Bengt Mattias Ekström [1] (born 14 July 1978) is a racing and rally driver from Sweden. He competed in the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters for Audi from 2001 until his retirement in 2018, and has been competing in the FIA World Rallycross Championship, also for Audi, since its inception in 2014.

Experienced and versatile, Mattias Ekström’s career has spanned multiple decades and types of car and in 2024, the Swedish driver will compete for the NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team in the Extreme E Championship.

Many of the world's greatest drivers have graced McLaren throughout our 60-year history, but few, if any, can claim to be as versatile as Mattias Ekström. The storied 45-year-old, known as the ‘racing driver for all occasions’, made his karting debut back in 1993 and has since won multiple titles across different racing disciplines, from ...

Dec 22, 2023 · In the world of electromobility, he is seamlessly continuing his winning streak as champion of the Pure ETCR 2021, runner-up in the FIA ETCR 2022 and runner-up in the Extreme E 2023. Mattias Ekström has been involved in professional motorsport for more than two and a …

Oct 2, 2024 · Mattias Ekström is switching to Ford after leaving Audi and will contest the 2025 Dakar Rally – The four drivers for the Ford Raptor T1+ have now been confirmed.

Dec 21, 2022 · Mattias Ekström took part in the world’s longest and toughest cross-country rally for only the second time in 2022. At the same time, it was his first Dakar event ever in a car after a trial year in a side-by-side model. As stage winner, ninth overall and best Audi driver he and co-driver Emil Bergkvist made their mark straight away.

Oct 3, 2024 · Swedish racing driver Mattias Ekström has officially joined Ford Performance for the upcoming 2025 Dakar Rally. This announcement marks a new chapter in Ekström’s illustrious career, which has spanned over two decades and includes multiple championships across various racing disciplines.

Sep 26, 2024 · Mattias Ekström and Audi have parted ways after 23 years, bringing an end to one of motorsport’s longest driver-manufacturer relationships. The Swede announced the news in an emotional video on Instagram earlier today, while Audi Sport held a special farewell event at its Ingolstadt factory.

As one of Audi Sport’s trio of driver teams Mattias Ekström is set to tackle the Dakar Rally alongside co-driver Emil Bergkvist. Discover what drives his enthusiasm for this iconic expedition, the roots of his rallying passion, and why team spirit is crucial in the desert.

May 31, 2021 · Mattias Ekström is a racing driver for all occasions. The Swede is a former World Rallycross champion, two-time DTM champion and the winner of four Race of Champions titles. He is now the “junior” in Audi Sport’s Dakar driver trio. “Go hard or go home” is Mattias Ekström’s motto and trademark.