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Mazda MX-5 honours Remembrance
A one-off poppy art car will join the Race of Remembrance at Anglesey this November.
Your quick guide
- Race of Remembrance: 6–8 November 2026, Anglesey Circuit.
- Mission Motorsport has created a bespoke poppy livery for Mazda’s 1995 MX-5 heritage car.
- See the organiser’s visitor information, discover the charity’s work and explore today’s MX-5 at Invicta.
A car with a purpose
A familiar shape, a meaningful new livery
The original Mazda MX-5 has become a canvas for remembrance. Mazda UK’s 1995 heritage car carries a poppy design created by Mission Motorsport’s vehicle wrap team, bringing a distinctive visual tribute to the Armed Forces community.
Announced by Mazda on 2 October 2026 and highlighted again in the charity’s 8 October newsletter, the car is due to appear at the Race of Remembrance in North Wales. It will be on display and take part in demonstration laps.
For anyone drawn to the MX-5’s history, this is a chance to see a first-generation car with a very different story to tell. The one-off livery belongs to this heritage car; it is not a new retail MX-5 edition.
6–8 November 2026
An endurance race that makes time to remember
The Race of Remembrance takes place at Trac Môn, Anglesey Circuit, from 6–8 November 2026. Mission Motorsport’s flagship event brings military veterans, service leavers and the motorsport community together for a 12-hour endurance race.
Its defining moment comes on Sunday morning, when the racing pauses for a remembrance service. That pause gives the whole paddock a shared opportunity to reflect before the cars return to the circuit.
If you are planning to attend, use Mission Motorsport’s October update for the public ticket link and its event calendar for the latest arrangements. Check visitor information before travelling rather than treating a car display as a separately bookable driving experience.
Beyond the circuit
Supporting the people behind the event
Mission Motorsport uses motorsport and the automotive industry to support people affected by military service. Its work includes recovery activities, training and help towards civilian employment. The race gives that work a visible focal point, but the charity’s purpose continues throughout the year.
There is also a way to take part without making the journey to Anglesey. The charity’s Legacy Lap initiative invites supporters to sponsor a five-metre section of a virtual circuit map, adding a dedication or message as the track changes from red to green.
A donation or visit is a personal choice. The useful starting point is the charity’s own information, where you can see what it does and how to get involved.
Your questions answered
When is the 2026 Race of Remembrance?
The event is scheduled for 6–8 November 2026 at Trac Môn, Anglesey Circuit, in North Wales. Check the organiser’s latest visitor information before travelling.
Which Mazda is the poppy art car?
It is Mazda UK’s 1995 first-generation MX-5 heritage car, with a bespoke livery created by Mission Motorsport’s wrap team.
Is the poppy MX-5 a special edition I can buy?
Mazda’s announcement concerns a one-off heritage car for charity and event use. For current retail MX-5 models, follow the Invicta model and offers links below.
Will the MX-5 be racing in the endurance event?
Mazda says the heritage car will be on display and take part in demonstration laps. The announcement does not describe it as a competing race entry.
Can spectators attend?
Yes. Mission Motorsport’s October newsletter includes a public ticket link. Use the organiser’s information to check admission and visitor arrangements.
How can I support the event without attending?
Mission Motorsport’s Legacy Lap initiative allows supporters to sponsor part of a virtual circuit map with a dedication. Its website also explains other ways to support the charity.
Your next step
Discover the MX-5 with Invicta Mazda
Inspired by the car behind the artwork? Explore today’s MX-5 range and discuss your next step with Invicta Mazda Bolton or Northampton.
Sources and useful links
Mazda UK announcement · Race of Remembrance · October charity update · Legacy Lap
UK information checked 13 October 2026.
