FIM to launch a new electric motorcycle racing series in 2010Filed under: Motorsports, Hybrids/Alternative, Green, Motorcycles
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Following up on the success of the world's first zero-emissions motorcycle race at the Isle of Man earlier this month, the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) has announced plans to launch a new electric motorcycle racing series in 2010. As part of the Road Racing Grand Prix Commission, the project will be led by Azhar Hussain, organizer and founder of the TTXGP. Says FIM President Vito Ippolito:I am very happy to with this new Series, the future of the sport depends on our capacity as well as that of the manufacturers to innovate quickly. We are convinced that very shortly the motorcycle World Championships will be accessible to non-polluting engines as far as gas and sound emissions are concerned. Now that this important decision is taken, we have to work on rules and calendar to be ready to compete in 2010.Details on possible entrants and regulations are scarce at this time, but we'd expect to see a number of competitors from the TTXGP take part in the FIM series, such as Brammo, Mission Motors, Motoczysz, Electric Motorsport and the race-winning team from Agni Motors. Expect more information to filter out following the upcoming eGrandPrix race at Mid Ohio on July 24-26.Gallery: Qualifying at TTXGP[Source: eGrandPrix]Continue reading FIM to launch a new electric motorcycle racing series in 2010FIM to launch a new electric motorcycle racing series in 2010 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.Permalink | Email this | Comments
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