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June 09,2026,Kuala Lumpur-Motul Malaysia has thrown its support behind Sophia Zara Binti Mustaffa Kamal, Malaysia’s youngest female race car driver and a three-time Malaysia Book of Records holder, for her full 2026 racing campaign.
The partnership highlights Motul’s commitment to nurturing local talent, advancing diversity in motorsport and backing the next generation of Malaysian racing stars.
At just 17, Sophia Zara has already rewritten the record books. In only two years of competitive racing, she has secured three Malaysia Book of Records titles and emerged as one of the country’s brightest young motorsport prospects.
Her achievements include becoming the Youngest Female Racer, Youngest Female Podium Finisher in an Endurance Race and Youngest Female Podium Finisher in a Sanctioned Touring Car Race. She was also a double finalist at the Malaysia Association of Motorsport Awards 2025.
Now, her ambitions are firmly set on the international stage, with an F1 Academy wildcard seat among her key targets.
“Sophia Zara represents everything Motul stands for — talent, determination and the relentless drive to compete at the highest level,” said Ravi Shankar- GM of Motul Malaysia.
“Her achievements at such a young age are exceptional, and she is inspiring a new generation of young Malaysians, especially girls, to pursue their motorsport dreams.”
For Sophia, the partnership is a major boost heading into her most demanding season yet.
“Motul’s support means a great deal to me. Their motorsport heritage speaks for itself, and having them behind me gives me added confidence as I take on my biggest racing calendar to date,” said Sophia Zara .
Throughout the 2026 season, Sophia’s machines will run on Motul 300V, the legendary racing lubricant trusted by competitors worldwide.
Developed using Motul’s ESTER Core® technology and refined through decades of motorsport competition, the 300V is engineered to maximise performance, reliability and engine protection under the harshest racing conditions.
Whether battling in the Malaysia Touring Car Championship or enduring the demands of the Sepang 1000KM, Sophia will have a race-proven partner under the bonnet.
Eyes on the Podium, Focused on the Future
With records already shattered, bigger championships on the horizon and the backing of one of motorsport’s most respected brands, Sophia Zara’s 2026 campaign promises to be her biggest yet.
For Motul, the partnership is more than a sponsorship deal—it is a bold investment in Malaysian motorsport’s future and a rising star determined to race beyond borders.
