Mumbai: In a bold fusion of adrenaline-pumping sports and cutting-edge automotive engineering, Volkswagen India has teamed up with Red Bull to pull off a spectacle that left onlookers in awe. Dominik Hernler, a renowned wakeboarder from Austria, executed a historic feat by soaring over five traditional snake boats in the breathtaking backwaters of Kerala, propelled by the Volkswagen Taigun GT Plus Sport.
This unprecedented event, blending the ancient tradition of snake boat racing with high-octane wakeboarding stunts, showcased both Hernler’s unparalleled athleticism and the Taigun’s superior performance. As the powerful SUV accelerated through challenging terrains, it underscored the vehicle’s hallmark strengths—precision handling, torque, and agility—providing the perfect conditions for Hernler’s daring stunts.
Abbey Thomas, Head of Marketing & PR at Volkswagen Passenger Cars India, commented, “Volkswagen has always embraced sports that align with our core values of speed, agility, and control. Partnering with Red Bull and Dominik Hernler for such a unique and exhilarating event perfectly complements the Taigun GT Plus Sport’s dynamic capabilities.”
Hernler’s leap over the five snake boats—a symbol of Kerala’s rich cultural heritage—marked a historic moment in wakeboarding, with the Taigun’s role central to the achievement. The collaboration celebrated not just athletic excellence but the union of adventure and tradition, brought to life by the synergy of man and machine.
This partnership between Volkswagen India and Red Bull represents a thrilling new chapter in the world of extreme sports, while also reinforcing Volkswagen’s reputation for performance-driven vehicles capable of navigating any challenge with finesse and power.
