Dubai is preparing to host the world’s first Electric Scooter Cup, with the event scheduled for December 16. This thrilling race will see 16 elite male and female riders navigating the vibrant streets of Dubai, reaching speeds exceeding 100 kmph.
The Dubai Electric Scooter Cup is a collaborative initiative by the Federation for Micromobility and Sport and the Dubai Sports Council.
This event marks the culmination of the Year of Sustainability in the UAE and aims to celebrate sustainability, new mobility, safety, and inclusivity. Riders will be competing in a knockout-style race for the prestigious title of the first Dubai Electric Scooter Cup Champion.
The competitors will be riding the RS-Zero DXB edition, the fastest electric race scooter globally, boasting a top speed of over 140 kmph.
This scooter exemplifies state-of-the-art technology and is specifically designed for elite performance, featuring a lean angle of over 58 degrees.
The Federation for Micromobility and Sport is at the forefront of developing micromobility both as an innovative form of racing and a sustainable urban mobility solution.
In partnership with the Dubai Sports Council, the Federation aims to lead advancements in safety, infrastructure, and technology within the rapidly growing micromobility sector.
Alex Wurz, President of the Federation for Micromobility and Sport, expressed his excitement about this significant step, emphasizing the event’s potential to showcase micromobility’s prospects.
“This unique event will showcase the potential for micromobility — racing in close proximity with uncompromised safety principles through the cities of the future. This is a landmark agreement for the Federation with Dubai Sports Council and points to an exciting future,” Wurz stated in a Gulf News report.
Saeed Mohammed Hareb, Secretary General of the Dubai Sports Council, also shared his enthusiasm for the upcoming event, highlighting it as a pinnacle of e-scooter racing and a showcase for cutting-edge e-technology.
“We welcome international teams and riders to race on our downtown streets and shine a spotlight on this evolution,” Hareb added.