H.E.R.F. Racing

Hydrogen Electric Racing Federation - a bit of a pipe-dream right now, but it sure has potential. Could it be the next CanAm / Gruppe B unlimited-style racing? Will be interesting to see if the manufacturer's get serious about this.

Key specifications include:

- Weight: 900 kg (minimum)
- Construction: Manufacturers' choice
- Aerodynamic Devices: Allowed (cannot be movable or touch
the track surface)
- Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Controls: Manufacturers' choice
- Power: 300kw/400 hp (minimum)
- Battery Type: Manufacturers' choice
- On-Board Hydrogen (compressed gas at 10,000 psi): Limited to 8 kg
- Tires: One size package for oval tracks, one size package for road-
racing circuits
- Fuel: One manufacturer, to specification (from renewable resources)
- Projected Lap Speed (at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway): 185mph+

Could be good for a few years. Eventually, somebody will completely dominate the series and restrictions will creep in, I'm sure. But it should be good while it lasts.

http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/st...TE=Feb+7,+2007