press release | February 2, 2024
The FIM E-Explorer World Cup has announced that Honda Racing Corporation (Team HRC) will race a CR Electric Proto motocrosser in the 2024 FIM E-Explorer World Cup. The team will be represented by 2024 Dakar Rally rider Tosha Sha Reina and his Italian WMX champion Francesca. Nocera.
Koji Watanabe, President and Representative Director of Honda Racing Corporation: “As Honda's commitment to carbon neutrality grows in importance, HRC has decided to enter the FIM E-Xplorer World Cup, a new category of electric off-road bike racing in motorsport. By taking on the challenge of the electric motorcycle race series, we will hone our skills in the real world, accumulate know-how and knowledge, and further accelerate human resource development. Please look forward to Honda's efforts.”
Valentin Guillonnet, FIM E-Xplorer World Cup Co-Founder: “The announcement that Team HRC will be joining our championship is an important milestone. Honda’s commitment to a sustainable future through engaging, yet environmentally friendly motorsport is the message we want to convey. With their expertise, we expect a high level of competition at E-Xplorer in the near future.”
The announcement was made ahead of the first race of Season 2, when the E-Xplorer heads to Osaka, Japan on February 16th and 17th. Hoping for an outstanding performance at home, HRC will be looking to prove their authority as a competitive team in the series.
HRC's commitment to the E-Xplorer demonstrates the electric motorcycle industry's commitment to breakthrough technology and innovation that is paving the way for a sustainable future in motorsport.
The 2024 E-Xplorer calendar will visit five countries and two brand new locations throughout the groundbreaking season. The action begins in Osaka, then the E-Xplorer heads to Europe, making rounds in Norway, France, and Switzerland. This year's finale will be held in the second new venue, India, kicking off a historic season.
The FIM E-Xplorer World Cup and HRC are gearing up for an emotional journey that will mark a new era in electric motorcycle racing around the world.
For more information, please visit https://www.fimexplorer.com/.
