AUSTIN, Texas – INFINITI brought a taste of Formula One to thousands of Austin locals today, when INFINITI Red Bull Racing drivers Daniel Ricciardo and Sebastian Vettel drove the 2011 Championship-winning Formula One car and the F1™-inspired 560-horsepower INFINITI Q50 Eau Rouge prototype along Congress Avenue.
In addition to the high speed runs along the closed road, the "Go Zero to INFINITI" event featured former F1 driver David Coulthard and Texas-based sports broadcaster, Robbie Floyd as the MCs, along with a drivers' parade where spectators had a chance to see Vettel and Ricciardo up close aboard INFINITI Q60 convertibles. As DJ EROK, the INFINITI Red Bull Racing official DJ, spun beats on stage, media, VIPs and the winner of INFINITI's #RaceFace competition plus a few lucky fans were selected from the crowd to experience a ride in the Q50 Eau Rouge with the INFINITI Red Bull Racing drivers.
"It's always exciting to interact with fans and see their excitement for Formula One, especially in the United States where the sport is still growing," said Daniel Ricciardo.
"It was good fun to introduce the INFINITI Q50 Eau Rouge prototype to the people of Austin, and it's great to see INFINITI build a product directly as a result of their involvement in Formula One," added Sebastian Vettel.
High-resolution images of Sebastian Vettel and Daniel Ricciardo at today's event are available to download now at www.infiniti-gp.com.
DISCLAIMER: The driving exhibition for the "Go Zero to INFINITI" event was conducted on a closed course with professional drivers and professional supervision, using extensive safety precautions. Do not attempt. The INFINITI Q50 Eau Rouge is a prototype vehicle, not a production vehicle. Driving is serious business and requires your full attention. Obey all traffic laws, always drive safely, wear your seat belt and please don't drink and drive.
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About INFINITI:
INFINITI Motor Company Ltd. is headquartered in Hong Kong with sales operations in over 50 countries. The INFINITI brand was launched in 1989. Its range of premium automobiles is currently built in manufacturing facilities in Japan and the United States. Production in China and the UK will start soon along with the expansion of the brand's portfolio. INFINITI plans to also expand manufacturing into Mexico by 2017.
As the Title Partner and Vehicle Performance Partner of INFINITI Red Bull Racing, INFINITI has a far-reaching technical collaboration with the Formula One team, and Sebastian Vettel, its four-time World Champion driver, serves as INFINITI's Director of Performance.
More information about INFINITI and its industry leading technologies can be found at www.infiniti.com. You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and see all our latest videos on YouTube.
Contacts:
For further information about INFINITI in Formula One, contact:
Shadee Malekafzali
INFINITI Americas Formula One Communications
(310)-570-3925
smalekafzali@infiniti-performanceteam.com
For INFINITI USA Communications, contact:
Nick Twork
Director Corporate Communications
INFINITI Americas
615-939-9556
Nick.twork@infiniti.com
Kyle Bazemore
Senior Manager
INFINITI USA Communications
(615) 739-8404
Kyle.bazemore@infiniti.com
Alexandra Amelang
Senior Specialist
INFINITI USA Communications
(615) 725-1455
Alexandra.amelang@infiniti.com
