Kickoff of the Carnival
With a tremendous turnout and excitement from automotive enthusiasts and motorsport fans, the Saudi International Car Carnival (Autoville) officially kicked off yesterday. This is the largest interactive automotive event in the Middle East, organized by the General Authority for Exhibitions and Conferences, running until Friday, January 14, 2022, at the Dirab Circuit in Riyadh.
Event Zones
Car lovers and enthusiasts will enjoy an action-packed experience across seven main zones, which include:
- Live Adventure Zone
- Advanced Vehicle Exhibition "OEM"
- Rare Cars Gathering
- Buggy Storm
- Viral Music
- Robots
- Car Club Exhibition
These zones cover an area of 1.7 million square meters, allowing attendees to share the excitement with art stars and automotive showcases through car displays, driving experiences, and unique speed tests catering to all ages. The nights of the international carnival will feature performances by prominent Arab and international artists.
Ministry of Health Participation
The Ministry of Health, represented by the General Directorate of Health Affairs in Riyadh, is participating in the international carnival with a dedicated team ready to provide booster shots to eligible individuals. They will also raise awareness about preventive measures against COVID-19 among attendees, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Official Statements
Amjad bin Issam Shakir, the acting CEO of the General Authority for Exhibitions and Conferences, expressed his happiness at the launch of Autoville, which opens unprecedented horizons for the exhibition, conference, and entertainment sectors in the Kingdom. The authority has ensured the event is presented appropriately and has provided all necessary resources to bring this pioneering festival to life.
Shakir confirmed that Autoville enhances governmental efforts to support the tourism and exhibition sectors through public showcases of cars and motorcycles, along with awareness and promotional displays that will attract experts, enthusiasts, and the general public, featuring over 100 prestigious global brands in the automotive industry.
A Valuable Addition to the Exhibition Sector
Shakir explained that Autoville represents a valuable addition to the Saudi exhibitions and conferences sector, successfully attracting many major investors in exhibitions, festivals, and automotive accessories. It supports the local hospitality and accommodation sectors while positively impacting retail, tourism, and entertainment revenues, elevating Riyadh's status among the world's top cities in line with the ambitious goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
Special Events for Car Enthusiasts
Car enthusiasts can participate in special events at Autoville, including:
- Drift School Lessons with Chelsea DeNofa
- Professional Driving Course with Team RTR
- Tokyo Drift Experience
- Suzuki Swift Track Experience
These events provide an opportunity for the public to accompany motorsport celebrities to experience thrilling action scenes that are typically only seen in films and television shows.
Rally Stars and Motor Shows
Autoville features several rally stars and motor show personalities, including Saudi driver Abdulhadi Al-Qahtani, a two-time Guinness World Record holder in drift racing, along with global motorsport celebrities: Ken Block, Vaughn Gittin Jr., Remi Bizouard, and many others. The management of Autoville has officially begun selling tickets for the international carnival events through the carnival's website www.autoville.me.
Supporting the Automotive Festival Industry
The Saudi International Car Carnival Autoville aims to support the automotive festival industry in the Kingdom, contributing to enhancing Saudi Arabia's global standing in this sector and promoting local tourism, backed by successful partners from relevant governmental entities.
