Dinner Talk - Ali Russell - Managing Director, Extreme H
Dinner Talk - Ali Russell - Managing Director, Extreme H
07 Aug 2025
Ali Russell initiates the world's first hydrogen racing series, Xtreme H, in Qadiyah, aiming to address climate change through alternative transportation methods like electrification, biofuels, and hydrogen. The series focuses on advancing hydrogen technology, particularly green hydrogen, by improving its production, storage, logistics, and use in car propulsion, with one year of racing equating to a decade of R&D. The initiative targets a billion motorsport enthusiasts globally, featuring 12-minute sprint races designed for the Snapchat and TikTok generation, emphasizing a digitally-first approach to content creation and sharing. Russell highlights the importance of maintaining momentum in startups, stressing continuous innovation and problem-solving without a predefined roadmap.