2024 Dodge Hornet RT FC1-X

Dodge will enter the 2024-2025 Nitro Cross Series with four electric-powered Dodge Hornet R/T FC1-X race cars, competing in the Group E class. The series will kick off on Sept. 7-8 at Richmond Raceway in Virginia. The Hornet R/T FC1-X, boasting over 1,000 horsepower and all-wheel drive, will be run by the championship-winning Dreyer & Reinbold Racing team during the 10-race national tour.

• Dodge will participate in the 2024-2025 Nitro Cross Series with four electric-powered Dodge Hornet R/T FC1-X race cars in the Group E class.
• The 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T FC1-X, delivering over 1,000 horsepower and all-wheel drive, will compete in the 10-race national tour beginning at Richmond Raceway in September.
• The Dreyer & Reinbold Racing team, a Group E championship winner, will field the four Dodge Hornet R/T FC1-X vehicles during the series.
• Nitro Cross events target a youthful audience, with nearly 75% of fans aged 18-34, providing Dodge a platform to showcase the Hornet R/T to a new demographic.
• Drivers for the Dodge Hornet R/T FC1-X include 17-year-old Lia Block, the youngest competitor in Group E, and two-time series champion Robin Larsson.
• Other DRR team drivers are Fraser McConnell from Jamaica and Norwegian racer Andres Bakkerud, both of whom have won multiple Group E races.
• The Nitro Cross Series, founded in 2020 by Travis Pastrana, is one of the fastest-growing motorsports in North America, featuring high-speed racing with dramatic jumps and close competition.
• The 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T FC1-X electric race car boasts 1,070 horsepower, accelerates from 0-60 mph in 1.4 seconds, and handles challenging Nitro Cross tracks with ease.
• Dreyer & Reinbold Racing, known for its success in IndyCar, is responsible for developing and maintaining the Hornet R/T FC1-X vehicles.
• The entire 2024 Nitro Cross season, featuring the Dodge Hornet R/T FC1-X cars, will be televised on the FOX network, offering widespread visibility for the brand.

Expanding Dodge's Presence in Nitro Cross

The Nitro Cross Series is an ideal platform for Dodge to grow its motorsports presence, especially with its youthful audience—75% of fans are aged 18-34. Dodge CEO Matt McAlear emphasized the opportunity for fans to engage with the brand at events, including through the Dodge Hornet Rally Rides.

Notable Drivers for the 2024 Nitro Cross Season

The team will feature an impressive roster of drivers, including 17-year-old Lia Block, who is the youngest American Rally Association champion and the only female competitor in the Group E class. Two-time Group E series champion Robin Larsson from Sweden, Jamaica’s Fraser McConnell, and Norwegian driver Andres Bakkerud round out the talented group of DRR drivers.

Nitro Cross: Fast-Growing Motorsport in North America

Launched by Travis Pastrana in 2020, the Nitro Cross Series has quickly become one of the most popular motorsports tours in North America. With dramatic jumps and tight racing, it offers a unique form of competition. Events feature practice rounds, qualifying sessions, heat races, and main events across five categories, with Group E leading the way. The entire Nitro Cross season will be broadcast on FOX.

Dodge Hornet R/T FC1-X Specs and Performance

The Dodge Hornet R/T FC1-X race cars are powered by axial flux motors generating 1,070 horsepower (800 kW) and can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 1.4 seconds. The vehicle also achieves nearly 2g of acceleration from a standing start, enabling it to tackle the 200-foot gap jumps found on Nitro Cross tracks. Key features include a tubular chassis, carbon-fiber chassis tub, electric power-assisted steering, and Alcon braking system. The vehicle’s suspension includes front and rear double wishbone systems with adjustable camber/caster and 12-inch wheel travel.

Dreyer & Reinbold Racing: A Championship Team

Dreyer & Reinbold Racing (DRR), a longtime IndyCar team, is responsible for developing and maintaining the Dodge Hornet R/T FC1-X race cars. The team, based in Carmel, Indiana, has a rich history in motorsports. It was founded by Dennis Reinbold, whose grandfather, Floyd “Pop” Dreyer, was a legendary motorcycle racer and car constructor in the 1920s. DRR has successfully qualified 48 drivers for the Indy 500 and now focuses on the Group E Nitro Cross championship.

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