Ford Performance, the high-performance arm of Ford Motor Company, has joined forces with Sparco, a leading name in motorsports attire and equipment, just in time for the inaugural race of the all-new Ford Mustang GT3 at the prestigious Rolex 24 At DAYTONA on January 27-28.
In an exciting collaboration, Sparco has been designated as the “Official Supplier” of technical racewear and team apparel for the Ford Multimatic Motorsports factory team.
This partnership kicks off with the North American Mustang GT3 factory race program, participating in the IMSA-sanctioned GTD Pro category.
The impact of this collaboration will be immediate, debuting at the iconic Rolex 24 At DAYTONA, which also marks the start of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season.
This partnership is an extension of the successful collaboration between Sparco and Ford Performance, spanning several decades. Sparco has been a key contributor to Ford Performance projects, ensuring safety, quality, and style.
This includes a significant role in the M-Sport run FIA World Rally Championship program with the Puma Rally1 Hybrid and outfitting the global Ford GT driver lineup.
Notably, Sparco has expanded its role to supply Ford Performance specialty track-only vehicles like the Ford GT Mk IV and the latest addition, the Mustang Dark Horse R.
Mark Rushbrook, global director of Ford Performance Motorsports, expressed pride in the partnership, emphasizing the shared commitment to excellence and passion for motorsports and road car programs. Rushbrook highlighted the significance of dedicated partners like Sparco in carrying forward Ford’s legacy.
Aldino Bellazzini, Sparco’s president and CEO, echoed the sentiment, describing the partnership as the result of a union between two entities dedicated to achieving extraordinary performance.
Bellazzini emphasized the joint commitment to continuous research and development, bringing cutting-edge innovation and style to global motorsport.
