The latest stage in the Extreme E electric odyssey took the race series to Chile – where it had a date with one of the driest places on earth. The Antofagasta Minerals Copper X Prix presented the competitors with a very special challenge.

The Extreme E camp on a race day is a fascinating place. Things start bright and early, with repairs being carried out and feedback, suggestions for improvement, corrections and new ideas also making the rounds. 

With Extreme E, the name says it all: In this race series, the drivers do battle in electrically powered rally raid-type vehicles in extreme conditions over courses in exotic locations. 

Whirling sand, risky drifts over scree and scrub, and tight passing maneuvers through deep mud puddles: followers of the Extreme E double-header on the island of Sardinia were treated to plenty of action. But there was also much to discover away from the racetrack. An insight.

The wait is over! In just under a week, the double Extreme-E race day will get underway in Sardinia. There are two exciting races scheduled – plus a return to the legacy programs of the last visit.

The St. Helena is the flagship of the Extreme E racing series. Continuing from Season 2, the the series’ ‘floating centerpiece’ acts as their mobile storage unit, accommodation and hub for the race weekends. Captain Nick Sunderland shares a little insight into how it’s all managed. 

Unusual race locations, modern technology and ten teams competing for the trophy: the second season of Extreme E is in full swing. But who is actually behind the wheel? We cast an eye over the teams.

Swedish racing driver Mikaela Åhlin-Kottulinsky is already in her second season of Extreme E and, this time, she has set her sights firmly on the title. The new member of Rosberg X Racing talks about the challenges of the extreme race courses, local sustainability programs and her big goal. 

Extreme E stands for more than just exciting racing. As a sport for purpose championship, it also stands for innovation and science. Throughout the race series, a five-member science committee is on hand working on new findings and leading legacy projects on location. In an interview, Professor Richard Washington, who heads up Extreme E’s Scientific Committee provided an insight into the current approach. 

Extreme E inspires people around the globe with exciting races and technical innovations. Always at the forefront are the drivers, the dynamic duo behind the wheel. Let’s take a closer look at the current situation.