Veloce Racing and ACCIONA / Sainz XE Team shone during their performances at the Desert X Prix, delighting fans of the 100% electric off-road category. However, before all this happened they were part of the first Legacy Programme of the season.

Recall that the main purpose of the series is to promote sustainability and good environmental practices in all senses, i.e. at the level of soil, air, water, flora and fauna. In this way, Extreme E revealed details about the program that takes place in NEOM.

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The Extreme E Footprint

Back at NEOM, Extreme E supported reconstruction and greening efforts in the developing region located in northwestern Saudi Arabia, following up on the category’s efforts last year.

Last season, the 100% electric off-road category released lizards into the region’s landscape. Now, drivers and series staff went to the NEOM Nature Reserve to contribute to the release of Arabian oryx, red-necked ostriches and Arabian gazelles.

These species have not been able to roam freely in the area for more than a century, according to Extreme E. Therefore, the contribution of the category represents a significant step forward in the restoration of NEOM’s nature initiated in 2022 with the aim of protecting, enhancing biodiversity, rejuvenating natural habitats, reintroducing native species and greening the environment.

Thus, 95 % of NEOM’s land will be set aside for nature conservation, making it one of the largest regreening programs in the world at 25,000 square kilometers.

“Through a combination of active and passive greening, we will add 100 million native trees, shrubs and grasses to NEOM by 2030 as part of the overall Saudi Greening Initiative (SGI),” said Paul Marshall, director of the NEOM Nature Reserve.

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Veloce was closely followed by ACCIONA | Saiz XE Team, who finished second. “It feels great. To come back to Saudi Arabia and get my first win in Extreme E with this new team, with Molly, and in the country where I had an accident that changed my career, it’s a highlight,” Hanse said.

On the other hand, Taylor was happy for the great start along with her return to Extreme E. “I think everyone on the team clicked from the beginning, we developed and improved. We were able to start at a very good level in Uruguay (2022),” he said.

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Victory for ACCIONA – Sainz XE Team

The second day of action at NEOM was as good as could have been expected. Without Carlos Sainz as the starter, ACCIONA | Sainz XE Team achieved its first victory in the 100% electric off-road category after a brilliant drive by Laia Sanz and Mattias Ekström.

The team achieved a comfortable lead during the course to claim the long-awaited first victory in Extreme E, something that had been very close to happening in previous editions. Now, they finally managed to prevail on the NEOM desert sand with a comfortable lead over their pursuers, Veloce Racing and RXR.

“I’m very happy, both for me and for the team, we got our first victory in Extreme E! I want to thank Mattias for giving me the car with such a good car. I had a good stint and was able to keep the gap, so I’m more than satisfied,” said Laia Sanz.

On the other hand, Ekström highlighted that the previous planning was key to the result obtained in the Desert X Prix. “We had designed a strategy for the Grand Final and I executed it to the best of my ability. I am very happy that it turned out to be fruitful. Laia drove very well and managed the gap perfectly. It’s a good win for the team,” he said.

Finally, Carlos Sainz also expressed his opinion on the win despite not having been behind the wheel, as he is out of the season while recovering from an injury suffered in the Dakar Rally 2023.

“I am very happy that the first victory for ACCIONA | SAINZ XE Team is finally here, because we have worked a long time to get it. Laia and Mattias were spectacular and have already shown that they are one of the strongest pairs of riders in the Championship,” he said.

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RJ Anderson and Amanda Sorensen will form the American driver duo for Chip Ganassi Racing, replacing the previous combination of Kyle LeDuc and Sara Price. It should be noted that Anderson replaced LeDuc in last season’s final race (Energy X-Prix), so he will now be full-time.

“I tried a bit of Extreme E last season and can’t wait to get back behind the wheel of the GMC HUMMER EV for 2023. I’m thrilled to be heading to Saudi Arabia with Amanda and the whole team as we get down to business,” RJ Anderson said.

