The power source of the competition vehicle is a battery

The competition is powered by 40 rechargeable AA batteries.
Rechargeable AA batteries have been provided by Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd., a sponsor since the first event.

Held at SUZUKA CIRCUIT and Mobility Resort Motegi

"Ene-1" is held at two locations: Mobility Resort Motegi and SUZUKA CIRCUIT.
The characteristics of the courses where the competitions are held at these two circuits differ greatly.
The "Ene-1 SUZUKA Challenge" at SUZUKA CIRCUIT is held on the historic Suzuka Circuit Racing Course full course (5.807 km per lap), established in 1962. With elevation changes and a layout featuring corners ranging from low to high speed, the course itself is difficult to master and requires driving experience. It is a course with higher vehicle load compared to Mobility Resort Motegi.

The stage of Mobility Resort Motegi (competition course) is the 'Racing Course (Full Course)'

The stage of Mobility Resort Motegi (competition course) is the 'Racing Course', where many races including the World Championship are held.
At the Ene-1 MOTEGI GP, until 2020 it was held on the 'Oval Course', from 2021 on the 'Racing Course (West Course)', in 2024 on the 'Racing Course (Full Course Reverse)', and in 2025 on the 'Racing Course (Full Course Forward)'.

The "Racing Course" is 4.8 km in total length. Last year, the event was held running in reverse, where the “Downhill Straight” became an uphill slope, and after climbing the “Downhill Straight,” the section from the “Hairpin Curve” to “130R” became downhill. This created a course layout where corners were taken at high speeds.
In 2025, the event will be held for the first time running forward, resulting in a different course layout from last year, known as “Stop & Go,” which involves repeated deceleration, turning, and acceleration.
Additionally, since the section beyond “130R” is uphill, not only vehicle power but also driving technique to follow the ideal racing line will be required.
Unlike typical races, the finish line will be at the “Downhill Straight” beyond the “Hairpin Curve,” with the downhill section beyond that being a non-competitive zone.
With no past data available to any team, the 2025 Ene-1 course layout has become even more challenging for drivers and mechanics. It continues to evolve as a venue where “Energy Management” and “Speed” are both competed for.

Competition Vehicles

The participating competition vehicles cannot be modified from commercially available vehicles.
Since there are no vehicles sold specifically for the competition in advance, the vehicles are handmade from the start.
Teams conceive and design their vehicles themselves to comply with the competition regulations.
Some vehicles that have already participated in gasoline fuel efficiency competitions such as the Eco Mileage Challenge have been modified to meet the regulations and participate.
This competition is valuable as it allows the full expression of creativity and effort to take tangible form as a vehicle and produce results.

Competition Method

The competition consists of three parts: "1st Attack", "2nd Attack", and "3rd Attack".

Each team completes one lap in order from the 1st to the 3rd attack, and the team that covers the longest distance in the shortest time wins.

◆Key Points of the Competition
The competition is held in the "1st Attack," "2nd Attack," and "3rd Attack."
During the "1st to 3rd Attacks," charging the battery, which is the power source, is not allowed, so it is necessary to consider the allocation of battery capacity usage and manage energy effectively.

Next Generation Motorsports

At Mobility Resort Motegi, various motorsports races are held, including fuel efficiency competitions such as the Eco Mileage Challenge, which use gasoline as fuel.
"Ene-1" is a new event that competes in vehicle creation and management powered by "rechargeable AA batteries."
It is an energy management competition that incorporates a variety of ideas.

Detailed Classifications

The categories are "KV-40" for 3 wheels or more, and "KV-Moto" based on bicycles.
There are four classes: General, University/Technical College/Vocational School, High School, and Junior High School.

Categories and classes with different characteristics are finely divided, making it a competition where even beginners can aim to win prizes.

Handmade

The vehicle body is designed and built by oneself. The joy of seeing what you made take shape and actually run.
The divisions are separated into junior high school, high school, university/technical college/vocational school, and general categories. Some schools tackle this as a school activity project, while there are also vehicles made by working adults who apply advanced knowledge and craftsmanship, surpassing the realm of hobbyist creations.

From things that stimulate ideas and inspiration, to vehicles that are so intricately crafted that you can't help but be amazed. Just watching the competition vehicles is entertaining.

Vehicles participating in the general category are often characterized by bold ideas combined with skill and effort, making them very informative.
Be sure to visit Mobility Resort Motegi and use the vehicles as a reference.

Knowledge

In addition to the knowledge learned at school, there are many hints in everyday life that we usually take for granted.
Starting with familiar bicycles, as well as household electrical appliances, materials, and substances around us, you might find hints even during breaks in daily life or study (work).

Teamwork

It is a given that you fully demonstrate your own abilities, but if everyone thinks together and combines their strengths, you will have a power so great that an individual alone cannot compete.
Just like in club activities or ball games, even if one person stands out in a team or organization, it will not produce results. Each individual should give their all and achieve results.

Just a "battery", but a "battery". It's a familiar "battery", but it enhances knowledge and solidarity.