Eco Car Cup 2026 to Be Held on Saturday, August 22! Participant Registration Opens June 22 (Monday)

We are excited to announce the return of the popular 'Eco Car Cup,' where participants race their everyday vehicles on an international racing circuit, competing in both speed and fuel efficiency! Gather your family, friends, or coworkers to form a team and enjoy eco-friendly driving. A new Electric Vehicle (BEV) class has been added!

Fuji Speedway Co., Ltd. will host 'Eco Car Cup 2026' on Saturday, August 22, under the theme of 'safer,' 'faster,' and 'more fuel-efficient.' Since its debut in 2010, this marks the 32nd edition of the event. Two categories will be held: 'Challenge 180' (3-hour endurance race) for eco-cars equipped with fuel-saving technology (excluding kei cars), and 'Enjoy 60' (1-hour endurance race), which also welcomes kei cars.

Registration for participants opens on Monday, June 22. We look forward to your participation in this quiet yet thrilling race.

Event Date

August 22, 2026 (Saturday)

Entry Fee per Team (tax included)

Enjoy60 (1-hour race)

¥24,000

Challenge180 (3-hour race)

¥60,000

Double Entry

¥73,500

Practice Session (one vehicle)

¥20,000

(Driving time: 16:00–17:00)

※ Separate admission fee required (¥1,200 per adult)

・Newly Introduced! Electric Vehicle (BEV) Class Now Recruiting!

'What happens when an electric vehicle runs on a circuit?' Satisfy your curiosity at the Eco Car Cup! The 'Electric Vehicle BEV Class' is joining the event for the first time this year!

Experience a new sensation of circuit driving, where only the sound of tires and wind can be heard. The joy of efficiently managing electricity consumption while passing the baton to your teammates is truly special.

Even those with no prior circuit driving experience can participate using their daily-driven BEV.

Let’s experience together the quiet yet passionate new form of motorsports!

※ BEV Class Notes

① Double entry is not allowed. Teams must choose either Challenge180 or Enjoy60.

② The number of entries may be limited based on registration status.

■ Eco Car Cup: Victory Based on Ranking and Fuel Efficiency Points!

No JAF license or Fuji Speedway Driving License is required. Participants can join easily with minimal equipment such as helmets and gloves.

The competition combines 'ranking' based on speed during the time limit and 'fuel efficiency points' earned through smooth driving.

■ Two Race Categories: 3-Hour 'Challenge 180' and 1-Hour 'Enjoy 60'!

The team with the highest combined score from both categories will be awarded the title of 'Master of Eco Car' and prizes!

● 3-Hour Race 'Challenge 180' – 75 vehicles

Preliminary session doubles as practice. Qualifying positions are determined by how close each lap time is to the benchmark of '3 minutes 15 seconds.'

Teams must complete a minimum of 50 laps, make at least 5 pit stops, and achieve a best lap time of 3 minutes 15 seconds or faster.

Drivers and passengers alternate to balance speed and fuel efficiency while showcasing overall team strength.

● 1-Hour Race 'Enjoy 60' – 75 vehicles

Final starting positions are determined by lottery.

Requires at least 2 pit stops and a best lap time of 4 minutes 45 seconds or faster. This is a beginner-friendly trial class.

Teams that enter both categories and win the overall championship will receive the 'Master of Eco Car' title and additional prizes. We look forward to your participation!

■ Photo Shooting Service (Registration via Website Below)

A service allowing participants to purchase professional photos of their vehicles on the circuit, taken by pro photographers, via the sports photo sales site 'All Sports Community.'

◆ Sports Photo Sales Site 'All Sports Community'

URL: https://allsports.jp/

■ Experience Drive (Free)

After the event, participants’ family and friends can enjoy a free driving experience on the racing course, normally priced at ¥3,300, led by an official pace car.

■ Official Event Website: http://www.japan-racing.jp/fsw/hv.html

■ Inquiries

・Eco Car Cup Office TEL: 0550-78-2255

・Email: ecocar@fujispeedway.co.jp