Bosch makes racing karts quiet and emissions-free

Bosch, together with the FIA Electric, the New Energy Commission, and the German Motorsport Association (DMSB), are showcaing the 'e-kart'. Within the greater context of the FIA Formula E, the e-kart is a purely electric racing kart prototype. Two starter-generators delivering a total output of 20kW form the basis of the new powertrain, which sends a sporting 300Nm of torque to the rear axle. It goes from 0-100 km/h under five seconds and has a top speed of over 130km/h. 

"With the e-kart, the FIA, DMSB, and Bosch are together laying the foundations for 'electrifying' performance kart racing. Just as it has on the roads, electrification will bring more excitement, driving pleasure, and greater efficiency to race tracks," says Dr. Markus Heyn, member of the board of management of Robert Bosch GmbH.

DMSB General Secretary Christian Schacht is also enthusiastic about the electric racing kart, "We're happy to support the forward-looking and exciting FIA electric kart project. As an advanced technology nation, Germany very much has a special obligation to support electromobility in motorsports. We do that with Formula E, and we also do that by supporting junior kart racing drivers."