Mobil 1 in Grand Prix Racing

ExxonMobil's 34-year involvement in Grand Prix racing has seen it partner with 3 multi-race and championship-winning teams. The company has worked with Vodafone McLaren Mercedes since 1995 and the 2012 Grand Prix season sees the continuation of its Technology Partnership with Vodafone McLaren Mercedes through the development of lubricants and fuel for the race car.

Mobil 1 lubricants must withstand engine forces 8,500 times greater than the force of gravity. It performs at a temperature of more than 300°C, a temperature which can melt tin and lead and the race car's engine is constantly protected by Mobil 1 Race Performance Mobil 1 lubricants during the 67,000 kilometres covered in the race season.

During its 34 years in Grand Prix racing ExxonMobil has been a partner to:
6 World Drivers' Championships
5 World Constructors' Championships
293 Grand Prix races

71 Grand Prix victories (from 293 races)
216 Podium Finishes
68 Pole Positions
21 1st and 2nd Finishes
4 World Championships (3 x World Drivers' & 1 x World Constructors')


N.B. Statistics compiled 01/01/2012