Published on: January 27, 2026 Updated on: February 5, 2026
MA-FRA is the Main Sponsor of the departure from Turin and provides each team with a welcome kit designed for a demanding winter race.
There are races that are won with your feet and others that are won with your head. The Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique belongs to the second category: a test of regularity, endurance, and precision, where every choice, even the smallest, can make a difference. In winter, with cold, condensation, dirt, and changing light conditions, managing the car becomes part of the result.
For this reason, MA-FRA will be present where it counts in 2026: at the start in Turin, as Main Sponsor, to welcome the crews and support them with practical tools. Because excitement is essential, but preparation is even more so.
The history of Monte-Carlo Historique: when cars tell the story of motorsport
The Monte-Carlo Historique is an event that brings back the charm of the great rallies of yesteryear. It is not just a parade: it is an event that celebrates rally culture, the cars that made history, and the spirit of those who know how to drive, in compliance with the rules of regularity and navigation.
The format rewards method, precision, and adaptability: a combination that makes each edition different, because real conditions (weather, asphalt, temperature, visibility) are constantly changing.
Turin: the Italian start that ignites the race
Turin is a starting point with a special flavor: a close-knit audience, a big-event atmosphere, and that mix of pride and adrenaline you feel even before you start the engine. It's the moment when the city transforms into a paddock, and every team becomes a story ready to begin.
MA-FRA is now very much at home here: it has been supporting the Turin race for years and, in 2026, will strengthen its role as Main Sponsor. Not with words, but with real support.
2026 edition: interesting facts and what to expect
Each edition of the Monte-Carlo Historique has its own "signature." In 2026, expectations are sky high: winter routes, iconic stretches, night stages that test concentration and navigation, and a fast pace that requires keeping the car in perfect condition at all times.
Among the interesting facts that make this rally unique:
• The constant contrast between dry and wet/frozen sections: the surface changes within a few kilometers.
• Nighttime conditions: lights, condensation, and reflections challenge visibility more than any horsepower.
• The roadbook and time management: it's not enough to drive fast, you have to drive "right."
• Classic cars: mechanics, materials, and details that require more care, respect, and attention than a modern car.
This is where car care ceases to be purely aesthetic and becomes strategic: perfect windows, efficient wipers, clean surfaces, and suitable cloths reduce errors, improve comfort, and help you stay alert.
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The MA-FRA welcome kit: a race routine, not a gadget
In a winter rally, minutes count as much as seconds: you can't afford to settle for "so-so" solutions. That's why, at the start in Turin, each team will receive a MA-FRA welcome kit with products selected for real use in cold, dirty, and extreme conditions.
Kit contents
• 1x Cristalbel Artic -70
• 1x Fast Cleaner 3in1
• 1x Glass Clean & Shine 500 ml
• 1x Heavy Work Microfiber Cloth
Cristalbel Artic -70: when visibility starts from the wiper blade
The first real challenge of winter isn't snow: it's the windshield. Condensation, ice, road debris, and salt can make visibility a problem. Cristalbel Artic -70 is the "zero point" of safety: a concentrated antifreeze liquid for windshield washer reservoirs designed not to freeze and to maintain effective windshield washing action when temperatures plummet.
What it does, in practice:
• Protects against freezing (down to -70°C, depending on dilution).
• Keeps the windshield washer circuit fluid and helps prevent blockages and crystallization.
• Removes winter grime and road film with a clean, streak-free finish.
• Promotes wiper blade movement and contributes to safer driving.
Cristalbel Artic - 70th
Fast Cleaner 3in1: the all-rounder for quick cleaning, finishing, and technical support
Between tests or before a check-up, you need a product that solves problems in seconds. Fast Cleaner 3in1 was created for this purpose, for quick cleaning without water and in no time at all.
Why it's perfect for a historic rally:
• Quickly removes fresh contamination and localized dirt (ideal for spot cleaning).
• Increases the smoothness of the cloth and helps reduce streaks and micro-friction during quick passes.
Fast Cleaner 3in1
Glass Clean & Shine 400 ml: perfect windows even in backlight and at night
In the Monte-Carlo Historique, good visibility is essential. Glass Clean & Shine comes into its own when the glancing light and headlights reveal everything: smears, fingerprints, residue, condensation. Its degreasing action and brilliant finish help keep the glass clean and visibility high.
Key benefits:
• Removes smog, dust, and greasy films with quick drying.
• Clean and brilliant finish, essential during nighttime operations.
• Formula designed to reduce streaks and smears, even on large surfaces.
Glass Clean & Shine
Heavy Work Microfiber: the cloth that withstands pace and stress
Even the best product cannot reach its full potential without the right cloth. In competition, you need microfibers that don't let you down: resistant, absorbent, capable of tackling real dirt and quick movements without fraying or leaving residue.
When it becomes essential:
• Quick exterior cleaning during stops.
• Controlled removal of residues and heavy dirt.
Heavy Work
Quality products: the difference between "doing" and "doing well"
In historic rallying, the car is both an asset and a responsibility. The materials are different, the finishes are often more delicate, and every intervention must be precise. Using quality products means reducing risks, improving efficiency, and keeping the car ready when it counts.
In other words: fewer surprises, more control. And in a race where clarity is as important as driving skill, this too is performance.
Departure from Turin: schedule, timetable, and first stops
The departure fromTurinis one of the most eagerly awaited moments ofthe 2026 Rallye Monte-Carlo Historique: a two-day event featuring scrutineering, car displays, and the official start, all set against a spectacular backdrop.
Saturday, January 31, 2026 – Sporting and technical checks (ACI Torino headquarters)
Saturday is dedicated to pre-race formalities:
•Sporting and technical checksatCasa ACI Torino (Piazzale San Gabriele di Gorizia 210)from8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
• Cars are parked inthe ACI parking lot(secured/guarded area) with the possibility ofovernight parkingfor competitors.
Sunday, February 1, 2026 – Exhibition and official start (Stupinigi)
Sunday is departure day:
•Sporting and technical checksat Casa ACI Torino from8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
• Transfer tothe Palazzina di Caccia di Stupinigiandexhibition of the cars in the Park. Departurefrom9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
•12:00 p.m.: catering reserved for competitors, authorities, media, and guests, andpublication of the list of participants(Race Notice Board).
•2:30 p.m.:departure of the first competitor, with one car leavingevery minute.
The first time checks after the start
After the start, the route immediately gets underway with the firsttime checks:
•3:50 p.m.: C.H.Perosa Argentina
•4:50 p.m.: C.H.Sestriere
Turin departure numbers
The program includesa total of 300 cars, with70 teams departing from Turin, confirming the city's central role in the event's start.
MA-FRA at important events: real support, not just presence
The Monte-Carlo Historique is one of the most iconic events on the rally scene, and MA-FRA lives it as part of its DNA: being close to the teams with useful and reliable solutions.
This is the same approach seen recently at the Dakar Classic, where MA-FRA supported the Carcheri-Pons team (#719), which finished in 29th place after a grueling race. When conditions are extreme, you need products that really work.
PBring the "rally" mentality to your car care too
Whether you're a crew setting off from Turin or an enthusiast who wants the best in winter, the rule is simple: if visibility and cleanliness matter, what you use matters too.
Discover the products in the welcome kit and prepare your car to race-ready standards.
