Introducing the Pioneer 25: Extreme H's Revolutionary Hydrogen-Powered Race Car
Key Ideas
  • Extreme E unveils the Pioneer 25, a hydrogen-powered race car named to represent the transition to Extreme H, the world’s first hydrogen racing series.
  • The car, developed by Spark Racing Technology and Symbio, features a 75kW hydrogen fuel cell, producing zero carbon emissions and boasting impressive performance capabilities.
  • Alejandro Agag emphasizes the importance of hydrogen fuel cells in reducing carbon footprints and promoting clean energy solutions, positioning Extreme H as a pioneer in sustainable motorsport.
  • Mark Grain praises the development of the Pioneer 25 as a significant step towards a hydrogen-powered championship, with the 2025 season finale set to debut in North America.
The Extreme E racing series has introduced the Pioneer 25, a groundbreaking hydrogen race car that marks the shift towards Extreme H, the world's first hydrogen racing series. Developed by Spark Racing Technology and equipped with a 75kW hydrogen fuel cell from Symbio, the Pioneer 25 is set to revolutionize motorsport by producing only water as a byproduct, ensuring zero carbon emissions. This new car has undergone extensive testing to match three racing seasons' worth of performance standards and is designed to deliver impressive results. With a peak 400kW (550hp) output, the Pioneer 25 can accelerate the 2200-kilogram race car from 0-100kph in just 4.5 seconds and tackle gradients of up to 130 percent. The Extreme H series will kick off in Saudi Arabia, maintaining the tradition established by the Extreme E calendar, before moving on to the European leg starting in the UK. Alejandro Agag, CEO of Extreme H, expresses pride in pioneering the future of sustainable motorsport with the hydrogen race car, emphasizing the role of hydrogen fuel cells in reducing carbon footprints and promoting clean energy solutions. Mark Grain, the Technical Director at Extreme E, commends the uncompromised development of the Pioneer 25, highlighting the collaborative efforts that have led to the creation of a high-performance hydrogen-powered championship vehicle. As the 2025 Extreme H season approaches, the Pioneer 25's debut in North America for the season finale signifies a significant milestone in the promotion of hydrogen technology within the racing industry.
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