This drifting phenomenon is called “hajwalah,” or “tafheet,” and in parts of the Arab world, this is how some thrill-seeking teenagers get their fill. Only Here in Qatar Racing Club! #qatarracinglub #qatardriftchampionship #freestyledrifting #suvdrifting #hajwalah | Qatar Racing Club - Al Anabi Team .

This SUV drifting phenomenon is called “hajwalah,” or “tafheet,” and in parts of the Arab world, this is how some thrill-seeking teenagers get their fill. Only Here in Qatar Racing Club! #qatarracinglub #qatardriftchampionship #freestyledrifting #suvdrifting #hajwalah | Qatar Racing Club - Al Anabi Team .

Hajwalah (also known as tafheet) emerged in a scene with few racetracks and limited access to high-performance sports cars. So, young drivers turned ordinary sedans — like Camrys and Corollas — into high-speed drift machines, often hitting speeds over 200 km/h on public roads. One of the most extreme stunts, known as sidewall skiing, involves balancing SUVs like Land Cruisers on just two wheels. In some cases, passengers hang out of the vehicle — or even change tires mid-ride — all while the car