The first Abu Dhabi Engine Week is on and as part of it are the International Motor Show Abu Dhabi and the Custom Show Emirates. The show offers a treat for all those passionate about custom cars, classic cars, one-0f-a-kind from famous collections, desert adventurers, hobby car gamers and more. Watch out for the world’s first slingshot with Pagani Zonda facelift, a 1976 Range Rover used for Falconry from the fleet of H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, a Ford from 1919 propped against a fuel station, a kid’s garage where children can get their face painted or paint their names on a classic car… well you are only getting started!
Custom Show Emirates – what not to miss
Custom Show Emirates is in its 5th edition while the International Motor Show Abu Dhabi is in its the 4th and are held alongside each other from 28th to 30th March 2019 at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi, offering a convenient double for the enthusiasts.
Spread across 47,000 sqm. of indoor & outdoor space, Custom Show Emirates has put together adrenaline-spiking shows of the latest in auto customization products and services. 110 local and 70 international exhibitors are here from 17 countries, including USA, Italy, Switzerland, Russia, China, New Zealand, India, Japan and many GCC countries. Over 30,000 enthusiasts are expected to be here to enjoy 20 onsite ‘action-packed’ activities – 4×4 and Saloon Drifting, Stunt Driving, Custom Cars & Bikes Competition, Engines Battle, Bikers Build-Off, Dyno Zone, Wheelie Machine, King of Mechanics, Kids Garage and – the list is a feast for car lovers and tuning freaks. Happily enough, budding buddies haven’t been left out!
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The show will also feature a dedicated area for custom sand vehicles, which is a hot favorite among the local community. There will have considerable presence of custom bike builders from Italy, Switzerland and Germany with more than 100 unique bikes on display.
‘’It is our honor to be part of the first Abu Dhabi Engine Week, which will be an international annual event featuring Custom Show Emirates, International Motorshow Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge and FIA World Rally Cross Championship over a period of 10 adrenaline filled days to give tourists and residents an exhilarating motoring themed experience.’’ – Saeed Al Marzouqui, CEO, Custom Events, UAE.
‘’Funco Motorsports is excited to come back such a dynamic event. The growth since we displayed is 2017 is amazing. Custom Show Emirates is a first class show that allows us to reach a broad range of motorsports enthusiast throughout the Gulf Region.’’ – Grant George, Owner, Funco Motorsports, USA.
‘’Back for the 5th year in a row, Specialized Sports Equipment, part of the Abdulla Al Masaood & Sons Group, will this year showcase the highly anticipated Indian Motorcycle FTR 1200 S for the first time in the Middle-East. The latest Polaris Off-Road Vehicles and Slingshot models will also be displayed.’’ – Karim Kassoul, General Manager, Specialized Sports Equipment, UAE.
International Motor Show in Abu Dhabi
Regional launches and latest models make IMSAD the destination for car buyers and those who simply like window shopping. For buyers, there are exclusive ‘imsad-only’ offers and special discounts, customized payment plans, special bank and insurance rates, all on the show floor. Some of the featured exhibitors include Chevrolet, GMC, MG, Subaru, Jeep, Zotye, Mitsubishi, Yas Marina Circuit and Abu Dhabi Police.
Automotive dealers have geared up to make it worth the visitors time – like the Chevrolet dealership who promises great deals. ‘We will be launching the youth-oriented sport SUV ‘The Blazer’ and the legendary ‘2019 Silverado’ for the first time in Abu Dhabi. Also, we will be unveiling the new 2019 Camaro and 2019 Malibu.’’ – Vishal Nair, Marketing Support Manager, Bin Hamoodah Automotive, UAE.
Engines Battle sponsors include: Platinum sponsors; HP Tuners. Gold sponsors; Bin Hamoodah Automotive, Chevrolet, Comp Cams, Corsa Performance, Edelbrock, Magnuson, Manley & Top Speed. Silver Sponsors; AFE Power, ACL, ARP, Arwani, Fast, Kooks, Lucas, Precision Turbo & Engine, Mcleod Racing & Volant Performance.
WHAT: Custom Show Emirates & International Motorshow Abu Dhabi
WHEN: 28-30 March 2019, 10 AM – 10 PM
WHERE: ADNEC, Abu Dhabi, UAE
HOW MUCH: Tickets are priced at 55 AED – available through the event website link or directly at the venue. http://customshowemirates.com/
