Sparco

About Sparco

Sparco S.p.A. is an Italian auto part and accessory company headquartered in Volpiano near Turin that specializes in producing items such as seats, steering wheels, harnesses, racewear and helmets. The company was founded in 1977 in Italy and today the ownership is still Italian; the company is one of the leading manufacturers of racing safety equipment. Sparco's history started in Turin, Italy, in 1977. Two motorsport fans, Enrico Glorioso and Antonio Parisi, created the business.

SPARCO was born in 1977 from the dream of three young Italian drivers who decided to make the world of Motorsport a safer place. In 1977, FIA decided to restrict their safety standards, in order to decrease injuries during races: the first product that brought fame to Sparco, was a fireproof racing suit, that could withstand 11 seconds in fire, an absolute record for the time. This innovation established Sparco as a pioneering force in motorsport safety equipment.

What Makes Sparco Stand Out in Motorsport?

Today, SPARCO is the most recognized brand in Motorsport: more than 300 sponsored teams around the world. Today the Group is present in over 90 countries worldwide and employs thousands of people across three continents - Europe, America and Africa - and four headquarters located in Volpiano (Italy). The company has built partnerships with the most exclusive car manufacturers – such as Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, Ford, Bugatti, Lotus – providing aesthetic and structural parts and carbon sports seats for their flagship supercars.

Sparco Racing Clothing Collection

Sparco offers an extensive range of professional-grade racing clothing designed for maximum safety and performance. The Sparco Futura suit is the first racing suit in the world that is constructed with Sparco Full Efficiency technology. The Futura is made with 70% of Full Efficiency regenerated fabric. The brand's racing suit lineup includes models like the X-Light Full Efficiency Infinity Race Suit has a unique full body graphic design. The X-Light FE Infinity is engineered with cutting-edge features like breathable inserts and ultra-flat seams, it ensures the ultimate in comfort, protection, and eco-responsibility.

Other notable racing clothing includes the Sparco Martini Racing Vintage suit is made with all-new lightweight three-layer fabric. It offers superior fire protection, breathability and comfort when compared to the original. For different racing applications, Sparco produces the AIR-15 drag suits are the lightest and most breathable SFI 15 rated suits on the market. The AIR-15 is made from our exclusive X-light multi-layer fabric that provides amazing comfort and unbeatable protection.

Professional Racing Shoes and Footwear

Sparco's racing shoe collection features advanced designs developed with input from professional drivers. The lightweight X-Light shoe was developed using feedback from Sparco's professional drivers. The company offers various models including The Sparco Formula race shoe is a high-end traditional race shoe. The mid-boot design features a full ultra-soft calf skin leather upper with perforated vents for breathability.

For specific racing applications, Sparco produces specialized footwear such as the all-new Race 2 driving shoe provides comfort and control and The Sparco Pit Stop shoe was designed specifically for pit crew use but it can also be used for racing where a durable and thicker sole is preferred such as off-road. The brand also offers The Skid driving shoe is a light-weight, unique design that has genuine ultra-soft leather upper with an offset closure system without a traditional shoe tongue. This design feature moves the potential pressure point of traditional laces from the top of your foot to the side.

Quality Standards and Safety Certifications

These enhancements contributed to Sparco obtaining the ISO/TS16949:09 quality certification in 2010. The company maintains rigorous safety standards, with products meeting FIA homologation requirements for professional motorsport use. Sparco racing suits are made from high-quality materials such as Nomex and Kevlar and feature advanced sewing and design technology to ensure maximum safety and comfort.

Innovation and Sustainability Initiatives

Sparco continues to invest heavily in research and development to maintain its position as an industry leader. Sparco, in collaboration with McLaren, developed the McLaren SP16+, a race suit that is notably at least 10 percent lighter than any other on the market. The company has also embraced sustainability with products like the Futura suit utilizing regenerated fabric technology, demonstrating their commitment to environmental responsibility while maintaining performance standards.

Where to Purchase Sparco Products

Sparco's comprehensive range of racing clothing and shoes is available to customers through authorized retailers and distributors worldwide. On Droppe.com, customers can browse and purchase authentic Sparco products, including their professional racing suits, driving shoes, and safety equipment. The platform provides access to Sparco's latest collections and ensures customers receive genuine products backed by the company's quality standards and reputation in motorsport.

Product Lines and Brand Extensions

Beyond traditional motorsport equipment, Sparco has expanded into lifestyle products. SPARCO® joins the fashion and style industry, creating with IDT S.p.A. the SPARCO® Fashion brand, a collection of sporty and casual footwear, exclusively available online, only on Sparcofashion.com website. The company has also ventured into SPARCO Gaming and Ongoing research in maximum protection for professional drivers allows SPARCO to propose a new line of safety shoes inspired by the driving shoes worn by the best Motorsport drivers in the world: SPARCO Teamwork.