Dubai Autodrome's GM Reveals the Future of Motorsport in the UAE | Faisal Alsahlawi

Gedi Maaro

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Tuesday, 14 April 2026 - 27 minutes

Dubai Autodrome has been the heartbeat of UAE motorsport since 2004 — but what does the FUTURE look like? We sat down with Faisal Alsahlawi, General Manager of Dubai Autodrome, for an exclusive conversation on Gedi Maaro to unpack the vision, the ambitions, and what's coming next for the Middle East's premier racing circuit.

From grassroots karting academies nurturing the next generation of Emirati drivers, to hosting world-class events like the  24H Dubai, Asian Le Mans Series, Formula 4 UAE, and Dubai Heritage - Dubai Autodrome isn't just hosting races. It's building a motorsport legacy.

In this episode, Faisal opens up about:

The vision behind Dubai Autodrome's next chapter

How the UAE is developing homegrown motorsport talent

Sustainability at the circuit — going green on the fast lane

What it takes to attract world-class international racing series

The future of motorsport culture in the Gulf region

Why Dubai is becoming a global motorsport destination

Whether you're a car enthusiast, motorsport fan, or just someone who wants to understand how Dubai keeps setting the standard — this one is for you.

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