Roger Abi Haider (left) and Ammar Al Saadi at a press conference on the Qatar Motor Show, yesterday. (Salim Matramkot)
Doha: The Qatar Motor Show, under the theme ‘Stand Out from the Crowd’, will open its doors to the public on January 29 and will run for five days at the Doha Exhibition Centre. The event is hosted by the Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA), q.media Events and GL Events.
This year’s show promises to have many world and regional premieres of top cars. It will also showcase for the first time Arab world’s first locally-designed and manufactured luxury hyper car.
“Each year the Qatar Motor Show has put the country firmly on the global automobile industry map by showcasing the newest models and the latest industry developments, many for the first time ever, in Qatar,” said Acting Head of Exhibitions Organising of QTA Ammar Al Saadi.
“We have a sensational line-up this year of international car brands — some of which will be world premieres — alongside interesting side events taking place concurrently with the motor show”, he told a press conference yesterday.
Roger Abi Haidar, q.media Events General Manager, unveiled the logo of the 2013 Qatar Motor Show and spoke about what can be expected at the event.
“We believe that this concept is fitting for the Qatar Motor Show, a concept that bridges our heritage with the future,” said Haidar. “Two important elements were merged into one: The falcon, the symbol of our great State of Qatar, and a sports car, an obvious representation of the Qatar Motor Show itself. The merger combines tradition, power, and speed all into one, with the bright and glowing colours representing the very same effect that a car speeding through the night would have.
“Practically every car brand will unveil their latest models, some for the first time in the region, and others for the first time in the world. The Arab world’s first locally-designed and manufactured luxury hyper car will be showcased for the first time. Furthermore, we are very proud to host Bertone, a pillar in the exclusive prestigious automobile industry; a brand synonymous with innovation and luxury since 1912. As well as perfectly preserved vehicles from previous generations will be paraded together in the Class Car Show. Outdoors, visitors can enjoy watching experts drift their powerful cars, obstacle courses, and other sporting activities,” said Abi Haidar.
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