2026 is the 12th edition of the famous Slow Rally, held in Guastalla
We are once more preparing for the 12th edition of the Slow Rally, held in Guastalla, RE Italy.
"Vince chi arriva ultimo!" (The last one to arrive wins!)
The event is scheduled for October, 2026 (date to be confirmed) and Morclean Ltd will be again be supporting the event.
With only a few weeks to go we’re busy looking at logistics and planning the route!
We’re also looking for sponsors for this event, all monies raised are paid directly to the 2 charities – Anfass (Reggio IT) and Fairplay (Chesterfield UK).
Firstly, a big thank you to everyone who has sponsored, contributed or donated to the event in previous years. Your support has always been very much appreciated.
We are seeking contributions or sponsorship again this year. Money raised going directly to both Fairplay and ANFFAS.
The event continues to directly support people who genuinely need help. Any contribution would be greatly appreciated. This time, we are receiving contributions directly rather than through fundraising platforms. This avoids associated charges and ensures that all of the money raised goes directly to the two charities.
Sponsorship, contributions or donations can now be made to a Barclays charity account:
Peter Morley – A/C No. 33632903 – Sort Code: 20-20-50
Thank you for your support which makes this event possible and helps many children.
Please scroll down this page to see photographs from previous years.
What is the ‘Rally Lento’ or ‘Slow Rally’
The Slow Rally (or Rally Lento) at Guastalla, in Reggio Emilia, is a charming annual charity event with an intentionally backwards rule: the winner is the car that finishes last.
It was devised and organised by Ginetto (Gino) Tosi, who has long been involved in fundraising and activities supporting people with disabilities in the Guastalla/Reggio Emilia area. The event reaches its 12th year in 2026. Morclean’s Peter Morley has contributed for many years and donations raised by him also benefit the charity FairPlay in Chesterfield.
What actually happens
A collection of classic, sports and unusual cars gather around Piazza Mazzini in the centre of Guastalla. Past entrants have included Ferraris, Jaguars, Porsches, Mercedes, an MG, VW Beetle, Cadillac, military Jeep and, rather wonderfully, Gino Tosi’s 1970s olive-green Fiat 500.
The cars make several laps, more recently described as five laps, around the cobbled streets of the historic centre. They’re timed, but unlike a normal rally the object is to take as long as possible. The slowest finisher wins. There is apparently a leader-board in the piazza so spectators can follow this somewhat unusual battle for last place.
The really important part of it, though, is that people supported by Anffas, the Italian organisation for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, ride in the cars as passengers or ‘navigators. And a wonderful time is had by all.
From The Archives!
This amusing video from 2021 explains why sponsoring or donating to this year’s Slow Rally is so important.
Your kind donation will help children through the charity Fairplay. This local charity supports children and young people with disabilities and
additional needs, and their families, across North Derbyshire.
Slow Rally 2025 - 17th October 2025
This year it’s the 11th Edition of the 2025 Slow Rally, held in Guastalla
Peter Morley, Managing Director of Morclean comments:
We’re currently preparing for the 11th edition of the Slow Rally, held in Guastalla, RE Italy
The event is scheduled for Friday the 17th of October, 2025 (subject to confirmation) and Morclean Ltd will be supporting the event
With only 9 weeks to go (at the time of writing) we’re busy looking at logistics and planning the route! We’re also looking for sponsors for this event, all monies raised are paid directly to the 2 charities – Anfass (Reggio IT) and Fairplay (Chesterfield UK).
Peter Morley, continued with;
“The ‘winner’ here isn’t the fastest car, but the slowest one to complete five laps around the charming central town of Guastalla — all while giving our special guests with disabilities a joyride in an incredible lineup of cars. It’s pure magic for everyone involved, and an unforgettable treat for the lucky passengers who get to experience it first hand”
Last year’s Slow Rally brought an even more dazzling collection of classic and rare cars to the piazza, proving once again that in this race, last place is the place to be. We’re thrilled to be part of it again this year — especially as we celebrate the event’s 11th anniversary!
Peter added…
“That’s a wonderful milestone and a well-earned tribute to the passion, dedication, and teamwork of everyone who makes this special tradition possible.”
Thanks for your support, and here’s where you can donate:
On JUST GIVING
Please scroll down this page to see photographs from previous years.
Slow Rally 2024 - 11th October 2024
2024 is the 10th year of The Slow Rally in Guastalla
Peter Morley, Managing Director of Morclean comments:
“Once again I’ll be supporting the Slow Rally held in Guastalla, Northern Italy. The 10th edition will take place on the Fri 11th October 2024 at 5pm. I’m supporting the event while raising money for both Anfass (Reggio IT) and Fairplay (Chesterfield UK).
“I’m not climbing mountains, riding a bike, or running a marathon in order to raise money, but we do provide direct support and money to both charities while providing a memorable day for all the participants.
