Extreme E are looking for Formula 1 talent and have their eyes on Alonso and Hamilton

New electric racing series Extreme E eyes up the stars of Formula 1 as potential racing talent. 

McLaren sporting director Gil de Ferran has revealed plans for a new electric car series that will hold races in the Arctic, the Himalayas, the Sahara desert, the Amazon rainforest and islands in the Indian Ocean. The racers would race in electric SUV's over a 5 race competition and hopes of getting some big names signed up are hopeful. 

At the London launch of Extreme E, De Ferran told the Daily Mail: “I was texting him (Alonso) about it this morning.

“Fernando would certainly add a lot. He’s very famous, he’s fun, he’s a great driver and it would be great to have someone of his notoriety and character in our event.

“This appeals to those that love challenges have a sense of adventure and an environmental conscience.

“It would be great to have Lewis Hamilton participate, race and be part of this adventure too. Drivers like that would add a lot.”

“Extreme E offers a unique sport, adventure and entertainment concept that has never been seen or done before,” added De Ferran.

“Viewers can expect a completely new way of consuming sport, with each episode telling not just the story of a race, but the need to protect these remote environments.”