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The 2017 Shanghai Auto Culture Festival kicks off on April 7 in Shanghai's Jiading district. The event runs for more than a month this year. [Photo/WeChat account: jiadingmh] |
The 2017 Shanghai Auto Culture Festival, spanning more than a month this year, opened on April 7 in Shanghai's Jiading district.
The festival will host a total of 13 activities, including auto races and trips to local attractions. The event aims to give auto fans a motoring feast and to enable visitors to enjoy the beauty of Jiading.
A variety of top-rated races are geared up for auto enthusiasts, including the Formula One Chinese Grand Prix, Renault Clio Cup China Series, GT Masters, and FRD LMP3 Series.
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Racers line up on the grid at the Shanghai International Circuit in Jiading. [Photo/jiading.gov.cn] |
Auto-themed exhibitions such as Ferrari's 70th anniversary exhibition and an international recreational vehicle show will also be organized. The activities are expected to give visitors a better understanding of Shanghai International Automobile City located in Jiading's Anting town.
One highlight was the Shanghai for All Seasons•Jiading Theme Park, serving as a window to understand all aspects of district. It will showcase the latest technology in new energy vehicles and smart internet-connected cars, promote art, introduce local tourism resources, and display traditional Chinese culture.
Visitors can also learn about auto history and culture at the Shanghai Auto Expo Park, enjoy a variety of vintage cars at the Shanghai Auto Museum, and go see auto manufacturing at SAIC Volkswagen.