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Come 2010,& Volkswagen is all set to vroom in the world famous Volkswagen Polo Cup motor sports
It’s official. Volkswagen India Private Limited has firmed up its plans to enter Indian motor sports and has joined hands with JK Tyre & Industries Limited to bring the globally acclaimed Volkswagen Polo Cup to India in 2010. The racing series will be based on the highly successful Volkswagen Polo Cup touring cars series for young talented drivers being held in Germany and other parts of the world.
Prof. Dr. Jochem Heizmann,Member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen AG said,Volkswagens commitment to the Polo Cup India represents a long-term initiative designed to promote the development of motor sports in India. It is the first time in the history of Indian motor sports that a car manufacturer has launched a racing series of this kind,which is designed to train and promote talented and upcoming young drivers. We shall be developing a series of programs designed to identify suitable young drivers and recruit specialized technicians from across the country.
Joerg Mueller,Volkswagen Group Chief Representative India commented,We would like to strengthen our association with India by not just manufacturing technologically advanced products but also by taking initiatives to create a favorable environment for the development of a uniquely Indian motor sports culture.
Kris Nissen,Volkswagen Motorsport Director stated,The Volkswagen Polo Cup is of significant importance from the perspective of the motorsports community as it provides a vital platform for the genuinely talented young racer to develop his skills and compete in a level playing field. The Polo Cup is the training ground for tomorrows touring car champions.
Young racers as well as sponsors and partners can mail at kurt.rippholz@volkswagen.co.in.
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