Al Masaood Automobiles, the exclusive distributor for Nissan vehicles in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Western Region, is supporting the premier of the highly anticipated Gran Turismo movie in the UAE capital through an exclusive invitation to engage fans and automotive enthusiasts, allowing them to be part of the Gran Turismo experience.
Set to hit theatres in Abu Dhabi on August 10, Gran Turismo, a film produced by Sony Pictures Entertainment, spotlights Nissan’s GT Academy, which is part of the brand’s rich racing heritage. Showcasing Nissan’s long-standing racing heritage and DNA, the film takes viewers on a journey highlighting the fusion of virtual and real-world racing that the Nissan GT Academy introduced.
Bachir Gemayel, Sales & Marketing Director, Al Masaood Automobiles, said: “As the exclusive distributor for Nissan in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Western Region, Al Masaood Automobiles is excited to celebrate Nissan’s racing legacy through the Gran Turismo film. Nissan has a long-standing motorsports heritage, and it’s great to share the exhilaration and adrenaline rush with the Abu Dhabi community, showcasing Nissan’s commitment to innovation and performance.”
Nissan GT Academy
Nissan introduced its GT Academy in 2008, bringing in a unique competition that turned gamers into professional motorsport race drivers. According to the Japanese auto giant, “this partnership with Gran Turismo challenged traditional perceptions of what it takes to be a driver and opened doors for aspiring talents globally”.
To date, the GT Academy initiative has produced 22 professional racing drivers, the company said, making it important in Nissan’s racing heritage.
As Nissan continues its motorsports legacy, the company said that through the Gran Turismo movie, it aims to take viewers “on a wild ride, showcasing the exhilarating mix of virtual and real-world racing that the Nissan GT Academy introduced, and left a legacy on the racing world”.
