Marelli becomes technical partner of Toyota Racing in FIA World Endurance Championship

The collaboration will focus on advancing powertrain technologies and energy management solutions, further strengthening innovation in endurance racing and road-relevant automotive technologies.

Marelli has announced a new partnership with Toyota Racing, joining as a technical partner for the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar Team under an initial two-year agreement. The collaboration marks a significant step in strengthening Marelli’s presence in top-tier global motorsport, while supporting Toyota Racing’s performance ambitions in one of the world’s most demanding endurance racing platforms.

The partnership between Marelli, an innovative supplier and global technology partner with more than a century of heritage in automotive and motorsport, and TOYOTA RACING, recognized for its absolute commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership in the global motorsport arena, exemplifies the critical role of collaboration in advancing automotive technology and performance.

The collaboration creates new possibilities for sharing expertise and developing innovative solutions to drive the evolution of racing cars in upcoming seasons, with a particular focus on advancements in powertrain technologies and efficient energy management.

In addition to the technical partnership, Marelli branding will appear on the vehicles, the team’s garage walls and official website.

Riccardo De Filippi, Head of Marelli Motorsport: “This alliance is a source of pride for the entire Marelli community. We are delighted to partner with TOYOTA RACING in the FIA World Endurance Championship, a series well renowned for showcasing road relevant cutting-edge technology. Both Marelli and TOYOTA RACING believe Motorsport is an essential proving ground for driving progress in the automotive industry. This collaboration enables us to merge Marelli’s technical expertise in endurance racing with TOYOTA RACING’s relentless pursuit of innovation. Together, we are committed to supporting TOYOTA RACING’s objectives and delivering impactful results both on the track and in real-world automotive development.”