Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda To Lead TGR Festival In Philippines

Toyota Motor Philippines is set to thrill car enthusiasts and motorsports fans with the highly anticipated Toyota GAZOO Racing (TGR) Festival 2023, scheduled to take place on August 23 and 24, 2023, at the iconic Quirino Grandstand in Manila. The TGR Festival is hailed as Toyota's grandest assembly of motorsports enthusiasts, and headlining the event is a series of world-class driving exhibitions featuring none other than Morizo, the racing alias of Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman Akio Toyoda.

On August 23, Morizo will lead a team of international racing stars, including Katsuta Norihiko and Sasaki Masahiro, both esteemed members of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Team. The trio will deliver captivating rally exhibitions on the Philippine stage, showcasing the renowned TGR race cars - the Toyota WRC Yaris and Red Bull GR Corolla.

Joining the international racers will be local pride, including Alex Perez, Luis Gono, and TGR Ambassador Marlon Stockinger. They will showcase their drifting and gymkhana skills utilizing the GR Supra, GR Yaris, and GR 86. Celebrity presence is also highlighted, with Ryan Agoncillo representing Team Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines in the TGR Vios Cup.

Attendees of the TGR Festival are in for a treat beyond passive observation. Spectators will have the opportunity to witness the GR Supra, GR Yaris, and GR 86 in action on the tracks, and even embark on exhilarating rides with professional racers. The event also offers an inside look into the technical aspects of racing, with GR race cars being prepared and serviced at the pit area. Enthusiasts can deepen their understanding of racing teamwork and technical expertise. Additionally, the GR Garage will feature official GR merchandise for purchase, enabling fans to carry the GR spirit with them.

The excitement culminates on August 24 with the TGR Gran Turismo Cup (GT Cup) National Finals, showcasing the finest sim racers of the 2023 season. These top contenders will battle it out at the Grandstand, vying for the coveted title and the opportunity to represent the Philippines in the Asia Regional Rounds.