Whether it’s formula one, rally cars or even a luxury SUV, you’ll find a pair of Whiteley shears responsible for cutting carbon fibre, upholstery and more.

Mellors Elliot Motorsport

Founded in 1982 by Chris Mellors, Mellors Elliot Motorsport has established itself as one of the leading motorsport build and preparation firms in the world.

Having forged a successful partnership with Malaysian car manufacturer Proton, MEM have secured a World Rally Championship and multiple Asia Pacific titles over several years.

Continuing their unrivalled relationship with Proton, MEM have designed and built the latest R5 specification rally car to hit the market – the Proton Iriz R5. Launched in 2017 and developed and tested by former world rally champion Marcus Gronholm, the Proton Iriz R5 has already taken many national event wins, and is soon to make its mark on the world stage.

Mellors Elliot Motorsport has long been at the forefront of motorsport technology, techniques and progression, adept at responding to the rules and regulations of the ever changing sport. They have developed a string of world-class rally cars, and created many bespoke parts themselves. Whiteley are proud to supply the MEM team with our advanced composite shears, to assist in the cutting of carbon fibre and composite materials that are vital to the performance of the car.