KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, January 15, 2012/PRNewswire/ --
Malaysia took another step into cementing itself as a serious contender in the world of motorsport by unveiling Team 1Malaysia FXPRIMUS Aylezo; an endurance racing team put together to compete in the Gulf 12 Hours race at the Yas Marina Circuit, in Abu Dhabi, on 20th January 2012.
On hand to officiate the launch of the Team was Minister in the Prime Minister's Department Datuk Seri Nazri Aziz who also officially unveiled the logo for the PRIMUS Child Foundation - a foundation created to increase the level of awareness and knowledge of child development, and to transform the lives of children worldwide through sustainable programs.
Also present was the President of the PRIMUS Group Ltd, Mr. Terry Thompson, who in his speech said "At FXPRIMUS we believe that whenever we decide to go into a new market we must always contribute first to the local community. As such, our support of the local motorsport industry demonstrates our belief in the team and the capability of Malaysian drivers to shine in the international motorsport circuit."
Team 1Malaysia FXPRIMUS Aylezo is operated by its founder, owner and driver - Zen Low and by its Team Principal Mohamed Nedim Dato' Seri Nazri Aziz. Team owner Zen Low is a veteran of numerous endurance races. He is supported by first-ever Malaysian F1 driver Alex Yoong as well as UK-based F3 racer and Malaysian wunderkind Jazeman Jaafar and Petronas Formula Xperience racer Hiqmar Danial.
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