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Historic Shift in Indian Motorsport: TVS Racings E-OMC Debut
The Indian automotive racing scene will witness an electrifying change as TVS Racing announces its e-OMC debut at the 4th round of the Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship (INMRC). This milestone event marks a significant advancement in the motorsport sector in India, spotlighting a paradigm shift towards more sustainable and eco-friendly motorsport vehicles. A handful of 8 riders, elaborately selected for their exceptional skill and expertise, will partake in the first round of the championship.
TVS Motor Company's initiation into the Electric One Make Championship (e-OMC) by TVS Racing, a unique electric racing format using the specially designed electric TVS Apache RTE race motorcycles, represents a significant development against the backdrop of the global surge in electric vehicle adoption.
A longstanding innovator in mobility transformation and sustainability, TVS Motor Company has also been a trailblazer in Indian motorsports through its TVS Racing division, which possesses an impressive racing lineage spanning over 40 years.
This groundbreaking endeavour symbolizes a major advancement in motorsports, reinforcing TVS Motor Company's promise to sustainable mobility solutions, while simultaneously propelling the Indian manufacturer into the forefront of EV moto racing.
TVS Racing's specially developed motorcycles, the TVS Apache RTE race motorcycles, have been crafted exclusively for this championship, promising outstanding features that are designed to elevate the electric racing standard in India.
TVS Motor Company's Managing Director, Sudarshan Venu, stated, "In accord with our mission to offer stimulating and sustainable mobility solutions, we're excited to declare the inception of India's first electric two wheeler racing event, the TVS Racing e-OMC. This championship will redefine racing standards and will expose the capabilities of electric vehicles in delivering electrifying, thrill-packed racing events for a worldwide audience."
TVS Apache RTE: The Ferocious Electric Beast
The TVS Apache RTE race motorcycles are no less than a mechanical marvel. They boast the highest power-to-weight ratio in its class, achieved through a groundbreaking combination of a liquid-cooled motor and a high-efficiency, also liquid-cooled, motor controller.
Leveraging cutting-edge technology, the motorcycles are equipped with high-power cell battery packs distinguished by advanced chemistry. Moreover, these motorcycles come with a carbon fibre battery case that further acts as the stressed member of the chassis, contributing to its robust structure.
The motorcycles are complexly engineered with a custom-built advanced Battery Management System equipped with race special algorithms. These sophisticated algorithms allow for comprehensive configuration controls while ensuring paramount safety levels.
A fresh, sustainable approach to power transmission is adopted – a single reduction, wherein the motor spindle connects to the rear wheel through sprockets and a sturdy roller chain.
Unrivalled Suspension, Brake, and Tyre Configuration
TVS Apache RTE motorcycles take superiority a notch higher with Ohlins' bespoke front and rear suspension, ensuring exemplary handling and control. The superior Brembo brake system, fitted with a 320 mm front disc, calipers, and a master cylinder, promises unmatched precision in braking performance.
The motorcycles also stand out in terms of wheel design with state-of-the-art carbon fibre front and rear wheels. Additionally, they are equipped with high-performing Pirelli Super Corsa tyres for optimum grip and handling.
The motorcycles exhibit a sleek carbon fibre fairing that has been meticulously designed to achieve the best-in-class lowest coefficient of drag. Adding to the design's distinctiveness is its unique livery merging the classic TVS Racing Factory colours and sustainability-inspired graphics.
Vimal Sumbly, Head of Premium Business at TVS Motor Company, said, "TVS Racing has always prided itself on creating a platform for racers to refine their skills and pursue their passion for racing. We've been pioneers in this area, whether it be initiating the TVS OMC in 1994, extending it to include women's and rookie classes, venturing into the Asia One Make Championship, or participating in the Dakar Rally. The TVS Racing e-OMC represents a significant milestone in the reshaping of the racing's future."
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In conclusion, TVS Racing’s entry into the electric segment, with the specially designed TVS Apache RTE race motorcycles, marks a monumental shift in India’s motorsport history. With its environmentally friendly and technological innovations, TVS is not only revolutionising the racing landscape but is also setting benchmarks for other participants in the industry. This championship is a step towards a greener, more sustainable motorsport future, giving India a prominent place in the global electric racing narrative.
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