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The Absence of “El Matador”

One of the great figures who has raced in Extreme E since the beginning is ‘El Matador’ Carlos Sainz, who will leave a significant void in the ACCIONA | Sainz XE Team ODYSSEY 21 after it was confirmed that he will not be racing in the upcoming campaign of the 100% electric off-road category.

Sainz’s absence is due to the fall he suffered in the Dakar Rally 2023, where he unfortunately fractured two vertebrae in his spine. As a result, he will not be able to compete in Extreme E 2023, although he will travel to NEOM, Saudi Arabia, to work closely and contribute his knowledge to the season opener.

Thus, ACCIONA’s lineup will once again be made up of Laia Sanz, accompanied by Mattias Ekström, champion of the FIA ETCTR (then Pure ETCR), a 100% electric touring car racing category. In addition, he knows Extreme E very well since he competed for ABT Cupra in 2021 alongside Jutta Kleinschmidt.

“Mattias is the best signing we could have hoped for this new season, as I know him well and I have full confidence in him because I know what he is capable of. I think he is one of the best and most versatile drivers in the world, so it is an honor that he gets to defend the colors of the team,” said Carlos Sainz.

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The station, based in the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana, will continue to broadcast the action of the 100% electric off-road category through its channels Šport TV 1, Šport TV 2 and Šport TV 3. Similarly, they will show documentary programs to reveal what happens behind the scenes at Extreme E.

“The combination of Extreme E’s thrilling wheel-to-wheel racing combined with its mission of purposeful sport has already captured the imagination of Šport TV’s audience. I can’t wait to bring them more action when we return to race in Saudi Arabia very soon,” said Ali Russell, Extreme E’s Marketing Director.

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Slovenia Leading the Way in Sustainability

It’s no wonder that Slovenia has a strong fan base, given that the country is listed as one of the cleanest and most sustainable countries in the world, as well as being one of the most biodiverse with more than 53% of its total land mass devoted entirely to protected forests.

It also has the highest concentration of animal and plant species per square kilometer in the world. All of this, coupled with Extreme E’s sustainable purpose, makes the thrill of racing blend seamlessly with the mission of a cleaner, more environmentally friendly landscape.

As if that wasn’t enough, the capital city of Ljubljana has been awarded ‘Europe’s Greenest’ by the European Union (EU).

“We are delighted to have expanded our exciting broadcast package with Šport TV. Slovenia not only loves its sport, but also shares many of Extreme E’s core values, including the importance of reducing carbon emissions through electric vehicle technology”, said Ali Russell.

“We are very excited to extend our partnership with the series after being part of the story since the first race. We are confident that our viewers can appreciate not only the racing part, but gender equality, the impact of climate change and the reduction of carbon emissions, values that we at Šport TV share with Extreme E,” says Miro Ćorić, editor-in-chief of Šport TV.

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Andersson will be full-time for the first time in the team, after two solid performances in the previous campaign, where she showed what she is capable of behind the wheel of the ODYSSEY 21. The Swedish driver stood out on the closing of the 2022 season in Chile (podium) and Uruguay (victory), respectively.

“I’m very excited to join ABT CUPRA XE full-time for Extreme E in 2023. It’s an amazing team: I’ve already done two races replacing Jutta (Kleinschmidt), and they went very well, so racing alongside Nasser will be a pleasure again. He’s an amazing driver and an amazing person in general,” Andersson said.

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Veteran and Youth

On the other hand, all the experience of motorsport great Nasser Al-Attiyah will continue to serve ABT Cupra XE. As a five-time winner of the Dakar Rally, he brings a great deal of experience behind the wheel and beyond. As a result, the team combination could be one of the most dangerous in 2023.

“We are ready for the 2023 season. I am very happy to have Klara join me behind the wheel in ABT CUPRA XE. we are looking forward to fighting for the title, ready to drive, go out on track and get some wins for the team,” Al-Attiyah asserted.

