There’s more than one route to the finish line. With a start in indoor karting & sim racing, Ellis Spiezia is an 18 year old American electric racing driver paving an untraditional path. Having completed two seasons of competitive electric karting with four manufacturers across Europe, Ellis made the move to cars in 2022, taking an active role as a development & test driver for nearly every electric motorsport powertrain available at the junior level. 

By prioritizing electric racing, he is doubling down, leading a new generation that will transform education, the economy, and sustainability through innovation. A nominee for the inaugural BBC Green Sports Young Athlete of the Year Award, a member of EcoAthletes and High Impact Athletes, Ellis is the voice of a new generation in a legacy sport.

He believes the rewards of being first far outweigh the risks.