KUALA LUMPUR: Petronas will be supplying a new sustainable fuel for the Moto2 and Moto3 classes beginning from next season.
The Petronas Primax Pro-Race M2 fuel will be formulated with at least 40 per cent non-fossil biofuel, which meets the regulation requirements for next year's world championships.
Petronas is the official fuel supplier for the lightweight and intermediate classes.
The announcement was made at Sepang Circuit during the Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia last night.
Dorna Sports chief executive officer Carmelo Ezpeleta believed this was a step in the right direction.
Dorna, the commercial rights holder for the world championships, is aiming to fuel all classes — including MotoGP — with 100 per cent sustainable fuels by 2027.
"Year 2024 marks the start of a new era for motorcycle Grand Prix racing as we take the first step towards a new global era of zero carbon fuels," said Ezpeleta in a statment today.
"Working with a world-leading partner like Petronas to make this a reality in Moto2 and Moto3 is fantastic for us.
"Ensuring both classes continue to have incredible performance, and at the same time, using a minimum 40 per cent non-fossil fuel.
"Using the paddock as a testing ground before these technologies reach real customers on the street."
Petronas senior general manager for group strategic relations and communications Datin Anita Azrina Abdul Aziz echoed Ezpeleta's sentiments.
"I am proud to see the partnership with Dorna continue to evolve as we work together towards a lower carbon future for the sport," she said.
"For Petronas, the development of sustainable fuels is key in unlocking new opportunities as we look to redefine ourselves in the face of this energy transition."
The Petronas Primax Pro-Race M2 fuel underwent rigorous engine performance testing with key manufacturers and selected teams during the development phase.
