The Mazda Fan Festa PH 2024 lit up Clark International Speedway as over 300 Mazda vehicles roared into the venue, celebrating the brand’s rich motorsport legacy and the incredible enthusiasm of its community in the Philippines. Powered by Shell Pilipinas, this event, inspired by Japan’s Mazda Fan Festa, was an unforgettable day of racing, excitement, and camaraderie.
Throughout the day, event partners such as GT Radial, PartsPro, AAP, PIAA, Sonax, and Momo brought their products and expertise to the track, while foodies enjoyed delicious treats from Shell Café, Ser Chef, Decimal Coffee, and Mendokoro Ramenba.
A major highlight was the debut of AutoExe, Mazda’s newly authorized distributor for tuning parts. The event showcased impressive Mazda models like the CX-60, Mazda3, and MX-5, all outfitted with AutoExe’s high-performance accessories.
Mazda owners got a unique chance to hit the legendary 4.189-kilometer Clark International Speedway with their own cars, getting expert advice from professional instructors and marshals to push their limits on the track. Adding to the thrill, the final rounds of the Miata Cup and MSCC Miata Spec Series were held during the event.
The day kicked off with an exciting parade of Mazda’s most iconic sportscars, including the beloved MX-5 in various editions like the 25th Anniversary and the #55 MX-5 Endurance Race Car. The parade was led by Mazda Philippines’ President Steven Tan, who was joined by Mazda Corporation’s Takahiro Kobayakawa and top figures from Shell Pilipinas.
Steven Tan shared, “The Mazda Fan Festa PH is all about connecting with our community and creating memories that bring us closer to our cars. This event is a celebration of our Mazda family in the Philippines.”
One of the most electrifying moments came when Angie Mead King took to the track in her third-generation Mazda RX-7, dazzling the crowd with her fiery demo laps. Featuring a mind-blowing four-rotor 26B engine, the car showed the true potential of Mazda engineering.
Racing action was at the forefront of the day, with thrilling battles in the Miata Cup and MSCC Miata Spec Series. Walter Pineda and Tyson Sy emerged victorious in the Miata Cup and Shell Pro Class, respectively, while other drivers like Enzo Villareal and Windy Imperial also earned well-deserved podium finishes.
The afternoon was filled with more races, and the excitement reached its peak with Race 8 of both series. The Mazda community then came together for the Mazda Sunset Parade, a heartwarming finale that celebrated the passion and dedication of Mazda enthusiasts all over the country.
Mazda’s presence in the Philippines is strong, with 14 Mazda 3S dealerships across the country, ensuring every Mazda owner feels a part of the global Mazda family.
