Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Toyota Motor Sports Academy?

• The purpose of this Academy is to engage with the automotive and off-road communities in the UAE with a thrilling program of trials, exercises, and off-road training, designed to discover an upcoming off-road driving talent in the country.

2. How long is Toyota Motor sports Academy?

• The Academy will commence from 28^th of January – 1^st of April. 

3. Do I need my own car to enter?

• No, Al-Futtaim Toyota will provide you with all cars required to enter. 

4. Who are the instructors? 

• We’re providing professional instructors that have extensive experience in off-roading. 

5. Do I need to pay anything to enter?

• No, entry is free of charge.

6. What are the qualification criteria to enter the Academy?

• Valid UAE driver’s license. 
• Medically fit and free of contagious diseases. 

7. Is there age restriction on entering the Academy?

• Yes, you need to be 18+ with a valid UAE driver’s license.

8.What is the winning prize?

• Become the Toyota UAE GR Ambassador (1 year) 
• Driving a Toyota GR vehicle for a year. 
• An all-expenses paid trip to a global racing event that Toyota is competing in. 
• A chance to participate in the FIA Cross Country Challenge

9. Which days will I be required to be at the Academy?

• Stage 1 Recruitment: will commence from 28th of January to18th of February and the constant will be required to come-in for 1 day during a weekend as per the agreed time slot that you’ll be assigned.
• Stage 2 Development: will commence from 19th of February to 24th of March, during this period the successful contestants will  have the option to attend daily to get coached on (Media/Endurance/Driving skills)
• If you’re successful in advancing from recruitment stage we’ll share the full calendar with you.

10. Will I be driving in the morning in Ramadan?

• During Ramadan the sessions will take place after Iftar.

11. Where is the location of the Toyota Motor Sports Academy?

• Emirates Motorplex arena in Umm AL Quwain 
• Location link: https://goo.gl/maps/V9YbLYjPBEE1Hqar8

12. Will there be transportation in case I don’t want to use my car?

• No, you need to arrange your own transportation to and from the venue

13. Is there an E-mail that I can send my enquires to? 

• afm.tgruae@alfuttaim.com