Saudi Motorsport: Tour Inspires Jeddah Youth

Sherif Atef February 20, 2024

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The Saudi Motorsport Co. (SMC), the driving force behind the 2024 Formula 1 stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, has launched an exhilarating educational initiative titled “Truck of the Future.” This campaign aims to introduce Jeddah’s students to the dynamic world of motorsports.

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Motivation and Goals for Saudi Arabia’s Emerging Role in Global Motorsports

Raising Awareness: The SMC recognizes the immense potential of motorsports in creating awareness about diverse career opportunities.
Global Hub for Motorsports: KSA is rapidly emerging as a global hub for motorsports, and this initiative seeks to highlight its significance.
Inspiring Youth: Prince Khalid bin Sultan Al-Abdullah Al-Faisal, chairman of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation and SMC, aims to inspire the Kingdom’s youth by emphasizing the value of teamwork.

How is Saudi Arabia transforming its role in global motorsports?

Major Events: Hosting prestigious motorsport events like Formula 1, Formula E, the Dakar Rally, and additionally, the Extreme E series in the KSA exposes young Saudis to exciting career paths they may not have previously considered.
Career Opportunities: Through school and university visits, students will learn about various career opportunities within the motorsports industry.

How Does the “Truck of the Future” Tour Introduce KSA’s Students to Motorsports?

STEM Focus: The educational truck will provide information on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics related to future technology, sustainability, and innovation.
Interactive Learning: Visitors can engage in interactive displays and hands-on activities, fostering a love for professional motorsports.

Values and Impact

Project leaders aim to instill values of sportsmanship, competition, teamwork, and safety among students.
These values are essential for students to develop their social and emotional skills, as well as their academic and professional potential. Therefore, the project leaders aim to instill them through the educational tour.
Through the educational tour, students learn how to cooperate with others, respect diversity, overcome challenges, and follow rules.
Target Audience: Over 2,000 students in Jeddah will benefit from this enlightening campaign.