Aims to introduce sustainable racing fuel, recycle at all events, and use 100% renewable electricity by 2028
Collaboration with Chevrolet, Ford, Toyota, and ABB for development
Electric racecar could increase fan interest in electric vehicles
NASCAR unveiled first electric racecar on July 6, 2024
Net zero emissions by 2035
Peak power of 1,000 kW (1340 hp)
Prototype features three STARD UHP motors and a 78-kWh battery
NASCAR, the top motorsports series in North America, made history on July 6, 2024 by unveiling its first electric racecar during a reveal event at the Chicago Street Race. The groundbreaking moment marks a significant step towards electrification and sustainability within the sport. NASCAR collaborated with automotive giants Chevrolet, Ford, Toyota, and electrification company ABB to develop this high-performance electric vehicle.
The prototype features three STARD UHP motors and a 78-kWh liquid-cooled battery. It boasts an impressive peak power of 1,000 kW (1340 hp), making it twice as powerful as the current gasoline-powered race cars.
NASCAR's commitment to sustainability is evident in its ambitious plans for the future. By 2028, NASCAR aims to introduce sustainable racing fuel, recycle at all events, and use 100% renewable electricity at facilities and tracks it owns. By 2035, it aims to cut operating emissions to 'net zero.'
The electric racecar prototype is not only a technological marvel but also a potential game-changer for fan engagement. Market research has shown that more than half of avid NASCAR fans would be more interested in purchasing an electric vehicle if they were exposed to it through racing.
Former Cup drivers Riley Nelson and David Ragan conducted track tests on the prototype, gathering valuable insights for future electric racing frameworks. The collaboration between NASCAR and its partners is paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future in motorsports.
NASCAR unveiled its first electric racecar in Chicago on Saturday
The new car is part of NASCAR’s broader sustainability plan and ABB is now its official electrification partner
Eric Warren of General Motors stated that market research showed over half of avid NASCAR fans would be more interested in purchasing an electric vehicle if exposed to it through racing
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The article contains editorializing and sensationalism. The author uses phrases like 'represent electric vehicles in racing as cool, fun and accessible' and 'takes care with energy and optimizes it'. These statements are the author's opinions rather than facts. Additionally, the article mentions that NASCAR is committed to electric vehicles, but does not provide any evidence or sources to support this claim.
If our fans tell us this is what they want to see, we know how to create a racing series around pretty much anything.
The top motorsports series in North America partnered with Chevrolet, Ford, Toyota and electrification company ABB to demonstrate a high-performance electric vehicle and gauge fan interest in electric racing.
They want to represent electric vehicles, and more broadly electrification, in racing as cool, fun and accessible.
NASCAR introduced the ABB NASCAR EV Prototype, an electric stock car, during a reveal at the Chicago street race event.
ABB partnered with NASCAR on the prototype.
The prototype features three STARD UHP motors and a 78-kWh liquid-cooled battery.
Sustainability is a focus, with flax-based composite used in construction and regenerative braking implemented.
Former Cup driver David Ragan conducted track tests to gather insights for future electric racing frameworks.
NASCAR aims to achieve net-zero operating emissions by 2035 and power all NASCAR-owned facilities with renewable electricity by 2028.
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NASCAR unveiled its first electric racecar in Chicago
The electric racecar is a crossover utility vehicle
NASCAR plans to put the electric car on the Chicago street course for fast laps on Sunday morning
NASCAR aims to introduce sustainable racing fuel, recycle at all events, use 100% renewable electricity at facilities and tracks it owns by 2028, and cut operating emissions to 'net zero' by 2035
NASCAR unveiled an all-electric SUV prototype with twice the horsepower of their current gasoline-powered race cars.
The electric SUV has three electric motors capable of producing a maximum of 1300 horsepower.
NASCAR executives have no plans to abandon gasoline-burning power in the near future.
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NASCAR aims to reduce its overall net carbon emissions to zero by 2035.
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The article contains an appeal to authority and a dichotomous depiction. The author quotes NASCAR executives and ABB's executive vice president for electrification in the US, presenting their opinions as facts without providing counter-arguments or critical analysis. Additionally, the article presents a false dichotomy between traditional gasoline-powered race cars and electric vehicles, suggesting that adopting electric technology is mutually exclusive to maintaining NASCAR's connection to road vehicles.
NASCAR’s head of sustainability Riley Nelson says, “The combustion engine is our core product, and that will remain so for the coming future.”
Michael Plaster of ABB is quoted as saying, “Involvement in racing like this hopefully generates interest in EVs and shows what they’re capable of.”
The article suggests that NASCAR must choose between electric vehicles or traditional gasoline-powered cars:
ABB's electric NASCAR prototype made its debut at the Chicago Street Race with a tunable powertrain capable of up to 1,000 kW (1340 hp) of peak power.
NASCAR collaborated with Chevrolet, Ford, and Toyota to develop the electric race car.
The electric NASCAR prototype features an all-wheel drive tubular chassis propelled by three STARD UHP motors and a 78-kWh liquid-cooled battery.
NASCAR aims to source 100% renewable electricity at all of its race tracks and facilities by 2028.
The electric NASCAR prototype is the first Official Partner of NASCAR’s sustainability efforts, called ‘NASCAR Impact.’
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NASCAR unveiled its first electric racecar in Chicago on Saturday
The electric racecar, a crossover utility vehicle, costs $1.5 million and is aerodynamic with a huge wing on the back
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The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy when NASCAR is quoted as saying 'NASCAR says it's serious about making operations across its entire business more sustainable, and that moving its operations from scope 1 (fuel burned) to scope 2 (electric) is a critical element of NASCAR’s sustainability strategy.' This statement implies that because NASCAR has stated this as their goal, it must be true. However, the article does not provide any evidence or data to support this claim.
NASCAR says it’s serious about making operations across its entire business more sustainable, and that moving its operations from scope 1 (fuel burned) to scope 2 (electric) is a critical element of NASCAR’s sustainability strategy.
NASCAR unveiled its first electric racecar in Chicago in partnership with Chevrolet, Ford, Toyota and electrification company ABB.
Market research showed that more than half of avid NASCAR fans surveyed would be more interested in purchasing an electric vehicle if they were exposed to it through racing.
By 2028, NASCAR aims to introduce sustainable racing fuel, recycle at all events and use 100% renewable electricity at facilities and tracks it owns. By 2035, it aims to cut operating emissions to 'net zero.'
NASCAR is also exploring racing with cars that run on hydrogen.
