MotoGP to Adopt 100% Non-Fossil Fuel by 2027

MotoGP has officially announced that starting from the 2027 season, all racing classes, including MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3, will transition to 100% non-fossil fuel. This decision, declared by the International Motorcycling Federation (FIM) on July 30, 2025, underscores a commitment to environmentally sustainable racing. According to MotoGP.com, this shift marks a significant departure from traditional crude oil-based fuels.

Gradual Shift to Sustainable Fuels

The transition began in 2024, with a mandate requiring at least 40% non-fossil content in fuels. As per the official statement, the 2027 fuel specifications will be verified using the C14 test, which measures the fraction of the short-lived carbon isotope C14 to ensure no fossil content. “The C14 test assesses the C14 isotope, absent in fossil fuels due to long-term decay, against total carbon,” MotoGP explained. These non-fossil fuels may include biofuels derived from organic waste or non-food biomass and e-fuels synthesized from captured carbon dioxide and hydrogen.

This initiative builds on a plan announced in November 2021. Since then, fuel suppliers like Repsol have conducted tests, including trials with rider Marc Marquez using 100% non-fossil fuel. The Grand Prix Commission, comprising FIM, IRTA, MSMA, and Dorna, has ensured these fuels are compatible with modern MotoGP engines while maintaining performance.

Technical Regulation Changes for 2027

Alongside the fuel transition, MotoGP will introduce new technical regulations in 2027. Engine capacity will decrease from 1000 cc to 850 cc, aerodynamic features will be restricted, and ride-height devices will be completely banned. Additionally, the tire supplier will switch from Michelin to Pirelli, already used in Moto2 and Moto3.

According to @MotoGP on X, “The Grand Prix Commission confirms that fuels in all classes will be 100% non-fossil from 2027”

This move highlights MotoGP’s dedication to reducing carbon emissions and leading sustainable innovation in motorsports. Based on Sportrik analysis, this transition also provides opportunities for suppliers like Petronas and Castrol to innovate more efficient fuel solutions.

MotoGP’s commitment positions it as a pioneer in sustainable motorsports. By leveraging advanced technologies like carbon capture and biomass conversion, the series could drive the global adoption of eco-friendly fuels in the automotive industry. Ongoing testing in MotoGP’s high-performance environment is expected to yield innovations with broader societal benefits.