In motorsport, a satellite team is a team related to a larger, better-funded team (which may be referred to as the factory team), which may involve ownership, technical support, and staff sharing, including drivers.

Definition

If the larger team is factory-backed (i.e. supported by a manufacturer), then the satellite team is termed a semi-works team.

In motorcycle racing such as MotoGP, factory teams are given the most up-to-date motorcycles and parts, while satellite teams may use the previous season's motorcycle and are given equipment updates only after the factory team has had them.

Examples

SportSatellite teamRelated teamReference
NASCARWood Brothers RacingTeam Penske
Leavine Family RacingJoe Gibbs Racing
MotoGPTrackhouse RacingAprilia Racing
VR46 Racing TeamDucati Corse
Gresini Racing
LCR TeamHonda HRC Castrol
Red Bull KTM Tech3Red Bull KTM Factory Racing
Pramac RacingYamaha Motor Racing

See also