Sean Gelael Shares His Racing Experiences at GIIAS 2026, Reveals Key Performance Factors for Racing Drivers.

Indonesian racer Sean Gelael was one of the main attractions at the GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2026 held at ICE BSD City, Tangerang. During an interactive session with visitors, Sean shared his experiences built throughout his career competing across various international racing championships.

Drawing from experience on race circuits worldwide, including the Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit, Sean explained that motorsport does not only rely on raw speed. It equally requires full physical and mental readiness, along with a deep, detailed understanding of the specific characteristics of the vehicle being driven.

"These experiences have given me invaluable lessons about physical endurance, how to prepare for high-pressure situations, and just how critical it is to properly understand your vehicle's character," Sean stated in his official remarks.

Sean highlighted the vital role of technical factors that determine on-track performance. Per his explanation, proper fuel selection is a non-negotiable factor, not just for professional racers but also for everyday private vehicle users.

"Pertamax Turbo is built for performance. As a racer, I know every vehicle needs the correct fuel to maintain its full optimal performance. The core message we want to share here is to always use fuel that matches your vehicle's official manufacturer recommendation," Sean clarified.

Sean's appearance received an overwhelmingly warm welcome from event attendees, including automotive community members who used this rare opportunity to hold direct discussions about professional racing and modern vehicle technology.

"It's such a pleasure to meet and interact directly with Sean Gelael. He is very friendly and approachable. The MyPertamina booth also looks really clean, elegant, and great," said Jo Turangan, representative from the W211 Mercedes-Benz Community Indonesia.
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Kitty Andhora, VP Corporate Communication of Pertamina Patra Niaga, explained that the "Hang Out At The Booth With Sean Gelael" program was created as a way to connect the general public closer to the automotive world through the figure of an established professional racing driver.

Beyond introducing Pertamina product lines, this event was also designed as part of wider efforts to deliver both educational content and entertainment for all GIIAS 2026 visitors.

"GIIAS is Indonesia's largest automotive exhibition, bringing together every part of the industry, enthusiast communities, and the general public. Through this program with Sean, we are providing an interactive experience for visitors to learn about Pertamina products while enjoying all the activities hosted at the MyPertamina booth," Kitty added.