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Motorsport is a testing ground for environmentally friendly mobility which is why Osaka wants a Formula 1 race. This is just one of the interesting facts related to sustainable motorsport that you will learn this week. I also have details on the FIA’s Sustainability and D&I Report, sustainability at NASCAR and how Extreme E produced 80% of its race site power with hydrogen fuel cells. It’s all in this week’s Sustainable Motorsport Roundup. #sustainablemotorsport https://lnkd.in/e-ACTeNN

As a member of the American University community, sustainability is an important part of every piece of research, every program, class, and conversation. I decided to take a look at the issue of carbon emissions in my favorite motorsport series. Formula 1 is hailed as the pinnacle of motorsport, but It also has one of the world’s largest carbon footprints. Here’s how the racing behemoth is setting itself up for a more sustainable future. #sustainability #goinggreen #Formula1

The second annual Sustainable Championships Index has been released and you get the details on who leads the pack and how you can download your copy in the latest Sustainable Motorsport Roundup. You will also find out how the Pau Grand Prix plans to reboot for a more sustainable event in 2025, why a hydrogen combustion engine may come to tracks sooner than you think and how Porsche is embracing sustainability in their motorsport activities. #sustainablemotorsport

The Sustainable Motorsport Roundup this week highlights the ongoing challenge of achieving sustainable logistics in motorsport. Though not impossible, these challenges are complex, with opinions divided—some believe progress is too slow, while others feel it’s being impeded. This edition also features a look at the FIA’s sustainability initiatives, the hurdles faced by Formula E, and a visit from Nissan’s Department of Futures. Dive into all this and more in the Sustainable Motorsport Roundup on Motorsport Prospects, your go-to source for sustainable high-performance motorsport news. #sustainablemotorsport https://lnkd.in/ebSvV4mC

New regulations always bring some interesting topics of discussion, people don't like change but when it's safety-focused and funny enough this time removing the holeshot and ride height device to focus more on the rider's skill is an exciting move. Sustainability has always been a big focus in motorsport, with everyone doing their part in preserving our playground and going from 40% to 100% sustainable fuel. Excited to see how these new regulations impact racing. https://lnkd.in/d-hwZMcF #MotoGP

The Sustainable Motorsport Roundup this week highlights the ongoing challenge of achieving sustainable logistics in motorsport. Though not impossible, these challenges are complex, with opinions divided—some believe progress is too slow, while others feel it’s being impeded. This edition also features a look at the FIA’s sustainability initiatives, the hurdles faced by Formula E, and a visit from Nissan’s Department of Futures. Dive into all this and more in the Sustainable Motorsport Roundup on Motorsport Prospects, your go-to source for sustainable high-performance motorsport news. #sustainablemotorsport https://lnkd.in/e-7BZyRr

  Škoda Motorsport Drives Sustainability in WRC2: A Key Player in Green Rallying   Škoda Motorsport is making significant contributions to the sustainability of rallying as a key player in the WRC2 category! With close to 600 Škoda Fabia Rally2 cars sold to customer teams globally. We are at the forefront of efforts to make rallying more environmentally friendly while maintaining technological advancements and excitement. “Sustainability solutions are important for us at Škoda Motorsport, just as they are for the FIA and the WRC Promoter. From our perspective, this is the key to the future of the sport,” says Lukáš Paták at Škoda Motorsport. The FIA World Rally Championship has taken significant steps towards sustainability, becoming the first FIA World Championship to implement sustainable fuels. As the FIA World Rally Championship often visits remote places, the WRC Promoter also became the first motorsport stakeholder to commit to protecting World Heritage Sites. Dr. Johannes Neft, Škoda Auto Board Member for Technical Development, states: “We are appreciating very much, that we have such a good cooperation with the FIA and the WRC Promoter. For us at Skoda, this means, that we have to lead into the future with innovative ideas and a good cooperation with our suppliers. We are stepping forward in the entire sustainable chain which we are responsible for.” This commitment reinforces the brand's position as a driving force in sustainable rallying, aligning with the industry's efforts to balance environmental considerations with the excitement and technological advancements that make rallying a compelling sport.

Sustainable motorsport is all about innovation. For those decrying spec series and a lack of motorsport innovation, sustainable motorsport is exciting both off track and on and once again I bring you more examples this week. You will also find out about Maserati Corse’s electric ambitions, how Paddy Lowe is bringing his synthetic fuel to F1 and Pirelli FSC-certified tires. #sustainablemotorsport

Part of what I am covering in this week’s Sustainable Motorsport Roundup is why Toyota supports the switch to synthetic fuels in motorsport with their move to efuels in Formula Regional Oceania. You will also find out what it is like to drive a Porsche GT4-E Performance on ice, the future of Formula 1 engines and Formula E news on the eve of the first race of Season 10. Check it out! #sustainablemotorsport

🏍️ Insights into MotoGP™ 2027 Regulations As MotoGP™ gears up for its radical 2027 rule changes, it's evident that the sport is poised for a significant transformation. Here are my insights into these groundbreaking regulations: Ban on Ride-Height Devices: The outlawing of ride-height and holeshot devices promise to inject an element of unpredictability back into race starts. With the focus shifting back to rider skill, we can anticipate more thrilling and fiercely contested starts reminiscent of old-school racing. Engine Downsizing and Sustainable fuel: While the reduction in engine size and bore diameter may initially lower the top speed and power, but it does open the door to innovative thinking. This move could level the playing field and encourage manufacturers to explore new avenues with sustainable fuel, potentially reshaping the championship dynamics and fostering greater competitiveness. Aerodynamics Homologation: Tighter regulations surrounding aerodynamics homologation signal a strategic shift towards fostering closer racing. However, it also imposes limitations on motorcycle aerodynamics development. Whether these changes will truly level the playing field, or if manufacturers will still find ways to outshine their competitors within the regulations, remains to be seen. It's a development worth keeping a close eye on as MotoGP enters this new chapter. These new regulations not only shape the future for existing teams but also spark the interest of potential new entrants to the sport, with rumors of a new manufacturer having approached for an empty slot on the grid. Here's to a thrilling new era in MotoGP™! 🏁 #MotoGP2027 #RacingEvolution #FutureofMotoGP