Professor Mike Grandinetti (L) and Dario Marrafuschi (R) Pirelli Head of Research and Development Motorsport, but now Motorsports Boss. Photo was taken in 2017.

Dario Marrafuschi Appointed New Head Of Pirelli Motorsport, Replacing Mario Isola

Pirelli announced today that, effective March 1st, Dario Marrafuschi (pictured on right in 2017) will become Head of Pirelli’s Motorsport Business Unit replacing Mario Isola who will provide support until July 1st to ensure a smooth and effective transition. Isola will then leave the company to pursue new professional challenges.

Marrafuschi, who joined the company in 2008, has extensive experience in Formula 1 in the Research and Development area and in recent years, has headed the development of Pirelli’s road products. Like Isola, Marrafuschi will report to Giovanni Tronchetti Provera, Executive Vice President of Sustainability, New Mobility & Motorsport.

The Company wishes to thank Mario Isola for the dedication and great passion with which he has contributed to the growth of the Motorsport business unit over the years.

Mario Isola, Pirelli technical director, during the Winter testing days 1, Formula 1 World championship 2026 Bahrain 11-13 February 2026
Mario Isola, Pirelli technical director, during the Winter testing days 1, Formula 1 World championship 2026 Bahrain 11-13 February 2026