Without a doubt, both are ready to compete at the top of the standings after showing what they are capable of. Two podiums including a win in two consecutive races show how well they understood each other on the track, supported by a complete and ready-to-run car.

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In the first season, a race was organized in Senegal, where the importance of mangroves was highlighted. Drivers and team members were involved in planting large numbers of them, specifically b after partnering with TO.org to support Oceanium, the local NGO that carried out the project.

Senegal has 185,000 hectares of mangrove estuaries distributed between the Casamance and Sine Saloum regions. However, between 1980 and 2000 they have disappeared at an accelerated rate, losing 25% of them during that period.

Therefore, Extreme carried out the reforestation project in five areas totaling 60 hectares, equivalent to 112 soccer fields approximately, and despite not running there in season 2, visited the country to see the progress of its action.

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Mangrove Importance

Mangroves are a type of coastal vegetation found in saltwater intertidal zones, being valuable for their biodiversity and the ecosystem services they provide, being vital elements for the conservation of marine biodiversity, since they serve as home to a variety of animal species (crustaceans, mollusks, fish and birds).

They are also important for coastal protection, acting as natural barriers against waves and tides, helping to protect communities from damage caused by floods and hurricanes, as well as helping to reduce soil erosion by retaining sediment and nutrients.

As if that were not enough, they are important for the carbon cycle thanks to their ability to store large amounts of carbon in their roots, leaves and trunks, making them a key element in the fight against climate change.

In addition, mangroves help purify water by absorbing pollutants and excess nutrients, improving water quality and reducing pollution.

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Last season marked the entry of a historic McLaren to Extreme E, with a view to strengthening its electric commitment in the automotive sector. There, he left a balance of 52 points to finish in fifth place in the overall standings, with a second place as the best result obtained.

Thus, under Paffet’s guidance, the Woking team hopes to continue its good pace in the series, achieve better results and become a benchmark in the competition. “It’s great to have the responsibility of sporting director of the NEOM McLaren Extreme E Team,” said Gary through a press release.

“I’m very excited to be working with a close-knit group of people we have in the team, including Emma and Tanner, who showed great progress and strong performances last season,” he continued.

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Duties and Experience

In addition, Paffet serves as Team Manager of the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team, a job he will continue to do in parallel with this new career challenge, adding advisory responsibilities with an active role as he aims to make his mark on the sporting and technical aspects of the organization in his first season in the 100% electric single-seater category.

With respect to his experience, he has competed at high caliber levels of motorsport for 20 years, where series such as DTM (where he was twice champion), Formula 1 and Formula E stand out.

Regarding his technical experience, in the past he was a sports and technical advisor, reserve and development driver and director of Mercedes-EQ in Formula E.

“McLaren Racing entered Extreme E in 2022 and has been successful with some fantastic results towards the end of the year culminating in podium finishes in Uruguay. The aim for is to continue that progression to move to the front of the field. I look forward to the start of the 2023 season in NEOM, Saudi Arabia,” he concluded.

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In this way, he will give continuity to his passion for motorsports, knowing the importance of the 100% electric off-road category with respect to sustainability, given that in 2013 he officially launched Carl Cox Motorsport as a multidisciplinary outlet for two, three and four-wheeled vehicles.

In addition, the renowned DJ has also shown interest in motorsport innovation, being one of the influential factors for his arrival in Extreme E, a series he has interacted with in the past after appearing as DJ in the first of the double race held in Sardinia last year.

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“We are incredibly excited to welcome Carl and his team Carl Cox Motorsport Extreme E. We all know him as the superstar that he is, but beyond his musical talent, it’s clear that his passion for motorsport runs deep. We look forward to working with him as we help him on his journey to sustainable racing,” said Alejandro Agag, Extreme E Founder and CEO.

On the other hand, Carl Cox also expressed his words on the matter. “I’m here to make a difference. Having the opportunity to be part of something so dynamic on four wheels is a dream come true. Both racing and music are in my blood, so I’m going to bring my passion and energy to this series to build something special,” he said.

