Extreme E Competitors Embrace Transition to Hydrogen-Powered Pioneer 25
Key Ideas
  • Current Extreme E competitors enthusiastically support the transition to the hydrogen-powered Pioneer 25, applauding the move towards a more sustainable and innovative form of racing.
  • Teams like Rosberg X Racing, Acciona Sainz, NEOM McLaren, E.ON Next Veloce Racing, Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E, JBXE, and Legacy Motor Club express excitement and belief in the potential of hydrogen in motorsport.
  • The launch of Extreme H marks a significant milestone for the championship, showcasing its commitment to advancing technology and promoting environmental sustainability through the use of hydrogen.
  • The announcement of Extreme H's calendar for 2025, featuring 10 races across the Middle East, Europe, and the U.S., along with Red Bull's sponsorship, highlights the growing support and interest in hydrogen-powered racing.
Current competitors of the Extreme E championship have shown strong support for the transition to Extreme H with the unveiling of the hydrogen-powered Pioneer 25. The event took place on the St. Helena ship in London, where team principals like Kimmo Liimatainen of Rosberg X Racing and Carlos Sainz of Acciona Sainz praised the move towards hydrogen technology in motorsport. The introduction of Extreme H is seen as a significant step forward, blending technology advancement with the championship's core values of addressing climate change. NEOM McLaren's managing director, Ian James, highlighted the underrepresented potential of hydrogen in motorsport and expressed excitement about the platform Extreme H provides to showcase its capabilities. Several team leaders, including E.ON Next Veloce Racing's CEO Dan Bailey and Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E's team principal Roger Griffiths, commended the championship's focus on innovation and sustainability. Former F1 champion Jenson Button and NASCAR legend Jimmie Johnson also lauded the move towards hydrogen, emphasizing the positive impact it will have on the racing industry. Red Bull's increased involvement as Extreme H's official energy drink sponsor further solidifies the growing support for hydrogen-powered racing. With the announcement of a 10-race calendar spanning multiple continents for 2025, Extreme H is set to bring the benefits of hydrogen to a global audience, driving progress in sustainable energy solutions within motorsport and beyond.
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