WHY WE RACE
At Mazda Motorsports, racing is how we show our commitment to driving excellence and keep the spirit of driving alive for a wide and diverse community that includes men, women, amateurs, professionals, old fans and passionate newcomers.
FUELING OUR PURSUIT
From the world’s grandest races to amateur opportunities, racing is where passion meets precision, and the true challenger spirit thrives.
A HISTORY OF EXCELLENCE
ROTARY REVOLUTION
THE MAZDA MOTORSPORTS HERITAGE COLLECTION
In 2023, Mazda announced four of its special, historical race cars would undergo a front to back restoration with the intent of being put through their paces at races all over the world. Meet the entire Heritage Collection.
MAZDA 767B
A pivotal car in the racing history of Mazda, this vehicle is powered by a four-rotor Wankel rotary engine. It competed in the Group C Junior class at iconic events like the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The 767B helped refine the Mazda rotary technology and laid the groundwork for the legendary historic victory of the 787B in 1991.
MAZDA 787
This vehicle marked an evolution in the Mazda pursuit of endurance racing excellence. Featuring an improved four-rotor R26B rotary engine, the 787 showcased increased reliability and performance. While it didn’t secure a win at Le Mans, it served as a critical development platform for the 787B, which would go on to achieve motorsport immortality.
MAZDA RX-7 GTO
This vehicle was a dominant force in IMSA racing, showcasing the versatility and power of the Mazda rotary engine technology. Built for the Grand Touring Over (GTO) class, it featured a turbocharged 13B two-rotor engine that delivered exceptional performance. The RX-7 GTO claimed multiple victories, including helping Mazda secure the 1991 IMSA Manufacturer’s Championship, cementing its legacy as a rotary-powered icon.
MAZDA RX-792P
This vehicle was the ambitious foray into the IMSA GTP (Grand Touring Prototype) Mazda class. Powered by a turbocharged four-rotor R26B engine, it represented the Mazda continued commitment to rotary innovation. Though reliability issues limited its success on the track, the RX-792P remains a bold example of Mazda engineering creativity and its pursuit of excellence in prototype racing.
PASSION IN ACTION
Grassroots racing is the heartbeat of Mazda Motorsports, and we’re proud to support the thousands of men and women who descend on tracks across the country.
RACING CHAMPIONSHIP
The Mazda launch of the MX-5 Cup car in 2006 was a rousing success, and the momentum continues in the Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin. The Mazda MX-5 Cup series awards over $1 million in year-end and per race prizes, including a $250,000 payout for the champion, and thrills for every spectator who witnesses it.
FIRST TO THE FINISH
Strap in for a thrilling ride as three courageous women go for glory in the Mazda MX-5 Cup Championship series. First to the Finish on Prime Video features two up-and-coming drivers and a team owner who chase victory in this demanding sport.