The world’s first electric scooter racing series, the eSkootr Championship (eSC), debuted in 2021 with eco-friendly electric scooters taking center stage.
Aiming at a new narrative of sustainability in motorsport, the eSC has a unique concept that is intended to draw a new audience to motorsport. The tournament is made up of five teams, each with two riders, competing in a series of 25-minute races.
Electric scooters used in the eSC are custom-built and capable of achieving speeds of up to 100 km/h. (62 mph). The scooters are powered by lithium-ion batteries, which are totally rechargeable and have a range of up to 40 kilometres. (25 miles).
The eSC was created to promote sustainability in motorsport, with an emphasis on lowering emissions and developing green energy. The tournament is also intended to demonstrate the potential of electric vehicles in the hopes of inspiring more people to switch to electric transportation.
This eco-friendly racing series has gained backing from high-profile motorsport individuals, including Nico Rosberg, former Formula One World Champion, who serves as the championship’s sustainability ambassador and also received sponsorship from well-known brands such as BMW and Continental.
The eSkootr Championship (eSC) launched its inaugural season in July 2021, with the first race held in London. Since then, the championship has traveled to several cities worldwide, including Monaco and Saudi Arabia. eSC is also leading the way toward achieving environmental sustainability in motorsport by promoting green energy and reducing emissions. This sets a significant precedent for other motorsport events to follow.
According to a BBC Sport report, transportation is a major contributor to climate change, with approximately 7 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide produced globally in 2020 from mobility. Formula 1 alone produces over 250,000 tonnes of carbon waste each year, not including fans’ transportation to races. This comprises logistics, including road, air, and sea freight at 45 percent, and personnel travels at 27.7 percent. However, the sport has pledged to achieve a net-zero carbon footprint by 2030.
The eSC is reducing the environmental impact of racing events. Its widespread adoption of electric vehicles has the potential to reduce the consumption of fossil fuels and create a cleaner and healthier environment.
By reducing emissions and promoting eco-friendly transportation, the eSC is driving change in the automobile industry and inspiring a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future for motorsport.
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