What?
The article discusses how the Stark Varg electric trials bike made waves in the SuperEnduro World Championship by outperforming its combustion counterparts. A former FIM Trial2 World Champion, Sondre Haga, rode the electric GasGas TXE to victory at a FIM Trial GP Trial2 event in Japan, marking the first time an electric vehicle beat an internal combustion engine at such an event.
Why does it matter?
This victory signifies a significant milestone for electric bikes in the world of trials racing, as they have historically competed in separate classes from ICE bikes. The dominance of the electric GasGas TXE hints at a shift in the competition landscape, with electric bikes proving their capability to challenge and even surpass traditional combustion engine bikes.
How is it going to shape the future?
The success of the electric trials bike opens up possibilities for electric vehicles to enter and compete in various championships against ICE machinery. With the Stark Varg leading the charge in breaking barriers and changing perceptions, it poses the question of when other electric bikes, like Stark Future’s Stark Varg, will be allowed to compete at the highest levels of motorsport, potentially revolutionizing the industry.