Latest update September 13th, 2026 10:36 AM
Jul 22, 2018 Sports
Absent from the list of entertainment for some time, Platinum Promotions will be hosting a massive Auto Expo on August 5, at the Guyana Motor Racing & Sports Club (GMR&SC), Thomas Lands.
According to Organiser Mahendra Boodhoo, the event is expected to attract some of the best vehicles in terms of glitz and glamour, while those with the fancy lights, shining rims and cleanest sound system will all have the opportunity to win prizes.
Boodhoo, a former racer and President of the GMR&SC said the occasion is for the family to enjoy, especially those with a deep appreciation for excellent looking vehicles and those who just love to compete in such competitions.
Boodhoo added that the Expo is open to all and over $1million in cash prizes and trophies will be up for grabs for winners in the respective categories.
Participants will compete in over 27 categories and word is that competitors are currently working feverishly to excite the fans with their thorough preparations.
Among the categories to contested are: Best Antique bike, Mini Extreme Face Out Cars, Best Rims, Best Graphic Bus and Car, Cleanest SUV, Best Technician, Biggest Bike and others.
Additionally, Boodhoo disclosed that fans will be entertained throughout the day with displays set to commence at 14:00 hrs, while gates will be open from 12:00hrs.
Patrons wishing to buy tickets in advance will be sold at a cost of $1,500. Advanced tickets cost just $1,500 per person.
Also, a star-studded line-up of local entertainment talent is anticipated to grace the stage including Granny Ivelaw, Chiney Man and Chow Pow.
Interested persons can contact the organisers on 617-2651 or 627-2369.
Some of the sponsors on board are: A. Ali & Sons, GT Motorsports, Stag Beer, Caribbean Motor Spares and Ramchand Auto Spares.
Meanwhile, the Launch of the event will be conducted on Tuesday, at the GMR&SC from 15:00hrs.
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

Sep 13, 2026
The Guyana Amazon Warriors kept their playoff hopes alive with a 25 run win over the Trinbago Knight Riders in the 2026 Limacol WCPL. Runs for Shermaine Campbell and wickets from Shabnim Ismail and...Sep 13, 2026
(Kaieteur News) – I am not surprised that electricity demand in Linden has surged by more than 135 per cent from its 2005 level. In fact, given the price at which electricity is supplied there, it would be surprising if demand had not surged. The figures tell the story. Electricity consumption...Sep 06, 2026
By Sir Ronald Sanders (Kaieteur News) – The world has broken the 1.5°C promise it made to its most vulnerable countries. The breach has not yet been recorded on a sustained basis, but the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) says it is widely assessed as unavoidable and likely within the...Sep 13, 2026
Hard truths… (Kaieteur News) – Never knew Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo to be sneaky. Sloppy, hostility personified and sleeker than mercury, he can be. But not sneaky, not he. Hence, I weigh why he waited until Pres. Ali’s back was turned to show his face at the Arthur Chung Convention Center...Freedom of speech is our core value at Kaieteur News. If the letter/e-mail you sent was not published, and you believe that its contents were not libellous, let us know, please contact us by phone or email.
Feel free to send us your comments and/or criticisms.
Contact: 624-6456; 225-8452; 225-8458; 225-8463; 225-8465; 225-8473 or 225-8491.
Or by Email: glennlall2000@gmail.com / kaieteurnews@yahoo.com