categories. The event drew enthusiastic participation from racers across Karnataka and neighboring regions, reaffirming Moodubidire’s growing stature as a prominent grassroots motorsport destination.
Mangaluru: Tribhuvan Automobile Sports Club (TASC), Bedra Adventure Club (BAC), Moodubidire, JCI, Moodubidire and Indian Motor Sports Club (IMSC) will jointly organise “Autocross 15” and Auto expo, at Pancharatna grounds in Moodubidire on April 4 and 5.
Autocross, a racing competition for two and four-wheelers, will be held on April 4 and 5. The event, the 20th in the series, will be held at the Pancharatna grounds in Moodubidire, about 35 km from here.
A special motorsport gathering was held today Dec 08, 2025 in Moodubidire, featuring multiple highlights:
ಆಟೋಕ್ರಾಸ್ ಸ್ಪರ್ಧೆ ಆಟೋ-ಎಕ್ಸ್ 2026ರ ಅಧಿಕೃತ ಲೋಗೋವನ್ನು ಸಮಾರಂಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಅನಾವರಣಗೊಳಿಸಲಾಯಿತು.ಸ್ಪರ್ಧೆಯು ಜನವರಿ 3 ಮತ್ತು 4, 2026 ರಂದು ನಡೆಯಲಿದೆ ಎಂದು ಘೋಷಿಸಲಾಗಿದೆ.
Pancharatna Grounds,
Near Kallabettu Marigudi,
Mahaveer College Road,
Moodubidire, DK – IN
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AutoX Moodubidire 2026 concluded successfully at the Pancharatna Grounds, Moodubidire, delivering an electrifying display of speed, skill, and sportsmanship across both two-wheeler and four-wheeler categories. The event drew enthusiastic participation from racers across Karnataka and neighboring regions, reaffirming Moodubidire’s growing stature as a prominent grassroots motorsport destination.
One of the most inspiring highlights of AutoX Moodubidire 2026 was the participation of extremely young racers, which reflected the strong future of motorsports in the region. Syed Arsalan, a 4-year-old rider, Arsh Naik, aged 8 years, and Achintya, aged 11 years, took part in the event. Watching these young participants confidently take to the track was an amazing and emotional moment for spectators, organisers, and fellow racers alike, showcasing the passion for motorsports taking root at a very young age.
Tributes in Memory of Motorsport Legends
This year’s event carried deep emotional significance for the Moodubidire racing community. The Fastest Rider Award was presented in memory of Late Vincent Pinto, while the Fastest Driver Award was instituted in memory of Late Ranjith Ballal. Both Vincent Pinto and Ranjith Ballal were professional competitors in national and local rally events and were very close associates of Moodubidire Racing. Their dedication, discipline, and contribution to motorsports continue to inspire racers across generations.
Two Wheeler Prize Winners
In the two-wheeler segment, Arun T was crowned the Best Rider of AutoX Moodubidire 2026, delivering consistent performances across categories.
The 4-Year Kid Category was won by Syed Arsalan, whose participation drew widespread appreciation.
In the 2 Stroke category, Mohd Numan secured first place, followed by Deekshith in second place and Suraj J Kutti in third place.
The 4 Stroke category saw Arun T take first place, with Mohd Numan finishing second and Syed Aqib finishing third.
In the Royal Enfield category, Akash Aithal emerged as the winner, while Mohith and Chaitanya secured second and third places respectively.
The Scooter category was won by Uday, followed by Syed Danish in second place and Saurav Gowda in third place.
In the Star of Moodubidire two-wheeler category, Srinivas claimed first place, with Mayur Shetigar and Manohar BL finishing second and third.
The Kids Under 11 Years category was won by Achintya, whose confident performance stood out among young participants.
In the Indian Open two-wheeler category, Arun T secured first place, Mohd Numan finished second, and Deekshith claimed third place.
The D.K – Udupi category saw Santosh emerge victorious, followed by Deekshith in second place and Charan in third place.
In the Foreign Bike Class, Ishan Poojary secured first place, with Syed Danish finishing second.
The Novice category was dominated by Mohd Numan, while Musar Ahmed and Sheikh Aman finished second and third respectively.
Four Wheeler Prize Winners
In the Up to 800 CC category, MD Talha secured first place, followed by Rohan Bansal in second place and Srivatsa H in third place.
The Up to 1200 CC category was won by Syed Salman, while Faiz Ahmed and Chiranth Jain shared second place, and Chiranth Mudalamba finished third.
In the Up to 1400 CC category, Syed Salman once again emerged victorious, with Rishab BK finishing second and Poornesh finishing third.
The Up to 1650 CC category saw Syed Salman secure first place, followed by Azim in second place and Mohammed Sahil in third place.
In the Indian Open four-wheeler category, Azim claimed first place, while Mohammed Zeeshan and Mohammed Sahil finished second and third respectively.
The Diesel Open category was won by Fazeel Ahmed, with Pradeep in second place and Sanjeeth Jain in third place.
In the SUV Open category, Pradeep emerged as the winner, followed by Mohammed Nizar and Prashanth BK.
The Stock Open category saw Rishab BK claim first place, while Poornesh and Fazeel Ahmed finished second and third.
The Gypsy category was won by Ashwin Das.
In the Amateur category, Chiranth Jain secured first place, followed by Azim and Abdul Salam.
The Ladies category was won by Mehbooba Nazeer, with Anisha Sadhana and Ramya Ashwin Naik finishing second and third.
In the Star of Moodubidire four-wheeler category, Fazeel Ahmed secured first place, followed by Pradeep and Fahad Shaikh.
The Fastest Driver of AutoX Moodubidire 2026 was Syed Salman, whose performance stood out across categories.
Valedictory Ceremony
The valedictory function and prize distribution ceremony was held at the race venue, Pancharatna Grounds, Moodubidire. The event was graced by distinguished guests including Shri Abhay Chandra Jain, Ex–Minister of State, Karnataka, and Shri Thimmayi Shetty of the Pancharatna Group.
Representatives from TASC, including Shri Kuldeep M Jain, Mr Mahendra Verma, Abhijeeth M, Pratap Kumar, Arif, Arshad, Rizwan, Imran, Fahad, Gafoor, and Shamil, were also present.
Other dignitaries included Musa Sherif, Ashwin Naik, and Shri Akshay K Jain of BAC.
The presence of the family members of Late Vincent Pinto and Late Ranjith Ballal added a deeply respectful and emotional dimension to the ceremony, honoring the legacy of the two motorsport legends.
The event was hosted by Chengappa AD, Founder of Aadyaa Communications, who acknowledged the racers, organisers, volunteers, sponsors, and supporters for their collective effort in making AutoX Moodubidire 2026 a grand success.