MotoGP fans, the electric storm of MotoE World Championship is hitting the brakes, at least for now. After seven seasons of electrifying clashes, the MotoE World Championship is set to go on an indefinite hiatus post-2025. But why did this promising electric bike racing series, which debuted with so much buzz in 2019, suddenly hit pause? Let’s break down the facts and what this means for the future of motorcycle racing.
Why Is MotoGP Suspending MotoE World Championships
First off, MotoGP and the International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) made it clear: despite all the hype and effort, MotoE just didn’t gain the fan traction it needed. The MotoE World Championships started strong, riding the wave of enthusiasm for electric vehicles and sustainability.
Initially, it featured six races in 2019, which expanded to a peak of 16 races across eight rounds. Lately, though, the calendar shrank to seven rounds in 2025, signalling trouble on the horizon. In the fiercely competitive world of motorsports, fan engagement is king, and unfortunately, MotoE failed to capture and hold enough eyeballs over the long haul.
The Bigger Problem
Then there’s the elephant in the room, the electric performance motorcycle market itself. The industry hasn’t evolved at the breakneck speed many had hoped for. While electric cars have surged into the limelight, electric bikes have lagged behind, especially at the performance level required for world-class racing.
The bikes provided by Ducati (since 2023, replacing the original Energica Ego Corsa) are feats of engineering, with speeds topping 171 mph. But compared to the roaring combustion engines of MotoGP’s traditional classes, hitting over 220 mph, they still feel a step behind. This slower tech evolution means the racing innovation and excitement fans crave weren’t fully realised in the MotoE World Championships.
MotoGP Goes Green
Adding to this, MotoGP itself is steering sustainably but differently. Starting in 2027, all MotoGP races will run on 100% non-fossil fuels, up from about 40% in 2024. This ambitious push means the sport is already embracing green tech within its dazzling traditional racing format. Manufacturers are pivoting resources to improve combustion engines with sustainable fuels rather than full electrification, at least for now. So, from an industry standpoint, the focus has subtly shifted away from electric bikes as the primary eco-solution in racing.
But it’s not all darkness for MotoE. The suspension isn’t a cancellation; it’s a “hiatus.” FIM president Jorge Viegas summed it up best and said, “Despite all the best efforts to promote this innovative category together with Dorna, the truth is that we haven’t reached our objectives, nor has the industry associated with performance electric bikes.”
In the end, while the current pause of MotoE might disappoint electric racing fans, it’s a pragmatic move reflecting the complex dance between innovation, fan passion, and market readiness. The thrilling saga of the MotoE World Championship isn’t over; it’s just taking a pit stop. So, keep your eyes peeled; the future of electric motorcycle racing could spark back brighter and faster than ever.
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