About Carl Cox

Carl Cox is a world-renowned electronic music DJ and producer, born in England in 1962, where he began his career as a DJ in the 1980s and has remained at the top of the electronic music scene for more than three decades, known for his style of mixing techno and house, being a pioneer in promoting these genres worldwide.

Cox has played at the world’s best clubs and electronic music festivals, including the famous Ibiza club Space, the Glastonbury electronic music festival and Miami’s electronic music festival, Ultra. He has also released several albums and had several chart hits in his genre.

In addition to his career as a DJ and producer, Cox has also been an active advocate for electronic music, helping to boost the careers of several emerging artists. He has also hosted his own radio show on BBC Radio 1 and hosted his own electronic music event on the Isle of White called “Carl Cox & Friends”.

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Among the participating teams is Chip Ganassi Racing, an American organization with extensive experience in the sporting environment with presence in important categories such as Nascar, IndyCar Series, WEC, Rallycross.

Now, Chip Ganassi adds a new journey to his resume, but this time in a sustainable way, where after a season and a half in the category managed to get his first victory, with the particularity of being adorned by the bodywork of the Hummer EV of General Motors.

Chip Ganassi Racing has an agreement with Hummer to “dress” the vehicle with the shape of the imposing electric truck, an action that is allowed by the organization of Extreme E. The rule states that teams can design the exterior bodywork to their liking, as long as it meets the general standards of the chassis and the mechanical section.

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Hummer EV Present in Extreme E

Extreme E is a 100% electric off-road racing category created by Alejandro Agag, which debuted in 2021 with five races in Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Greenland, Italy and the United Kingdom.

Chip Ganassi Racing has been part of the category since its debut, sporting the GMC Hummer EV’s signature design: robust front end, grille, protruding headlights and imposing body. Green, white and black accents highlight the ODYSSEY 21 body, standing out as one of the most aesthetically pleasing and aesthetically fine designs in the Extreme E grille.

“The new GMC HUMMER EV will be a game-changer in terms of how the world views off-road electric vehicle capability, and we couldn’t be prouder to represent GMC in such an innovative new series,” Chip Ganassi revealed via an official statement when the pact between the team and the automaker was unveiled.

The drivers defending the team’s colors are also Americans, Kyle LeDuc and Sara Price, who achieved the team’s first victory in Extreme E during the Island X Prix I, held in Sardinia last July 6-7.

There, they impeccably handled the vehicle that weighs 1,780 kilos, measures 2.3 meters wide, generates 400 kW of power reaching 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, receiving energy from a battery developed by Williams Advanced Engineering that provides 470 kW, while the all-terrain tires are manufactured by Continental, providing everything the team needs for its high-impact participation in Extreme E.

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The two have been teammates since the category’s inception in 2021, accumulating a great deal of racing and experience together and achieving interesting results for the team, including a win at the 2021 Arctic X Prix in Greenland.

Both Munnings and Hansen have proven to be fast behind the wheel of the ODYSSEY 21, which is a huge advantage in the team’s strategic plans, with other factors determining who goes out on the track first, beyond whether one can be faster than the other.

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2023 and Beyond

“I am very excited to continue my journey with Genesys Andretti United Extreme E. As a team, we have been able to continue to challenge at the front of the field over the past few seasons. We have a great group of people around us who strive for the best, a focus of the series not only on racing, but also on protecting and supporting the environment. I’m looking forward to continuing my time with the team,” said Catie Munnings.

On the other hand, Timmy Hansen was also happy and pleased to continue with the team for several seasons. “I look forward to continuing with Genesys Andretti United Extreme E. Catie and I continue to refine and polish our driving styles to get to the top of the series. Ultimately, our goal is to win the championship with the team, I truly believe we have all the tools we need for success,” he asserted.

Finally, the duo is preparing to close season 2 of Extreme E in Uruguay, where they are currently in sixth place in the standings with 33 points, highlighting a podium finish at the NEOM Island X Prix II.

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