START YOUR ENGINES AND HEAD UP NORTH: THE WORLD-FAMOUS GUMBALL 3000 RALLY MAKES IT WAY TO RAS AL KHAIMAH

START YOUR ENGINES AND HEAD UP NORTH: THE WORLD-FAMOUS GUMBALL 3000 RALLY MAKES IT WAY TO RAS AL KHAIMAH

The 23rd Annual Gumball 3000 rally is gearing up to make its penultimate stop in the nature and northernmost Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Marking the first ever Middle East route, the course will begin in Dubai with drivers spending six days driving through the beautiful mountain, coastal and desert roads of the UAE and Oman.

Hosted by Maximillion Cooper, over 100 spectacular cars (Bugatti, Koenigsegg, Ferrari, Lamborghini & more) plus a “who’s who” of participants from over 30 nationalities will take part in an epic adventure. This includes appearances from British YouTube sensations Yung Filly and Michael Dapaah, US rap legend EVE, Red Bull Drift Racing drivers Ahmed Daham and Haitham Al Hadidi, Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy, British supermodel Jodie Kidd, DJ Cuppy, boxing champion Amir Khan, along with influencers and eSports legends from Sidemen, K5, The Twins, Mamacita, Super GT, DDE, Mr JWW, Shmee150 and more!

Motoring enthusiasts are invited to head up the windy roads of Jebel Jais – the UAE’s highest peak situated in the majestic Hajar mountain range – on Thursday 17th November and watch the action unfold in an adrenaline-fueled morning. Overlooking breath-taking views of the grand cliffs and canyons of Jebel Jais, auto fanatics will witness the Gumball grid of 100 supercars in collaboration with the all-female supercar club Arabian Gazelles, all competing to set the best time up the winding 20km hill climb road!

Later that night, Latin superstar Ricky Martin will take the stage, as Gumball 3000 teams up with Global Citizen Forum for their Annual Summit, in partnership with Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, and the UNHCR (United Nations Refugee Commission). The event aims to fundraise for forcibly displaced individuals across the globe, while also supporting underprivileged youth in low-income communities through the Gumball 3000 Foundation. On the final day, participants will drive from Ras Al Khaimah to Abu Dhabi, experiencing four incredible checkpoints before reaching the finish line at the Yas Island F1 circuit.

Raki Phillips, Chief Executive Officer of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, said: “As the region’s adventure capital, Ras Al Khaimah’s stunning topography and natural terrains are perfect for an adrenaline-fueled road trip experience. Boasting a strong track record of successfully staging large international sporting events, we are excited to have the Gumball3000 rally climb atop our crowning glory – Jebel Jais.”

Maximillion Cooper, Founder of Gumball 3000, said: “We can’t wait for our first ever Middle East rally, especially as such incredible locations await us along the way – not least the UAE’s highest peak in the stunning Hajar mountains of Ras Al Khaimah. With so many adrenaline-pumping outdoor experiences, the Emirate is the perfect location for our rally and we’re looking forward to racing up the famous Jebel Jais for our epic 20km hill climb.”

Official event partners include Kappa, Carrera Eyewear, FTX, Veloce, QNTM DNA, Gargash Motors, Hot Wheels, Hard Rock, Asprey London, FRSH Scents, Kinetic, CRU and Tape London.

The Jebel Jais hill climb on Thursday 17th November is free for all to attend and view from the Jebel Jais Viewing Deck. Please note there will be a road closure at 9:30AM ahead of the event with the hill climb taking place from 10AM. Follow all the action and adventure on @gumball3000 #Gumball3000 #Gumballlife on YouTube, TikTok and Instagram channels.

For more information visit gumball3000.com and to discover more exciting activities in the Emirate, go to visitrasalkhaimah.com and visitjebeljais.com, or visit Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority’s Instagram, YouTube and Facebook pages.

