A2RL autonomous racecars take to the track in Abu Dhabi - The Robot Report

The Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) held its second event at the Yas Marina Circuit, continuing its mission to advance autonomous vehicle technology through competitive racing. The league challenges university teams to develop AI drivers competing on standardized racecar platforms. Earlier in the year, A2RL conducted a four-race SIM-Sprint virtual series across multiple tracks, including Yas Marina and Suzuka, where Team Kinetiz narrowly won over the Technical University of Munich (TUM), the 2021 Indy Autonomous Challenge winner. The SIM series was praised for its competitiveness and role in accelerating AI development and the league’s sporting framework. For the second season, A2RL introduced the upgraded EAV-25 autonomous racecar, based on the Super Formula SF23 chassis capable of speeds up to 295 kph (183 mph). The EAV-25 features significant improvements in safety, reliability, and performance over its predecessor, the EAV-24. Key upgrades include enhanced battery systems with integrated management,