Many motorsport fans are reluctant to embrace electric racing, with a common complaint against such competitions as the FIA ETCR – eTouring Car World Cup being its lack of sound. Traditionally, car racing has always been characterized by the sound of loud, high-revving engines and the unmistakable smell of petrol in the air. But times are changing. Technologies are evolving, and the mindset of consumers must start shifting towards living more sustainably to allow our passion for racing, cars, and speed to go unthreatened.
The first time you see an electric car race, you are surprised from the outset. There's no engine noise, true, but the buzz and brutal acceleration mean the lack of your favorite sound can be forgiven. These are cars that are still near the beginning of their evolutionary cycle, with years of innovation ahead in batteries, autonomy, weight, and dynamic behavior. And with brands like CUPRA - developers of the eRacer that won the inaugural FIA ETCR title in 2021 - conducting exhaustive research and development work, there are sure to be many more surprises in future EV competition.
