Red Bull KTM Factory Racing is on a mission—swinging hard into the FIM Motocross World Championship by joining forces with Marelli Motorsport. This ain't just a friendly handshake; it’s about harnessing cutting-edge tech and innovation to rev up performance in the MXGP arena.
Marelli's Established Expertise
For years, Marelli has been knee-deep in the racing world with KTM, pouring its extensive know-how into electronic systems and data management across various disciplines. The stakes rose when MotoGP came into play—Marelli's capabilities shone brightly as they refined racing technologies.
Commitment to Innovation
You gotta hand it to Marelli—a top-tier mobility tech supplier that doesn’t just talk big but backs it up with action. Their relentless pursuit of innovation puts them at the forefront of safety, efficiency, and performance upgrades. Now they’re spreading those wings over motocross alongside Red Bull KTM.
A Focused Partnership for Off-Road Racing
This partnership isn't just window dressing; it's laser-focused on MXGP and MX2 classes. Marelli will pump life into the KTM 450 SX-F and KTM 250 SX-F bikes, ensuring they're not just another face in the crowd but real contenders in high-stakes motocross.
Leveraging Racing Resources
The numbers don’t lie: Red Bull KTM is already reaping rewards from Marelli's technical savvy, evidenced by their dominance at Dakar. The hardware and software resources provided during training? Game-changer stuff that's primed to make waves as the motocross season heats up.
A Technological Incubator
Marelli isn’t just throwing darts blindfolded—they’ve got over a century of experience baking in competitive racing environments. Their Motorsport division acts like a technological incubator where advanced solutions for race vehicles seamlessly translate into improvements for road cars and motorcycles alike. Think synergy that sets new standards for performance.
Voices of Leadership
Robert Jonas, Vice President of Offroad Racing at Red Bull KTM: "We're really happy to bring Marelli Motorsport even closer to our KTM Motorsport program... ensuring we achieve the top-tier performance expected in motocross."
Riccardo De Filippi, Head of Marelli Motorsport: "Through this new collaboration, we are thrilled to consolidate and extend our already successful technical partnership with KTM Motorsport... push innovative boundaries together."
About Marelli
Marelli stands tall as a leading supplier of mobility technology within automotive circles. With around 50,000 employees spread over 170 facilities globally, their focus is crystal clear: creating safer, greener transport solutions while keeping an eye firmly on innovation.
