LEAPMOTOR IRELAND LAUNCHES "TAKE THE LEAP CHAMPION" INITIATIVE AHEAD OF VHI WOMEN'S MINI MARATHON 2026
- Gowan Auto PR
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Leapmotor Ireland is proud to announce the launch of its new ‘Take The Leap Champion’ initiative, celebrating the inspiring stories behind the 2026 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon, marking Leapmotor’s inaugural year as Official Motor Sponsor of the much-loved national event.
Running from March to May 2026, the initiative invites the people of Ireland to nominate women taking part in this year’s event whose deeply personal ‘what drives me’ stories reflect the incredible resilience, courage and emotional transformation that define both the Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon and Leapmotor’s ‘Take the Leap’ ethos.
Each month, from March through May, one outstanding nominee will be named a ‘Take The Leap Champion’. Monthly champions will receive a Leapmotor goodie bag, VIP access to the 2026 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon, and an on-the-day interview with a well-known friend of Leapmotor, before the event begins on May 31st.
On race day, one of the three monthly winners will be crowned the overall ‘Take The Leap Champion’, receiving the use of a brand-new 262-registration Leapmotor for six months, through to the end of 2026.
“The Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon has always been defined by the emotion behind every step - from those running in memory of loved ones, to those doing it for someone who can’t be there on the day,” said Mark Brennan, Marketing Manager of Leapmotor Ireland. “Through our ‘Take The Leap Champion’ initiative, we want to shine a light on those special ‘what drives me’ stories that are so synonymous with the Mini Marathon, and celebrate the ordinary women who do extraordinary things year after year.”
Now in its 44th year, the Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon continues to empower women of all fitness levels to participate, supporting causes close to their hearts while celebrating strength, community, and purpose.
David O’Leary, Race Director of the Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon, added: “Our participants care deeply about community and making choices that reflect their values. The ‘Take The Leap Champion’ initiative is a fantastic way to recognise those stories, and we’re delighted to see our partners, Leapmotor, bring this to life in the lead up to race day.”
Nominations for the ‘Take The Leap Champion’ initiative can be submitted via the dedicated link below, hosted by Leapmotor Ireland. The campaign will be promoted across Leapmotor Ireland and Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon digital channels in the months ahead.
Submission link:
As Official Motor Sponsor, Leapmotor Ireland will provide a fleet from its exciting all-electric range, including the family SUV Leapmotor C10, the compact T03 city car, and the brand-new Leapmotor B10 SUV, to serve as official support vehicles throughout the event. The fleet will also include the lead car, guiding thousands of participants along the iconic Dublin route, at the heart of one of Ireland’s most beloved sporting events.
The Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon takes place on Sunday, May 31st, 2026.
For further information or press enquiries, please contact:
Leapmotor Ireland
2007 Orchard Ave, Citywest Business Campus, Dublin 24, D24 RW52
T: (01) 529 5500
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