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\u00a0Ain Alalam – Rashad Iskandrni<\/strong><\/p>\n

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28 September 2026:<\/strong> Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly owned subsidiary of Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), has announced the opening of Formula E Karting at SEVEN ABHA, in partnership with ABB Formula E. The attraction is the first Formula E Karting experience of its kind in the world to open to the public, offering an integrated experience that combines technology inspired by Formula E cars with the excitement of competition and interactive entertainment. It gives families and motorsport enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy an experience inspired by the atmosphere of the championship.<\/p>\n

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The indoor attraction features a 428-metre track and a range of electric karts designed for adult and junior drivers, as well as dual-seater karts. The experience incorporates advanced technology and has been developed in line with high safety standards to provide an integrated experience suitable for guests of different ages and skill levels.<\/p>\n

Beyond the track, the experience includes interactive spaces, exhibits and displays showcasing the world of Formula E, its history and the innovations that have contributed to the development of electric racing. It also highlights sustainability by introducing visitors to innovative solutions in this field, aiming to inspire them to explore technology through the world of Formula E while enjoying an experience that brings together racing, entertainment and interaction.<\/p>\n

SEVEN ABHA is the first of four SEVEN destinations set to feature Formula E Karting in the Kingdom, with additional locations planned at SEVEN Al HAMRA in Riyadh, Dammam and Al Kharj, as part of the partnership between SEVEN and Formula E.<\/p>\n

Essam Aljubair, COO of SEVEN, said: <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cOpening the world\u2019s first Formula E Karting experience at SEVEN ABHA marks an important milestone in our commitment to bringing distinctive, accessible entertainment experiences to communities across Saudi Arabia. Through this partnership, families and motorsport enthusiasts can enjoy an interactive experience that combines excitement and technology while expanding entertainment choices and supporting quality of life in the Aseer Region, We also hope these tracks can help discover and develop Saudi talent, and that one day we will see a Saudi driver competing in Formula E.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u00a0Jeff Dodds, CEO, Formula E said: <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0“We\u00a0 are\u00a0 pleased\u00a0 to\u00a0 partner\u00a0 with\u00a0 SEVEN\u00a0 to\u00a0 create\u00a0 Formula\u00a0 E\u2019s\u00a0 first-ever\u00a0 karting\u00a0 experience.\u00a0 As\u00a0 a unique\u00a0 touchpoint\u00a0 for\u00a0 our\u00a0 sport,\u00a0 we\u00a0 hope\u00a0 the\u00a0 immersive\u00a0 nature\u00a0 of\u00a0 the\u00a0 attraction\u00a0 can\u00a0 serve\u00a0 as\u00a0 an\u00a0 opportunity\u00a0 to\u00a0 introduce\u00a0 and\u00a0 educate\u00a0 new\u00a0 audiences\u00a0 about\u00a0 Formula\u00a0 E,\u00a0 helping\u00a0 support\u00a0 the\u00a0 strong\u00a0 growth in fandom we have witnessed in the region in recent years.<\/p>\n

The attraction forms part of SEVEN\u2019s program to develop integrated entertainment destinations that combine locally developed concepts with worldclass experiences created in partnership with leading brands. This contributes to enhancing quality of life and supporting the growth of Saudi Arabia\u2019s entertainment sector in line with Saudi Vision 2030.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Notes to Editors <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0Formula E Karting is now open at SEVEN Abha. To learn more, book tickets, or view opening hours,\u00a0 please visit \u00a0https:\/\/seven.sa\/home<\/a> .<\/p>\n

\u00a0About Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN)<\/strong> :<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), part of Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), is at the forefront of\u00a0 transforming Saudi Arabia\u2019s entertainment landscape. SEVEN is mandated to invest in, develop, and\u00a0 operate next-generation entertainment destinations that meet the highest global standards and cater to\u00a0 diverse audiences across the Kingdom.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0With an investment exceeding SAR 45 billion, SEVEN is building 14 entertainment destinations in 13\u00a0 cities, including Riyadh, Makkah, Jeddah, Taif, Dammam, Khobar, Abha, and more. Each destination is\u00a0 designed to deliver worldclass attractions, immersive experiences, and opportunities for local economic\u00a0 development, while embedding Saudi culture at the core of every project.<\/p>\n

