Extreme H Gives First Look At Hydrogen-powered Car

Extreme E has revealed its new purpose-built, hydrogen-powered race car, the Pioneer 25.

Set to begin racing in with the first season of Extreme H in April 2025, the new single-seater car is powered by a 75kW hydrogen fuel cell, developed by Surrey-based environmental biotechnology company Symbio, and can accelerate from 0-100Kph in 4.5 seconds, with a top speed of 200Kph.

According to a statement, the new car, ‘is designed to demonstrate the viability and performance capabilities of hydrogen fuel cells, setting a new standard for eco-friendly motorsport.’

Alejandro Agag, Founder and CEO of Extreme H, said, “We are incredibly proud to introduce the world to the first hydrogen racing car and the Extreme H series. This launch is not just about a new vehicle; it’s about pioneering the future of sustainable motorsport. Hydrogen fuel cells offer a remarkable opportunity to reduce our carbon footprint and promote clean energy solutions, and we are proud to lead this charge with Extreme H.

“The evolution to Extreme H is a momentous moment for our championship. It’s important for every motorsport series to have a unique selling point and hydrogen is very significant. We are undoubtedly hydrogen pioneers, the first in this space, and we are excited to showcase the potential of an element that, in large parts, remains a hugely untapped resource. The large-scale adoption of hydrogen could have enormous benefits not just across motorsport and the automotive industry, but could also unearth a wealth of positive benefits for the future of the planet. Along with our global partners, including PIF – our principal partner – we will continue to redefine the growth of electric sports across the E360 series.

“Our evolution to Extreme H makes us the first-ever testbed of hydrogen technology in motorsport – not only in our racing cars, but also transportation, infrastructure, refuelling processes and safety regulations. It’s a ground-breaking initiative. Our racing series has always been unique, but its future as Extreme H undoubtedly marks racing’s new frontier.”

Mark Grain, Technical Director at Extreme H, said, “Extreme H represents the first-ever testbed of hydrogen technology in motorsport, not just in our racing cars, but also in transportation, infrastructure, refueling processes, and safety regulations. The Pioneer 25 has undergone an intensive testing programme to prepare for its debut, and this groundbreaking initiative positions us as pioneers in the field, showcasing the potential of hydrogen as a sustainable and powerful energy source.

“The Pioneer 25 is more than just a racing car; it is a symbol of our commitment to advancing hydrogen technology and sustainability in motorsport. We are excited to debut this revolutionary vehicle and to continue pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the race towards a greener future.”

The next major milestone for Extreme H will be the first public test of the Pioneer 25, which will take place at Extreme E’s Hydro X Prix in Scotland on 13th and 14th July.