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The Spark-produced Pioneer 25 car that will race in Extreme H next year has become the first hydrogen-powered racing car to pass FIA crash tests. While the series — currently known as Extreme…
The Spark-produced Pioneer 25 car, set to compete in Extreme H next year, has successfully cleared the FIA crash tests, marking it as the first hydrogen-powered racing car to do so. Despite Extreme E announcing a pause on its 2024 season, the plans for Extreme H’s inaugural hydrogen-powered campaign in 2022 remain on track. Passing the crash tests, focusing on side impact and rollover safety, is a significant achievement in the car’s preparations. Extreme H’s Technical Director, Mark Grain, emphasized the importance of these tests in ensuring the car’s safety and compliance with FIA standards. The successful completion of these tests highlights the collaborative effort between Extreme H and the FIA in creating a pioneering hydrogen racing car. Grain underscored the significance of this milestone, emphasizing that Extreme H’s commitment to safety did not compromise the car’s performance abilities. The design considerations for the car’s hydrogen fuel cell were critical in ensuring its safety and structural integrity during the crash tests.
