The Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) has officially confirmed the technical regulations that will allow Stark Future’s VARG MX 1.2 to compete head-to-head with combustion-engine rivals in the 2025 FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX).
The decision clears the path for Stark Future to become the first all-electric team in the series’ history, a landmark moment for the sport, its global fanbase, and the future of motorcycle racing.
A new era of Supercross
Under the leadership of two-time World Champion and Stark Race Director Sébastien Tortelli, the electric squad will debut at Round 1 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, before heading to Argentina, Canada, Australia, and South Africa. The team’s rider lineup, transitioning from traditional combustion machinery, represents the first true test of elite-level electric performance at the pinnacle of global supercross.
FIM President Jorge Viegas emphasized the importance of this step forward:
“Innovation and development have long been a key part of motorcycle sport, as such the FIM has recognised and embraced the addition of electric motorcycles to our various FIM World Championships, which represents an exciting and new chapter across all disciplines. We are therefore delighted to welcome Stark Future to the FIM World Supercross Championship, as we know this will add a new and thrilling dynamic to the racing, as electric motorcycles now can race against their combustion engine rivals and show how competitive they are in front of thousands of fans around the world.”
Balancing the grid
Behind the scenes, FIM’s International Technical Commission and Motocross Commission collaborated with Stark to ensure fair and transparent competition. The FIM International Technical Commission (represented by Roland Berger) and the FIM Motocross Commission (represented by Antonio Alía Portela) said:
“Over the summer, our two Commissions worked closely with Stark Future to ensure a fair balance of performances and an equivalence of technologies that allows Stark electric motorcycles to compete alongside internal-combustion motorcycles in both the SX1 and SX2 classes. The process included extensive work both on and off the track. All motorcycles were thoroughly tested on a test bench, where a detailed analysis of all power and torque curves was carried out to define the equivalence of technologies. On track, we conducted comprehensive sessions comparing benchmark 450cc and 250cc machines with the Stark motorcycle in its corresponding SX1 and SX2 configurations. This collaborative, data-driven process gives us confidence that the regulations are robust, fair, and ready for top-level competition.”
This framework means Stark Future will join the grid alongside powerhouse teams like Pipes Motorsports Group, Quad Lock Honda, MotoConcepts Racing, Venum Bud Racing Kawasaki, Rick Ware Racing, and GSM Yamaha.
Industry reaction
The news has been hailed as a breakthrough for motorsport.
Kurt Nicoll, Vice President of Race Development at WSX, said:
“This announcement delivers exactly what we set out to achieve, a championship that embraces innovation while guaranteeing fairness. The FIM has built a framework that lets electric and combustion machinery compete side by side, which is groundbreaking. Fans are about to see something truly new: two technologies battling head-to-head on equal terms. It’s a historic moment that will make the 2025 World Supercross season our most thrilling yet.”
For Stark Future, the milestone is both symbolic and practical.
Anton Wass, Founder & CEO of Stark Future, noted:
“Racing in the FIM World Supercross Championship is an incredible milestone, not just for Stark Future, but for the sport as a whole. From day one, our vision has been to prove that electric can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with combustion at the very highest level, and the FIM’s confirmation gives us the green light to do exactly that. With clear regulations in place, we can race with confidence on a fair playing field and showcase the Stark VARG’s performance when the gates drop in Kuala Lumpur. This is more than just participation, it’s about leading an evolution where innovation meets competition, shattering preconceived notions and setting new benchmarks for performance and sustainability in motorsports.”
Race Director Sébastien Tortelli echoed that sentiment:
“This is more than just a race season; it’s a defining moment for our sport. Entering the FIM World Supercross Championship is a bold move, and exactly the kind of challenge Stark Future was built for. We’ve assembled a world-class roster of riders who share our vision: to push boundaries and challenge the norm, ride with purpose, and prove that we belong at the front of the pack. We’re not here to simply participate; we’re here to lead the charge.”
2025 WSX Calendar
Round 01: Malaysian GP, Kuala Lumpur – Stadium Merdeka, 18 October
Round 02: Buenos Aires City GP, Argentina – Oscar & Juan Gálvez Racetrack, 8 November
Round 03: Canadian GP, Vancouver – BC Place, 15 November
Round 04: Australian GP, Gold Coast – Cbus Super Stadium, 29 November
Round 05: South African GP, Cape Town – DHL Stadium, 13 December
A Historic Season Ahead
With regulatory clarity in place and anticipation building, the 2025 WSX season promises to be a turning point, not only for Stark Future but for the sport of supercross itself. Fans will witness, for the first time, electric motorcycles competing directly against combustion machines at the very top level of racing.
