Emirates Motor Company (EMC) have joined Abu Dhabi’s Formula One activities with the launch of an F1-themed Mercedes-Benz Service Week officially opened yesterday by HE Saeed Abdul Jalil Al Fahim, chairman of Al Fahim Group

Also present were a number of high officials and dignitaries including the newly appointed German Ambassador, HE Nikolai von Schoepff, Mr. Ivo Kapitzki, vice president & director of After Sales of Daimler Middle East & Levant (DMEL) and Emirati racecar driver celebrity Saeed Al Mehairi.

“We are honored to welcome such renowned dignitaries and are pleased to have their support during the Mercedes-Benz Service Week which we have themed around the F1 event,” praised Mr. Kamal Rafih, general manager of EMC. “EMC is dedicated to inspiring emerging talents among the local community and we’re delighted that one of the region’s top race car drivers is sharing this occasion with our partners, customers and employees. Mr. Al Mehairi’s presence is an important motivation for talented performance drivers to pursue their dreams, especially during Abu Dhabi’s F1 season. “

As the core element of the Regional Mercedes-Benz Service Week is ”Safety” which also plays a key role in today’s Motorsport, the presence of Saeed Al Mehairi is very much appreciated.

During the event Al Mehairi commented, “I am very excited to be part of this plan. People from my generation need an inspiration to follow and learn from. “Safety” is the most important element in the motorsport and during our normal day to day time. For us to build an awareness to young drivers requires a lot of work but that’s why I’m glad to be part of this so I can be able to pass on my knowledge on how we can have fun driving on the track but at the same time to be safe.”

Born in 1987, Al Mehairi is the first and youngest Emirati racing instructor at the Yas Marina Circuit. Currently, he holds a International Automobile Federation (FIA) International Circuit B 2011 Racing License. Mr. Al Mehairi was chosen out of more than 700 Emirati racing drivers to represent the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Europe positioning him as an inspiration to many talented young Emiratis who yearn to become internationally recognized official race drivers.