• Bikes for Sale
  • News
  • Buyer’s guide
    • Buy a Motorcycle
    • First Rides & Reviews
    • Specs, Prices & Others
  • Lifestyle
    • Concepts & Custom
    • Electric Motorcycles
    • Events
    • Locals
    • Motorsport
    • Travel
    • Tips & Stories
  • CSR Programme
  • Loan Calculator
imotorbike logo
  • Bikes for Sale
  • News
  • Buyer’s guide
    • Buy a Motorcycle
    • First Rides & Reviews
    • Specs, Prices & Others
  • Lifestyle
    • Concepts & Custom
    • Electric Motorcycles
    • Events
    • Locals
    • Motorsport
    • Travel
    • Tips & Stories
  • CSR Programme
  • Loan Calculator
  • Facebook

  • Instagram

  • X (Twitter)

  • YouTube

  • LinkedIn

  • RSS

Motorsport

MotoGP announces world’s first ever e-bike racing championship

MotoGP announces world’s first ever e-bike racing championship
Michelle L.
February 7, 2018

Photo credits: Hackernoon

Heads up, the world’s first electric motorcycle racing championship has been announced today! The championship is in partnership with Dorna Sports (behind MotoGP) and the FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) and ENEL is the title sponsor.

The championship will make its debut next year and will be using electric motorcycles specifically made by Italian electric motorcycle manufacturer Energica.

“We are proud to have been chosen by Dorna and we are already committed to this project. The passion for engines is what brought us here, to build new dream vehicles right at the beating heart of speed, Modena, the Italian Motor Valley,” said Livia Cevolini, CEO Energica Motor.

Photo credits: MCN

“We took the electric field to another level: each Energica undergoes quality control and performance tests, and our R&D department is always focused on new technologies and their concrete application. Our history comes from racing, our passion for this sector has never faded. FIM Moto-e World Cup is an excellent project. After all, it is what we hoped since our racing years, now it can be managed professionally thanks to Dorna and its unique and long-lasting experience.”

A total of 11 teams will be competing against one another in the championship using the Energica Ego.

Photo credits: Fox News

“We are delighted to announce this new Dorna-Enel partnership, with Enel having shown a solid plan in the development of renewable energy generation technologies. The FIM started with a Sustainability programme 25 years ago,” said Vito Ippolito, FIM President.

“We consider this as one key pillar for the future of motorcycling and for the evolution in the field of Alternative Energies. We are absolutely confident that the partnership between Dorna, Energica and Enel will ensure that within the sports sector, we are contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, especially those related with Affordable Clean Energy.”

The race calendar will be announced later this year.

Photo credits: Read Motorsport

Related Items
To read the full story
login with google
login with facebook
or
Create an account for free
This won't cost you.
by clicking this button you agree to iMotorbike's visitor agreement
Already have an account? Sign in here
Click here to get notified on every new article
Motorsport
February 7, 2018
Michelle L.

An avid fan of motorsports bringing you top-notch content from the two-wheeler world! Gear up for the latest updates and news with top speed delivery

Related Items

More in Motorsport

2027 BMW M 1000 RR Gets Lighter Racing-Derived Frame

Hazique ZairillOctober 22, 2026
Read More

Jeremy Alcoba Joins Yamaha for 2027 World Supersport Championship

Hazique ZairillOctober 22, 2026
Read More

Yamaha Motor Europe and Ten Kate Racing to End Successful Partnership After 2026

Amzar HazeeqOctober 21, 2026
Read More

Hakim Danish Aims to Score Valuable Points at the Australian GP

Amzar HazeeqOctober 21, 2026
Read More

Augusto Fernandez Replaces Injured Toprak Razgatlıoğlu for Philip Island

Amzar HazeeqOctober 21, 2026
Read More

2027 MotoGP Rider Line-Up: Bagnaia Joins Aprilia, Acosta Partners Marquez at Ducati

Hazique ZairillOctober 21, 2026
Read More

Diogo Moreira Promoted to Honda HRC Castrol for 2027 MotoGP Season

Hazique ZairillOctober 21, 2026
Read More

Toprak Razgatlıoğlu Ruled Out for Remainder of 2026 MotoGP Season

Hazique ZairillOctober 21, 2026
Read More

Aprilia Racing Ready for Australian MotoGP at Phillip Island

Amzar HazeeqOctober 21, 2026
Read More

Rapid KL to Deploy 85 Buses for MotoGP Malaysia 2026 Shuttle Service

Hazique ZairillOctober 20, 2026
Read More

Xavi Vierge Ends Pata Maxus Yamaha Stint With Strong Finish at Jerez

Amzar HazeeqOctober 19, 2026
Read More

Carlos Cano Earns Moto3 Promotion With CFMOTO Aspar Team for 2027

Amzar HazeeqOctober 19, 2026
Read More
We want to buy your bike Join us on Instagram
Scroll for more
Tap
@imotorbike.my
  • Popular

  • Latest

  • Comments

  • Carter Thompson Claims Maiden WorldSPB Victory
    IndustrySeptember 28, 2026
  • Honda and Onitsuka Tiger Unveil Exclusive Motorcycle Concept
    Concepts & CustomSeptember 25, 2026
  • Honda CB750 Hornet-Based ‘Mugen’ Wins 2026 Honda Customs Contest
    Concepts & CustomOctober 1, 2026
  • MotoGP Sepang 101: Essential Tips and Guide for Race Weekend
    EventsSeptember 29, 2026
  • Cardo and HJC Launch HJC PACKTALK With DMC Technology for Up to 31 Riders
    Buyer's guideSeptember 25, 2026
  • Weekly Promo Highlights: Fourth Week of October 2026 at iMotorbike
    Buyer's guideOctober 23, 2026
  • Types of Motorcycle Engine Oil: Which One Should You Pick?
    Buyer's guideOctober 23, 2026
  • Honda Unveils CBR500R FOUR with 502cc Inline-Four Engine and E-Clutch
    Buyer's guideOctober 23, 2026
  • 2027 BMW M 1000 RR Gets Lighter Racing-Derived Frame
    Buyer's guideOctober 22, 2026
  • Jeremy Alcoba Joins Yamaha for 2027 World Supersport Championship
    MotorsportOctober 22, 2026
  • MV Agusta Lucky Explorer Project 9.5: testing the Schiranna prototype - news.iNthacity: More Top Breaking News and Popular Stories To Stay Informed says:

    […] Michelle Liew […]

  • CFMOTO 450SR to enter Malaysia in March 2023 at RM29,300 - news.iNthacity: More Top Breaking News and Popular Stories To Stay Informed says:

    […] Michelle Liew […]

  • Suzuki V-Strom now available in Malaysia at RM81,900 - news.iNthacity: More Top Breaking News and Popular Stories To Stay Informed says:

    […] Michelle Liew […]

  • Colin says:

    I hope they make the Dax street legal. Love to…

  • Mohd Razi bin Rosli says:

    Adv 150cc

Corporate

About Us
Terms of Use
Privacy Policy
Disclosure Policy
Contact Us
SUBSCRIBE NOW!

2024 iMotorbike World Sdn. Bhd.(1205246-M). All rights reserved.

Hero Xpulse concept to be revealed in upcoming Auto Expo 2018
Russian scientists to come up with a space motorcycle for astronauts