Rally driver in the United States, lover of extreme sports and creator of the so-called rally Gymkhanas (circuits with obstacles and difficulties where he tests his skills in rally and drift driving), Block was known worldwide for the gymkhanas.
ENGINE Gin teammate and rally legend DeKen Block passed away in a snowmobile accident at the age of 55. ENGINE, the 100% organic distilled dry gin made in Italy, was only announced as Block’s official spirits sponsor in December.
“It is with our deepest regrets that we can confirm that Ken Block passed away in a snowmobile accident today. Ken was a visionary, a pioneer and an icon. And most importantly, a father and husband. He will be incredibly missed,” Block’s team, Hoonigan Racing, said in an Instagram post.
