After opening an important new chapter in the motorsports heritage of Toyota by launching the UAE’s first Toyota Motorsport Academy, Al-Futtaim Toyota have now reached a new milestone by launching the UAE’s first home-grown motorsports reality TV show with the Toyota Motorsport Academy to be streamed on Shahid, the region’s biggest Arabic-language streaming platform.
Throughout Ramadan, audiences in the UAE can now sit back on their couch and catch all the high-octane thrills from the UAE’s first motorsport academy with weekly episodes. The first of the nine episodes will air on Tuesday, 4th April, with the finale spread over two episodes going live at the end of May 2023.
Across the nine episodes, audiences can expect a range of motorsport emotions, right from the hardcore try-outs to the intense off-road training and the finals.
See all the heart-racing action and drama from Al-Futtaim Toyota’s hunt to discover the next big talent in the UAE, where 150 participants were put through driving, media, and fitness challenges in a bid to win the coveted crown of the Al-Futtaim Toyota Gazoo Racing Off-Road Ambassador for 2023.
The programme initially received an incredible 1200 applications, shortlisted to the top 150 with participation from 13 different nationalities, with a strong showing from UAE nationals and women racers – a remarkable achievement for the 2023 edition of the Academy.
Episode 1: Auditions 1 4.4.2023
Episode 2: Auditions 2 11.4.2023
Episode 3: Auditions 3 18.4.2023
Episode 4: Auditions 4 25.4.2023
Episode 5: Top 24 2.5.2023
Episode 6: Top 16 9.5.2023
Episode 7: Top 8 16.5.2023
Episode 8: Finale pt.1 23.5.2023
Episode 9: Finale pt.2 30.5.2023
Globally Toyota has an illustrious motorsport history spanning five decades of successful participations in the World Rally Championship, Formula One, FIA Cross Country World Cup and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. From the championship-winning Toyota Yaris GR WRC to the Toyota Hilux that has enjoyed huge success in the Dakar Rally, Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge and the Dubai Baja, Toyota vehicles have championed the spirit of motorsport at the highest level, both on and off the road.
The Toyota Motorsport Academy continues this proud tradition by offering the UAE’s motorsport community a chance to hone their skills and become serious contenders within the arena.
On the final episode on May 9th, the winner will be revealed as the Toyota UAE Gazoo Racing Ambassador for the year 2023, taking the keys to their mighty Toyota Hilux GR S high-performance off-road pickup to drive for one year. They will also enjoy an all-expenses-paid trip to a global racing event where Toyota is competing, and a once-in-a-lifetime chance to participate in the FIA Cross Country Challenge!
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Amalgam Collection has today revealed that they have started development of a Limited Edition of 1:18 scale models perfectly replicating the unique Ferrari 812 Competizione Tailor Made that sold at auction for $5.1m in New York, last October. Limited to 250 pieces, this special Art Car edition is a celebration of the passion and artistry of Ferrari Centro Stile, and will become a much sought-after collectable, especially appealing to Ferrari’s most ardent followers who also appreciate art and design. The creative team at Amalgam anticipate that the edition of models will be completed by their artisans in Autumn 2024. Currently, models in this exceptional edition are only available to pre-order directly from Amalgam Collection.
The new Limited Edition of 250 1:18 scale models follows in the footsteps of the creation by Amalgam of a unique 1:8 scale model last year. The handcrafted 1:8 model was donated by Amalgam Collection and raised significant funding for the Ferrari Foundation, alongside the real car that fetched $5.1 million USD.
Using the original CAD data supplied by Ferrari Centro Stile, Amalgam’s artisans have been able to perfectly recreate the form and every refined detail of the livery of the unique 812 Competizione Tailor Made. The model only received the approval of Chief Design Officer Flavio Manzoni and his design team once they were fully satisfied with its accuracy of representation.
Sandy Copeman, Founder of Amalgam Collection, commented: “While our models are often described as works of art, and are indeed artistic in their creation, in truth, since they deliver the essence of the cars they represent, ultimately the beauty of our models is dependent on the beauty of the car they capture. In this instance, there is no question that both the car and models are art.”
As the anticipation for a new season in motor sports builds, BMW M Motorsport and renowned toymaker LEGO® have joined forces to bring an exciting new model set to racing enthusiasts of all ages. The collaboration has resulted in a meticulously crafted LEGO® Speed Champions set, featuring two iconic BMW M Motorsport racing cars – the BMW M Hybrid V8 and the BMW M4 GT3. With 676 pieces, this set promises an authentic build-and-play experience for collectors and the younger generation of motor sport fans aged nine and above.
The world’s finest model makers, Amalgam Collection, today announces a special Man and Machine edition perfectly capturing Bugatti legend Jean-Pierre Wimille and the Type 59 he raced at Spa-Francorchamps, in the Belgian Grand Prix, on 14th July 1935. This special edition at 1:8 scale is limited to just five model and figure pairings, three of which have already been purchased by distinguished collectors. The model can be ordered in pristine clean pre-race condition, or patinated to reflect the post-race dust and grime.
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