“The winner is the car that is the slowest to come in around the 5 laps, circulating the central piazza of Guastalla, with disabled guests enjoying a ride in a fabulous selection of cars. That’s great for anyone involved, and really lucky for anyone that has the opportunity to enter the race as a passenger – even I don’t to ride in any of these fabulous cars!
“Last year’s event saw even more collectable cars entering the annual race, where the winner comes last! We’re proud to support the Slow Rally again this time. It’s also remarkable to note that this is now the 10th edition – an achievement in itself for all those involved in organising orchestrating the event
Thanks for your support, and here’s where you can donate:
On JUST GIVING
Slow Race 2023
Another successful Slow Rally for 2023
Once again Peter Morley, MD at Morclean Ltd, has supported the Slow Rally held in Guastalla (RE) Italy. This years event saw even more collectable cars entering the annual race, where the winner comes last!
All monies raised during the event are split between Fairplay in Chesterfield and Anffas in Italy and we’re proud to support this event again this time
Peter Morley (MD) added “I have seen first hand the people that we directly help when money is raised for these two organisations. I’m delighted to be part of the whole team that organises this event”
Headed up by Gino Tosi, and associate of Morclean, the race saw a selection of cars touring 5 laps on the cobbled streets of Guastalla, with Gino and his colleagues presenting a prize a the end
A smiling Gino was quoted as saying “last year, the winner came last – only because he wanted to stop for the toilet on the 3rd lap…”
The light hearted afternoon is fun, with bubbles for the visitors and orange juice for the drivers, with a presentation held at the Mancini Bar in Guastallas’ main Piazza! However there’s a serious side to this; The monies raised provide actual help and support to these two organisations, with adults supported by Anffas entering the race as passengers, providing a fantastic experience for them all
Slow Race 2022
Once again I’ll be supporting the Slow Race held in Guastalla, Northern Italy.
The 8th edition will be held on Fri 21st October and I’m raising money for both Anfass (Reggio IT) and Fairplay (Chesterfield UK). The winner is the car to come in last, with disabled guests enjoying a ride in a fabulous selection of cars
This year on Friday 21st October, the 8th edition of the Slow Race will once again be held in Guastalla – a town in the Reggio Emilia area of Northern Italy. A selection of classic cars will attend and race around the town centre cobbled streets such Via Gonzaga, with the race starting in Piazza Mazzini.
Last year saw Ferraris, a Fiat Army Jeep, VW Beetle, Maserati’s, MG, Jaguar, Mercedes, Jaguars, Porcha etc. Some cars with €250,000 price tag and also the ‘priceless’ and infamous 1970’s olive green Fiat 500 driven by the event organiser Gino Tosi
So what’s different about this race? The winner comes last! All cars are timed around a set circuit and a ‘leader board’ is displayed in the Piazza for all the crowd to see. At the end of the race, all the times are checked and the slowest car completing several laps around the town is the winner
Not only that, but a selection of lucky guests, with developmental and learning disabilities, get to ride as a passenger in one of these fabulous and collectable cars and ride around the town to the noise of car horns, music and the local crowds
There’s a small prize for the winner, along with a presentation, and then all line up for a photograph taken by the local Reggio newspaper. The cars that entered the race are lined up in the square for anyone to see, before and after the race, which set in the beautiful back drop of this quaint and unpretentious town
All donations are paid to the 2 charities directly, with a 100% of monies raised being given to them without any deductions for travel or other expenses for Morclean to attend the event. Again this year the money will be split between Anffas in Italy and Fairplay in Chesterfield
Peter Morley’s MD said “I want to help support people living with the challenges of developmental difficulties and learning disabilities so that they have the best possible quality of life, by supporting them practically”
Peter has met with not only the event organisers and Anfass volunteers, but has strolled around town, had dinner with the guests and taken them to various shops, getting to know the individuals that the money goes to help improve their lives. Peter also has close ties with Tony and the team at Fairplay.
Peter added “All donations will directly fund travel, equipment and excursions for the people that need it in both Guastalla and Chesterfield”
This year, Peter will be joined by Morclean’s Production and Assembly Manager Harry Morley who will also assist with the race set up, and be there for the event and presentation
Harry said “this year it will be great to get to see the actual race in person and I’m looking forward to meeting everyone in Guastalla”
Gallery
Slow Race 2021
Morclean is aiming for last place in the 7th Edition Charity ‘Slow Race’ held in Italy in September 2021.
The yearly event, which was last held on the 18th September 2020, sees amazing cars such as Ferraris, Jaguar’s, (and Gino’s Fiat 500), all compete to come last!
Morclean’s MD and all-round cleaning solutions innovator, Peter Morley, is taking part in this year’s Slow Race, raising money for two charities that support children and adults with physical, sensory, learning and behavioural disabilities.
If you are interested in supporting this incredible cause, please visit Peter’s GoFundMe page here or visit our latest blog post for more information.
100% of any monies raised given to charity.
