Toyota South Africa Motors has returned as the ‘Official Vehicle Partner’ of the FNB Wines2Whales mountain biking event in the Western Cape.
Currently in the second year of a three-year partnership, Toyota serves as the preferred vehicle brand, offering support to staff, crew, and stakeholders during the event.
As part of Toyota’s commitment, the updated ‘Toyota Cruise’ sections will return, designed to add an element of fun, challenging riders with enjoyable terrain and obstacles.
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TSAM’s involvement extends to its backing of the Toyota Specialized teams, featuring riders Matt Beers and Tristan Nortje, alongside the Toyota Specialized development team of Zola Ngxakeni and Ntlantla Nkosana.
Notably, Toyota ambassadors, Bobby Behan – Factory Team Manager of Specialized Bicycles South Africa – and Giniel De Villiers, a Dakar Rally legend, will be riding in the Pinotage Stage of the series. The duo claimed victory in the FNB Wines2Whales Pinotage in 2022, securing all three stages and the title.
In addition to the Toyota Ambassadors, Riaan Weideman and Samantha Sanders of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Mixed team will join the Toyota Specialized teams during the Shiraz leg of the series.
“We are thrilled to partner with the FNB Wines2Whales once again,” said Glenn Crompton, Vice President: Marketing, TSAM. “This event embodies the spirit of adventure and the joy of the outdoors, values resonating with Toyota. We anticipate showcasing our models and supporting our riders in this challenging yet exhilarating series.”
For more on the FNB Wines2Whales event, visit www.wines2whales.com.