\u00a0About Formula E <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship is known as the next evolution of motorsport. As the\u00a0 world\u2019s first all-electric series, Formula E operates as a high-speed \u2018living laboratory\u2019 where innovation\u00a0 and adrenaline collide.<\/p>\n

\u00a0The Championship has achieved the milestone of 150 races, and serves as a vital test bed for the world\u2019s\u00a0 leading automotive manufacturers –\u00a0 including Porsche,\u00a0 Jaguar, Nissan, Stellantis, Mahindra and Lola\u00a0 Cars –\u00a0 to innovate and refine the electric vehicle\u00a0 (EV) technologies that will define future urban mobility.<\/p>\n

\u00a0Underpinning this performance is a profound commitment to impact. Formula E is a Certified B Corp – the\u00a0 world\u2019s first and only sport to achieve this designation – reflecting its dedication to high standards of social\u00a0 and environmental transparency. It also recently became the first sport to achieve the BSI Net Zero\u00a0 Pathway certification, setting a new global benchmark for science-based climate action.<\/p>\n

\u00a0As a progressive challenger in the sports landscape, Formula E is defined by unpredictable,\u00a0 wheel-to-wheel competition.\u00a0 In 12 seasons, the series\u00a0 has crowned 10 different champions, proving it to\u00a0 be one of the most competitive and open titles in world championship-level sport .\u00a0 With a commitment\u00a0 to\u00a0 accessibility and a grid of world-class drivers and manufacturers,\u00a0 the series continues to rewrite the\u00a0 rules\u00a0 of elite sport, engaging a new generation who value purposeful ambition and fearless action.<\/p>\n

\u00a0www.FIAFormulaE.com<\/p>\n

\u00a0For Formula E media enquiries, please contact \u00a0media@fiaformulae.com<\/u><\/p>\n

\u00a0About ABB <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0ABB\u00a0 is\u00a0 a\u00a0 global\u00a0 technology\u00a0 leader\u00a0 in\u00a0 electrification\u00a0 and\u00a0 automation,\u00a0 enabling\u00a0 a\u00a0 more\u00a0 sustainable\u00a0 and\u00a0 resource-efficient\u00a0 future.\u00a0 By\u00a0 connecting\u00a0 its\u00a0 engineering\u00a0 and\u00a0 digitalization\u00a0 expertise,\u00a0 ABB\u00a0 helps\u00a0 industries\u00a0 run\u00a0 at\u00a0 high\u00a0 performance,\u00a0 while\u00a0 becoming\u00a0 more\u00a0 efficient,\u00a0 productive\u00a0 and\u00a0 sustainable\u00a0 so\u00a0 they\u00a0 outperform.\u00a0 At\u00a0 ABB,\u00a0 we\u00a0 call\u00a0 this\u00a0 \u2018Engineered\u00a0 to\u00a0 Outrun\u2019.\u00a0 The\u00a0 company\u00a0 has\u00a0 over\u00a0 140\u00a0 years\u00a0 of\u00a0 history\u00a0 and\u00a0 more\u00a0 than\u00a0 110,000\u00a0 employees\u00a0 worldwide.\u00a0 ABB\u2019s \u00a0shares\u00a0 are\u00a0 listed\u00a0 on\u00a0 the\u00a0 SIX\u00a0 Swiss\u00a0 Exchange\u00a0 (ABBN)\u00a0 and\u00a0 Nasdaq<\/p>\n

\u00a0Stockholm (ABB). \u00a0www.abb.com<\/a><\/p>\n[\/mhc_text][\/mhc_column][\/mhc_row][\/mhc_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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