Traditionally, early summer is when the motor sports world shifts into high gear. May is the month when some of the crown jewels on the annual motor racing calendar take place, including the Indianapolis 500 and the Monaco Grand Prix. And during June, speed enthusiasts annually anticipate classic events such as the LeMans 24-hour sports car race and the Isle of Man motorcycle road race.
For decades, motor racing has been the best way to improve the breed, develop new technology and debut cutting-edge ideas, not to mention “sell metal.” Today, as the age of the internal combustion engine begins to wane, a variety of electric-powered racing series are on the horizon. They promise to push the technical envelope while testing the skill of competitors.