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Typically thought of as being an easy to clean area of the home, hard floors have risen in popularity in recent decades. Globally, hard floors are the most common floor type,2 and research released today by Dyson has uncovered poor cleaning habits that mean hard floors are likely to be harbouring an array of hidden nasties. This comes as 32% of Brits – equating to 21.6 million people in the UK – will use the same dirty mop head for six months or more before replacing it. What’s more, one in 20 also admit to keeping the same mop for a year or longer, and one in 10 think it is acceptable to use the same mop 100 times, spreading dirt around their floors every time they use it. Cross contamination is a primary issue for most common and traditional mopping methods with germs and bacteria further being unknowingly spread around homes as Brits use dirty water to clean floors.3 45% only change the water to new water between rooms, whereas 41% wait even longer until it looks dirty. This could mean that floors are being washed with dirty water, adding more dirt rather than taking it away. Surprisingly, almost one in 10 (9%) even admit to not changing the dirty water at all when mopping. Over a quarter (28%) admit to mopping their floors once a fortnight or less while over half (53%) admit they don’t regularly clean behind appliances and leave dirt to build up for as long as six months at a time. image002.jpg On how to achieve a perfect barefoot clean feel after mopping, Geli Lee, Dyson Engineer and Home Cleaning Expert offers their top tips for eliminating dirt around the home: 1. Create a cleaning schedule to stay on top of dirt build-up. In the last year, there has been a 15% global reduction in the number of people who maintain regular cleaning schedules. 47% of the British public admitted to only being motivated to clean when they spot visible dirt or dust.4 Regular floor cleaning with a wet hard floor cleaner like the Dyson WashG1™ removes more stubborn dirt than vacuuming alone. It is important to have a debris free surface, clear any clutter from the floor or other surfaces. Choose the right machine: Different vacuums are designed for different floor types and home sizes. Some machines will be engineered with hard floors in mind and will struggle on thick pile carpets, for example. Choosing the right machine for your home will make a big difference to the ease and speed with which you’re able to clean your home. Clean your floors ‘little and often’. Washing your floors frequently in areas that receive more foot fall will help to stop dirt building up and getting trodden into your floor. Using a dedicated wet floor cleaner on hard flooring such as the Dyson WashG1 is helpful for this, as the versatile format means it vacuums and washes the floor simultaneously. Cleaning schedules have also become less regimented. In recent years only 41% of people claim to have a regular cleaning schedule, and 60% admit to cleaning reactively; being motivated to clean only when there is visible dirt or dust5. It’s perhaps not surprising, that a fifth of people are still concerned their floors are dirty after they’ve mopped them (22%) and one in four6 feel extremely worried about indoor dust at home. Geli Lee, Dyson Engineer and Home Cleaning Expert reveals why it is important to change the way we mop: “Cleaning your hard floors properly and regularly is important for maintaining a healthy environment around your home. Without a proper cleaning routine, dirt may unknowingly build up and spread around your home. It is evident from our research that current mopping habits mean British households aren’t cleaning their floors as effectively as they should. “From ignoring problem areas where dust and debris build up, cross contamination with dirty water to not replacing mop heads or inconsistent cleaning, current mopping behaviours may be making floors dirtier as opposed to cleaner. Moving away from traditional methods, wet floor cleaners like the Dyson WashG1 simplify the floor cleaning experience and provide a modern efficient and hygienic solution” To help take the guesswork out of mopping, the brand new WashG1 is Dyson’s first dedicated wet floor cleaner that tackles wet and dry debris in one go. Engineered for hygienic cleaning and maintenance, the WashG1 is revolutionising wet floor cleaning, removing the need for multi-products and multi-steps to achieve a barefoot clean feel around the home. To put the product to the test, Dyson have cleaned one of London’s most iconic landmarks The Victoria and Albert Museum. From cleaning the grand marble floors housing the most prestigious exhibits, to cleaning up leftover food in the Gamble Room Cafe, the WashG1 had a dirt busting tour of the museum leaving it spotless. Images can be found here. The WashG1 introduces Dyson’s engineering expertise to cleaning hard floors. With a 1 litre clean-water tank to cover flooring up to 290m2, the Dyson WashG1 uses a combination of hydration, absorption, and extraction technologies to remove wet and dry spills and stains simultaneously. The Dyson WashG1 is available to purchase now from Dyson.co.uk, retailing at £599.99.

