Nissan Saudi Launches the First Edition of the Tat’ees Championship 2025 Under the Supervision of SAMF

Manal Saleh

Jeddah, October 16, 2025 – Nissan Saudi Arabia announced the launch of the inaugural Nissan Tat’ees Championship 2025, marking a bold new chapter in Nissan’s ongoing commitment to supporting motorsports and desert adventure culture in the Kingdom, under the supervision of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF).

The championship reflects Nissan’s dedication to strengthening its presence in the Kingdom’s motorsports scene and supporting local talent through nurturing a professional platform that welcomes both drivers and enthusiasts to experience challenges combining power, precision, and the spirit of adventure, all within a desert environment that blends authenticity with innovation.
This initiative forms part of Nissan’s broader strategy to empower driving enthusiasts to explore their passion in conditions that mirror Saudi Arabia’s rich and diverse natural landscape, reinforcing the brand’s role as an active local partner in the development of motorsports across the Kingdom.

The championship features 14 different categories, including modified and stock vehicles (4-, 6-, and 8-cylinder classes), as well as competitions for motorcycles, ATVs, and UTVs, in addition to a ladies’ category and another for ladies under 25 years old, making it a truly inclusive sporting event that brings together both professionals and amateurs.

Spanning three regions that reflect Saudi Arabia’s geographic and cultural diversity, the 2025 season unfolds as follows:

·        Round 1: Sand dunes of Half Moon Bay, Dammam – October 16–17, 2025

• Round 2: Jeddah – Coastal terrain blending sand and sea
• Final Round: Hail – Rugged desert landscapes meet high-performance driving

Commenting on the launch, Adib Takieddine, Managing Director of Nissan Saudi Arabia, said: “We are proud to launch the first professional Tat’ees Championship in Saudi Arabia, a milestone in the evolution of motorsports in the Kingdom. This initiative stems from Nissan Saudi Arabia’s vision to create a championship that embodies the spirit of adventure within the community, transforming Saudi Arabia’s passion for desert sports into a structured, safe, and professional competition that promotes excellence and safety".

He added: “The championship goes beyond being a sporting event, it is a cultural movement that blends heritage with the spirit of challenge. Nissan’s ambition is to develop this championship into a regional event that brings together drivers from across the region, strengthening the Kingdom’s position as a hub for desert motorsports, while empowering local talent and supporting the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 in sports and tourism".

With this launch, Nissan reaffirms its ongoing commitment to supporting off-road and desert motorsports in Saudi Arabia by offering exceptional driving experiences that combine power, innovation, and passion for performance.
Participation in the championship is open to all, in accordance with the official terms and regulations issued by the organizing committee.

Registration is now open to all eligible participants in accordance with the official regulations issued by the organizing committee.

For more information and registration, please visit the official championship website: www.nissantat3ees.com