NASCAR Unveils ABB EV Prototype at Chicago Course

NASCAR unveiled its first electric race car, the ABB NASCAR EV Prototype, at the 2024 Chicago Street Race festival, utilizing three STARD UHP 6-Phase motors to generate 1,300 horsepower and a 78-kWh battery, designed for road courses and oval tracks. The initiative is part of NASCAR's commitment to sustainability, aiming for zero carbon emissions by 2035 and exploring the future of electrification in racing. Partnering with ABB, Chevrolet, Ford, and Toyota, NASCAR aims to make electric racing cool and accessible, with the EV prototype accelerating faster than gas-powered cars and emphasizing energy optimization. This move signifies NASCAR's shift towards electrification and community engagement, with the prototype being a significant step in experimenting with different powertrains for potential future outcomes.