TMP opens 2024 Toyota Gazoo Racing Academy

The class of the 2024 Toyota Gazoo Racing Academy (TGRA) Philippines has been opened.

In a statement, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) shared that the Academy (then known as Toyota Gazoo Racing School) is a “training ground for both aspiring and experienced racers.”

Per the leading automotive distributor in the country, more than 30 participants took part in the course  held last June 29 at the Clark International Speedway that include sim racers who want to move to actual racing and fans who wanted to experience the thrill for themselves.

“For aspiring racers, the TGRA is a gateway to achieving their dreams,” TMP Vice President for Marketing Services Elvin Luciano said.

“Our mission with the TGRA is to provide a starting point for anyone who wants to try their hand at racing. We’re thrilled to know some even go on to pursue professional careers in the sport after graduating from the TGRA,” he added.

The first part of the course is about racing basics. Instructors taught the students on the flags used during a competition, braking points on the track, and racing etiquette. For the second part, they were able to apply the teachings through a slalom activity. The lessons concluded with a ‘follow the leader’ activity where students drove around the track behind a pace car.

Since 2014, the TGRA has been producing skilled racers who have participated in various local racing events, including TMP’s own racing series, the TGR Vios Cup (now renamed as the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup).

The TGRA is brought by Petron and GT Radial, in cooperation with Seiko. It is also supported by Toyota Financial Services Philippines, myToyota Wallet, Denso, AVT, 3M, Tuason Racing, OMP, Rota, and Kinto One.

Meanwhile, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup is set for July 13. “Race towards the ultimate test of endurance in every leg. The Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippine Cup 2024,” TGR PH noted in a recent social media post.

Photos from Toyota Motor Philippines

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