Ford Activation – 2025 Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix.

Client
Ford Australia.
Location
Melbourne, Australia
What we did
2025 Louis Vuitton Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix
Attendence
65,498 fans across the four days of the event
Audience
Result

For Ford, the Australian Grand Prix was an opportunity to celebrate Ford Australia’s 100th anniversary and highlight the brand’s long standing legacy in motorsport.

Background

For Ford, the Australian Grand Prix (AGP) was an opportunity to celebrate Ford Australia’s 100th anniversary and highlight the brand’s long-standing legacy in motorsport. This prestigious event marked a significant milestone as Ford positioned itself for its entry into Formula 1 in 2026 with Oracle Red Bull Racing, underscoring the brand’s commitment to performance, innovation, and its passionate motorsport fanbase.

Objective

The objective was to engage a diverse audience of passionate car enthusiasts, motorsport fans, and adventurers, while emphasising Ford’s rich legacy in performance vehicles and its future direction in motorsport. The activation fostered direct consumer engagement and increase brand awareness by showcasing iconic and innovative vehicles. Through this activation, Ford reinforced its position as a brand for the people, highlighting performance models that appeal to all types of drivers.

Result

Phoenix delivered a seamless end to end experience for Ford from creative design and build, to full logistical management. Leading the design process, working closely with our builder from marquee bump-in to dismantle. Managed site inductions, OH&S, Ford & external staff rostering, set up a dedicated on site office to support Ford’s team. Streamlined communications with AGP  organisers,  managed all logistics around Liam Lawson’s appearance, creating a standout moment for fans. The result was a high impact activation that showcased Ford’s innovation & dedication to its loyal community.

Concept Design

  • 25x10m activation space featuring industrial blue mesh walls.
  • Red Bull Racing suits worn by Liam Lawson and Daniel Ricciardo on display.
  • Two live screens streaming motorsport action so the crowd didn’t miss a moment.
  • Display of the new Ranger PHEV powering two racing simulators via its Pro Power Onboard technology, engaging attendees alongside Ford representatives. 
  • Public racing simulator competition to “Beat Liam’s Time,” enhancing fan experience and encouraging return visits to the stand. 

65,498

fans

attended across the four days of the event

What the client had to say

You absolutely nailed it, we want you to keep delivering creative experiences like this for us

Lauren Nickoli
Ford Global Formula ,1 Marketing Manager

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