2024 marks the first year of a thrilling collaboration between two renowned auto racing competitions in Vietnam: PVOIL VOC 2024 and PVOIL VGC 2024. Held together at the Vietnam Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village in Dong Mo, Hanoi, this year’s Dong Mo Racing Festival promises not just intense battles of strength and endurance on the off-road tracks but also captivating displays of on-road driving skills.
Spanning three days, from November 1st to 3rd, the Vietnam Off-Road Racing Cup PVOIL Cup 2024 (PVOIL VOC 2024) is an action-packed event.
Witness the nation’s top drivers push their skills to the limit at the two-day National Auto Gymkhana Championship PVOIL Cup 2024 (PVOIL VGC 2024) on November 1st and 2nd.
A bird’s-eye view of the challenging race track
With an expanded scale and additional competition categories, this year’s event promises a thrilling atmosphere, captivating performances, and an engaging experience for speed enthusiasts nationwide.
The official prize pool for both races has been announced, and it’s impressive:
But that’s not all. There are also several other prizes up for grabs:
1. Gymkhana Enthusiast Awards:
– 1st Place: 5,000,000 VND
– 2nd Place: 3,000,000 VND
– 3rd Place: 2,000,000 VND
2. Special awards from Ford Vietnam for the best-performing athletes using Ford vehicles:
– Basic Category: 15,000,000 VND
– Advanced Pickup Category: 15,000,000 VND
– Minigame Contest for the best photo of Ford vehicles: 30,000,000 VND (Detailed rules will be announced on the official communication channels of the tournament)
A Unique Opportunity for Racing Enthusiasts
One of the most exciting aspects of this year’s event is that racing enthusiasts won’t just be spectators; they can also experience the thrill of racing themselves. At the National Auto Gymkhana Championship PVOIL Cup 2024, in addition to the professional race track, there will be a dedicated area for registered guests to test their driving skills on challenging courses.
Furthermore, six car brands will showcase their latest models, and the organizers have designed five test tracks for guests to experience these vehicles firsthand. Ford (Ranger Raptor, Ranger Stomtrak, and Ranger Wildtrak), Toyota (Hilux), Isuzu (D-Max and SUV Mu-X), Suzuki (Jimny), and Skoda (upcoming model) will all be there, offering a rare opportunity to get behind the wheel of the latest cars.
Off-road enthusiasts can test their skills on simulated race tracks, including challenging terrain such as inclines, declines, muddy sections, tilted roads, and more. Ford’s experience zone will also allow customers to compare the performance and features of the Ranger Raptor with the Ranger Stormtrak and Wildtrak models.
Entry to the event is free for spectators, and those interested in test-driving should bring their B1 license or higher as a requirement for registration.
PVOIL VOC 2024: Off-Road Racing at its Finest
The Vietnam Off-Road Racing Cup PVOIL Cup 2024, now in its 17th year, will take place from November 1st to 3rd in the vast area surrounding Dong Mo Lake. This diverse landscape includes hills, muddy terrain, streams, dry creeks, and forests, pushing drivers and their vehicles to the limit.
The competition will unfold across a 200-hectare arena, where over 70 teams and more than 140 athletes will battle it out. Among them are 26 former champions across all four categories, setting the stage for an intense showdown.
PVOIL VGC 2024: The Ultimate Gymkhana Challenge
A bird’s-eye view of the challenging Gymkhana race track
Making its debut as a national championship, the PVOIL VGC 2024 will showcase the best of Gymkhana racing. With 22 drivers competing across two days, the event is divided into two categories: Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and Rear-Wheel Drive/All-Wheel Drive (RWD/AWD). The participants are the top-ranked drivers from the Northern Championship (July 13-14, 2024) in Ha Long, Quang Ninh, and the Southern Championship (September 14, 2024) at Dai Nam Stadium, Binh Duong.
The combination of PVOIL VOC 2024 and PVOIL VGC 2024 creates a highly anticipated racing festival for off-road and gymkhana enthusiasts in Vietnam.