The Monterey Motorsports Festival 2025 made an unforgettable mark as Car Week’s closing event. With more than 6,000 attendees and over 300 cars on display, the evening blended cars, culture, and live music into a celebration unlike any other. The standout moment came when the Peralta S hypercar, created by Fabrizio Giugiaro, claimed Best in Show during its U.S. debut.
Peralta S Hypercar Wins Best in Show
Carlos Peralta’s Peralta S drew crowds the moment it was revealed. Inspired by the 1972 Maserati Boomerang concept, its wedge-shaped aluminum body looked futuristic yet timeless. Created at GFG Style in Turin, the car honored Italian design heritage while pushing into the future.
Power and Performance of the Peralta S
The Peralta S rides on a Maserati MC20 chassis and keeps the mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive setup. Power comes from a 621hp twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6. With that engine, the hypercar blends lightweight design and aggressive styling with thrilling performance. Its forward-hinged canopy makes entry dramatic and unforgettable, reminding fans why it deserved the Best in Show award.
Drift Stars and Donut Island Thrills
Beyond the hypercar spotlight, Monterey Motorsports Festival 2025 brought pure entertainment. Red Bull drift athlete Mad Mike traveled from New Zealand to light up Donut Island with tire-shredding action. Fans also watched Federico Sceriffo throw his Ferrari 599 GTB sideways, alongside other exotic machines like Daily Driven Exotics’ twin-turbo Ferrari. The combination of smoke, sound, and spectacle kept energy levels high throughout the night.
Music Takes Center Stage
Cars weren’t the only stars of the festival. Four live bands entertained crowds before platinum-selling DJ Dillon Francis closed the night with a high-energy set. For the first time in Car Week history, an event combined world-class cars with a headline music act, setting Monterey Motorsports Festival apart from traditional shows.
Awards Celebrate Car Culture Diversity
The judging panel honored a wide variety of cars across multiple categories. Chevrolet Impalas stood strong, winning in Legacy, Lowrider, and ASI classes. A customized BMW 323i took home the Custom Award, while a Corvette convertible earned the Exotic title. Federico Sceriffo’s Ferrari 599 GTB secured the Motorsports Award, showing the broad range of performance and style represented.
Community Impact and Nonprofit Partners
The festival wasn’t only about cars and music. Seventeen nonprofit partners took part, raising more than $50,000. From the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run to the Monterey County Family Justice Center, each partner highlighted how the event was rooted in community purpose. Attendees enjoyed the spectacle while also supporting local organizations.
A Night That Redefined Car Week
Monterey Motorsports Festival 2025 proved that Car Week can be more than polished concours lawns. It delivered a vibrant mix of hypercars, drift action, live music, and community engagement. With its debut success, MMF has already positioned itself as a must-attend tradition for years to come.
Summary
The Monterey Motorsports Festival 2025 captured the essence of car culture with thrilling cars, music, and charitable partnerships. From the debut of the Peralta S hypercar to drift action and headline performances, it closed Car Week with energy and style.
Disclaimer:
Details provided are based on official event highlights from Monterey Motorsports Festival 2025 and may be subject to updates.
Source: Monterey Motorsports Festival
