Italian race car driver Gianpiero Moretti founded MOMO in 1964 after he commissioned a local craftsman to produce a custom steering wheel for his own race car. This special steering wheel - the first MOMO steering wheel in the company's history - had a superior grip compared to traditional race steering wheels of the time. Drivers from other teams quickly noticed Moretti's new steering wheel and wanted the same for their cars, and the Moretti steering wheel quickly gained fame in the racing community. The steering wheel also caught the attention of Ferrari Formula One driver John Surtees, who wanted to mount it on his single-seater car. John Surtees' Ferarri, equipped with Moretti's race steering wheel, won the Formula One world title in 1964. Gianpiero Moretti turned his passion into a manufacturing reality, and MOMO (short for Moretti Monza) was born.
MOMO is headquartered in Milan, Italy, and its North American operations are based in Kansas City, MO. The company sells a wide range of performance products for the aftermarket and motorsports industries. In addition to its focus on light alloy road wheels, the company continues to develop innovative racing products by integrating advanced technology with quality and superior design. Top drivers used MOMO steering wheels from the GP2 Championships in Europe and Asia to NASCAR in the US.
Since its early days, MOMO has strived to be a leader in product innovation. One example is the company's work creating the first collapsable hub for aftermarket steering wheels. It has remained relevant through the decades by keeping close to the aftermarket and motorsports industries and offering products that help its customers and racers perform. This Italian company has earned respect worldwide because it never deviates from its simple yet strong values - product quality, superior craftsmanship, maximum safety, and the highest performance levels.
Product Lines:
- Steering Wheels
- Seats
- Restraints
- Shift Knobs
- Racing Suits, Gloves, and Shoes