Typically thought of as being an easy to clean area of the home, hard floors have risen in popularity in recent decades. Globally, hard floors are the most common floor type,2 and research released today by Dyson has uncovered poor cleaning habits that mean hard floors are likely to be harbouring an array of hidden nasties. This comes as 32% of Brits – equating to 21.6 million people in the UK – will use the same dirty mop head for six months or more before replacing it. What’s more, one in 20 also admit to keeping the same mop for a year or longer, and one in 10 think it is acceptable to use the same mop 100 times, spreading dirt around their floors every time they use it. Cross contamination is a primary issue for most common and traditional mopping methods with germs and bacteria further being unknowingly spread around homes as Brits use dirty water to clean floors.3 45% only change the water to new water between rooms, whereas 41% wait even longer until it looks dirty. This could mean that floors are being washed with dirty water, adding more dirt rather than taking it away. Surprisingly, almost one in 10 (9%) even admit to not changing the dirty water at all when mopping. Over a quarter (28%) admit to mopping their floors once a fortnight or less while over half (53%) admit they don’t regularly clean behind appliances and leave dirt to build up for as long as six months at a time. image002.jpg On how to achieve a perfect barefoot clean feel after mopping, Geli Lee, Dyson Engineer and Home Cleaning Expert offers their top tips for eliminating dirt around the home: 1. Create a cleaning schedule to stay on top of dirt build-up. In the last year, there has been a 15% global reduction in the number of people who maintain regular cleaning schedules. 47% of the British public admitted to only being motivated to clean when they spot visible dirt or dust.4 Regular floor cleaning with a wet hard floor cleaner like the Dyson WashG1™ removes more stubborn dirt than vacuuming alone. It is important to have a debris free surface, clear any clutter from the floor or other surfaces. Choose the right machine: Different vacuums are designed for different floor types and home sizes. Some machines will be engineered with hard floors in mind and will struggle on thick pile carpets, for example. Choosing the right machine for your home will make a big difference to the ease and speed with which you’re able to clean your home. Clean your floors ‘little and often’. Washing your floors frequently in areas that receive more foot fall will help to stop dirt building up and getting trodden into your floor. Using a dedicated wet floor cleaner on hard flooring such as the Dyson WashG1 is helpful for this, as the versatile format means it vacuums and washes the floor simultaneously. Cleaning schedules have also become less regimented. In recent years only 41% of people claim to have a regular cleaning schedule, and 60% admit to cleaning reactively; being motivated to clean only when there is visible dirt or dust5. It’s perhaps not surprising, that a fifth of people are still concerned their floors are dirty after they’ve mopped them (22%) and one in four6 feel extremely worried about indoor dust at home. Geli Lee, Dyson Engineer and Home Cleaning Expert reveals why it is important to change the way we mop: “Cleaning your hard floors properly and regularly is important for maintaining a healthy environment around your home. Without a proper cleaning routine, dirt may unknowingly build up and spread around your home. It is evident from our research that current mopping habits mean British households aren’t cleaning their floors as effectively as they should. “From ignoring problem areas where dust and debris build up, cross contamination with dirty water to not replacing mop heads or inconsistent cleaning, current mopping behaviours may be making floors dirtier as opposed to cleaner. Moving away from traditional methods, wet floor cleaners like the Dyson WashG1 simplify the floor cleaning experience and provide a modern efficient and hygienic solution” To help take the guesswork out of mopping, the brand new WashG1 is Dyson’s first dedicated wet floor cleaner that tackles wet and dry debris in one go. Engineered for hygienic cleaning and maintenance, the WashG1 is revolutionising wet floor cleaning, removing the need for multi-products and multi-steps to achieve a barefoot clean feel around the home. To put the product to the test, Dyson have cleaned one of London’s most iconic landmarks The Victoria and Albert Museum. From cleaning the grand marble floors housing the most prestigious exhibits, to cleaning up leftover food in the Gamble Room Cafe, the WashG1 had a dirt busting tour of the museum leaving it spotless. Images can be found here. The WashG1 introduces Dyson’s engineering expertise to cleaning hard floors. With a 1 litre clean-water tank to cover flooring up to 290m2, the Dyson WashG1 uses a combination of hydration, absorption, and extraction technologies to remove wet and dry spills and stains simultaneously. The Dyson WashG1 is available to purchase now from Dyson.co.uk, retailing at £599.99.

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