RCB ENTERS FOUR-WHEEL MOTORSPORT THROUGH TECHNICAL PARTNERSHIP WITH TEAM AXLE SPORTS
Sepang, 20th August 2026 – RCB proudly announces its official entry into the fourwheel motorsport industry through the signing of a Technical Partnership Agreement with Team Axle Sports for the second half of the 2026 racing season. The collaboration marks a significant milestone for RCB, representing the brand’s first venture into fourwheel motorsport while reinforcing its commitment to engineering excellence, innovation, and continuous product development.
Under the partnership, RCB will provide comprehensive technical product development services, encompassing research, design, evaluation, testing, and continuous improvement of performance products and related technologies. Leveraging decades of engineering expertise developed through top-level motorcycle racing, RCB will manufacture and validate key drivetrain and suspension components specifically for Team Axle Sports’ race programme.
For more than three decades, RCB has established itself as one of Asia’s leading performance brands in two-wheel motorsport, with products developed and proven through international competition, including MotoGP and various world championship racing platforms. This partnership signifies the company’s strategic expansion into a new motorsport segment, where proven engineering knowledge and racing technologies will be adapted to meet the demands of four-wheel competition.
The collaboration extends beyond the development of high-performance components. Both parties will also explore the creation of motorsport support equipment and technical solutions that improve race operations, team efficiency, and overall performance on and off the circuit. Drawing inspiration from RCB’s experience supporting world-class motorcycle racing teams, these innovations aim to bring greater technical capability and operational excellence to four-wheel motorsport.
"This partnership marks a defining moment for RCB as we take our first step into the world of four-wheel motorsport. For over 30 years, RCB has continuously pushed the boundaries of innovation and engineering excellence in two-wheel racing. Today, we are proud to extend that expertise into a new arena, demonstrating our commitment to advancing motorsport technology across multiple disciplines.
This collaboration is more than just developing high-performance products, it is about creating a platform for innovation, knowledge exchange, and long-term growth. By combining our engineering capabilities with the experience of Team Axle Sports, we aim to develop solutions that enhance performance, reliability, and race operations while contributing to the future of four-wheel motorsport.
At RCB, we believe motorsport is the ultimate proving ground for innovation. Every challenge presents an opportunity to learn, improve, and develop technologies that benefit both the racing community and the products we bring to market. This is only the beginning of our journey into four-wheel motorsport, and we look forward to building a strong presence in this exciting new segment.” said Mr. Doc Dol, Business Director of MKA Group.
Team Axle Sports will field its Proton S70 beginning with Round 4 of the Malaysian Touring Car Championship from 20–22 August 2026, before continuing its campaign in the MSF Racing Series, Thailand Super Series, and the prestigious Sepang 1000KM endurance race. Through this partnership, RCB products and technologies will be tested under competitive racing conditions, providing valuable data and insights to accelerate future product development.
Commenting on the partnership, Alex, Team Principal of Team Axle Sports, said "It’s a real pleasure to have RCB on board with us for 2026. They are a world-renowned brand with a reputation for high-precision components. We look forward to growing this partnership together and achieving success on the track.”
The partnership reflects a shared vision of innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement. By combining the engineering expertise of RCB with the competitive experience of Team Axle Sports, both organisations aim to accelerate the development of next-generation motorsport technologies while contributing to the growth of Malaysia’s four-wheel racing industry.
As RCB embarks on this exciting new chapter, the company remains committed to transforming motorsport innovation into high-performance products that deliver quality, reliability, and performance for customers worldwide. The collaboration with Team Axle Sports is the first step in RCB’s long-term strategy to establish itself as a leading technology partner across both two-wheel and four-wheel motorsport.