OREANDA-NEWS. September 21, 2015. Following the action-packed Go Focus 1 II Track Challenge, the widely anticipated Changan Ford Racing Academy opened its classes at Shanghai Tianma Circuit. Led by Changan Ford Racing Team’s professional driver, Gao Huayang, customers and racing fans engaged in an unforgettable day on the track with the new Ford Focus and Classic Focus.

With guidance from Gao, the trainees were given a course on auto racing, and took part in various challenges on the track. They learned S-shape turning, multi-scenario braking and drag racing at the Tianma Circuit.

The track was filled with the sound of roaring engines and the joy of the trainees. ”I have dreamed of being a racer since I was young. I had to work with other fans in exploration and had never really been on a professional track, nor had I received any professional training,” said a Mr. Lin from Jiangsu who spoke highly of the academy. “It’s just amazing to be able to participate in the professional training for everyone. I appreciate the efforts from Changan Ford to help us achieve the racing dream.”

In 2006, when CTCC was formerly known as CCC, Changan Ford got involved in the racing event and introduced Ford’s hundred year racing culture to China. Ford made sustained investments to make motor sports more popular to more consumers, offering them the opportunity to learn about and personally drive racing cars. It marks the ten-year anniversary of the Focus brand in China, as well as Changan Ford’s involvement with CTCC.

As a trendsetter for China’s mid-size car market, Focus has always been a brand acclaimed for providing track-level performance in its cars. 2 million customers would agree that the Focus has become a leader of both the track and the market over the past decade. As the top OEM brand in China’s motor sports arena, Changan Ford has been a persistent driver of racing culture, securing 7 titles in 9 years, and earning a legendary 7 consecutive wins at the CTCC. These successes have led to a strong racing culture in the country today, and to the formation of many active and eager racing clubs.

Changan Ford and The Racing Academy will look to continue providing consumers with great experiences and top-notch coaching and instruction. Thanks to these consumers and fans of the sport, the event has enjoyed much success, and will continue to provide more and more everyday people a glimpse at life on the track.