The FIA, the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, has signed a historic multi-year agreement with Extreme H to deliver the world’s first hydrogen-powered motor sport event. It will be staged for the first time in a specially designed off-road location at Qiddiya City from 9 to 11 October, 2025, as the successor to the FIA-sanctioned Extreme E series, which ran from 2021 to 2024. FIA President Ben Sulayem said: “As motor sport continues to grow worldwide, it is fantastic to see the inaugural Extreme H World Cup being hosted in Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia. The hydrogen-powered event will use advanced technology to push the boundaries of sustainable racing, pioneering a new vision in a location which shares our commitment to a more sustainable and innovative future.” With coverage through 90 broadcasters across 180 global markets, Extreme H engages both traditional and next-generation fans. Its focus on cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and an equal-gender racing format ensures the World Cup resonates with audiences well beyond the core motor sport community.

The FIA Extreme H World Cup sits at the cutting edge of innovation in motor sport, using fuel cell technology to demonstrate the viability of hydrogen as a clean energy source. It will test the boundaries of what can be achieved in the sport and the wider automotive and energy industries, opening opportunities for investment into hydrogen infrastructure. Building on Extreme E’s progression from using hydrogen fuel cells for car charging in Season 1 to powering 80% of its event operations with hydrogen by Season 4, Extreme H will showcase what can be achieved at an even greater scale. From the cars on track to energy infrastructure, broadcast, and hospitality, every element is designed to test hydrogen’s potential. Every team will field a male and female driver, making it the second international four-wheel motorsport event to do so after Extreme E. FIA President Ben Sulayem stated: “This agreement demonstrates our belief in hydrogen’s potential as a key part of motorsport’s evolution.” Alejandro Agag, Founder and CEO of the FIA Extreme H World Cup, added: “This landmark moment reinforces our mission to push sustainable motorsport boundaries and provide a global showcase for clean mobility solutions and gender equality on the track.”