since 1976
since 1976
Shell V-Power brought Malaysian motorsport fans closer to the world of Scuderia Ferrari HP through an exclusive Shell Motorsport Experience Campaign during the Bahrain Grand Prix weekend in Malaysia. Offering access beyond the usual race-day experience, guests were given a unique perspective on the action at Sepang after a nine-year wait. The weekend ended on a high, with Scuderia Ferrari HP driver Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton delivering strong performances at the Bahrain Grand Prix, finishing third and fourth respectively.
As part of the experience, the special guests took part in a Pit Lane Walk, visited the Scuderia Ferrari HP garage, and explored the paddock, bringing them closer to the inner workings of a race weekend and the world of Scuderia Ferrari HP. The guests also stepped inside the Shell Trackside Laboratory – the mobile laboratory where Shell Scientists test and analyse, in real time, the race fuel and lubricants technology used by Scuderia Ferrari HP throughout the race weekend. The weekend also featured a special appearance by Scuderia Ferrari HP drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, before the guests took in the atmosphere and excitement of the Bahrain Grand Prix from the Grandstand.
Zairi Dzuljastri, General Manager, Shell Mobility & Convenience, Malaysia, said, “The return of racing to Sepang is a significant moment for Malaysia’s motorsport community, and one that gave us a unique opportunity to bring our customers closer to the world of Scuderia Ferrari HP. Our long-standing relationship allows us to create experiences that go beyond what fans typically see from the stands and bring them closer to the passion and performance behind the team.
“That connection goes beyond the race weekend. For decades, Shell and Scuderia Ferrari HP have shared a commitment to pushing the boundaries of performance and innovation, and the learnings from that collaboration continue to shape the fuels and lubricants we develop for our customers.”
For the Malaysian special guests who experienced the weekend first-hand, the opportunity offered a perspective on motorsport they would rarely get to see as fans.
Kumaragurubharan from Port Dickson, a passionate motorsport fan of 12 years , said, “The last time I watched the race at Sepang, I was 14. Now I’m 23, so to be back nine years later and experience it this way feels incredible. I never imagined I would have the opportunity to see Lewis and Charles in person, and I feel really lucky to be here.”
For How Bee Yong from Klang, a long-time Ferrari fan who has collected Shell Ferrari model cars over the years, the experience was particularly special as a family of motorsport fans. “My son was probably the happiest when I found out I had won, as he had already bought his own ticket for the race. In the end, we both got to be there for the return to Sepang, which makes it even more special.”
