P1racenews AI automatic summary:
After seven seasons crowning six champions, with a mid-stream change of manufacturers and upgrade to full FIM world championship status, the FIM was rather unceremoniously parked at the conclusion of its 2025 campaign.
The decision to delete the MotoE category was met with mixed feelings, with disappointment over the outcome but an understanding that little could be done about it.
Over seven seasons and six champions, MotoE struggled to gain traction and connect with fans, ultimately leading to its hiatus in 2025.
Despite efforts to promote the electric bike category, MotoE fell short of expectations, prompting the decision to put it on hold.
With the series feeling increasingly isolated and lacking in star power, MotoE failed to integrate smoothly into the MotoGP weekend schedule.
Although some riders, like inaugural champion Matteo Ferrari, saw the potential in MotoE’s development and fun factor, the series ultimately failed to resonate with audiences and will now be remembered as a brief chapter in motorcycle racing history.
