Nitrocross launched the Sierra Car support series, a new electric race class created in partnership with Sierra Car and Hypercraft. This partnership first debuted with the series vehicle, Sierra Echo R-Spec, in an exhibition-style reveal at the Nitrocross 2023/2024 season finale in Las Vegas on Mar. 1. In September, the Sierra Car support series race will take place at Nitrocross 24/25 in Richmond, VA.
“This new class and partnership marks a pivotal moment in the motorsport industry,” Nitrocross General Manager Chip Pankow said. “Together, we’re redefining action sports by pairing the most innovative, race-proven electric vehicle with the world of Nitrocross, and have made it available for immediate purchase.”
According to Nitrocross, technical specifications of the Sierra Car include:
- Sierra Echo R-Spec (race-spec);
- 306 hp – 365 ft./lbs. torque – 1550 lbs. total weight (not including driver);
- Power-to-weight ratio of 4.8 lbs.: 1 hp (comparative: Lamborghini Aventador PTW 4.68 lbs.: 1 hp);
- 100+ mph top speed – 3.8 seconds 0-60 ETA;
- Powertrain: Hypercraft R-Spec & SADEV differential – RWD – powered by: Hypercraft Power HyperPack Battery (18kWh@450v).
