Special Motorsports Event - Lord Drayson To Be Keynote Speaker At 2012 MIA Low Carbon Racing Conference

London, Nov. 8, 2011: Lord Drayson, former Minister for Science and Innovation has confirmed as a Keynote Speaker at the 6th International Low Carbon Racing Conference on Wednesday 11 January 2012 at Autosport International, NEC, Birmingham.

Low-carbon racing will be at its heart; no longer a theory, it is now reality. The technology is now proven, with a host of suppliers and numerous racing activities. Toyota recently announced their hybrid engine assault on Le Mans 2012.

Motorsport is being used more and more as the showcase for low-carbon technologies and development. Electric racing is booming, from TTXGP and the eGrandPrix to the Electric Vehicle Cup presenting the world's first 'green' motor racing series. The high-profile partnership to develop the ground-breaking Lola-Drayson B12/69EV all-electric prototype racing car. Toyota Motorsport recently set a new lap record for an electric vehicle (EV) at the legendary Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany.

Don't miss this important event - join us as a delegate, showcase exhibitor or guest at the UKTI International Reception.

Please book online, or look for more information at www.the-mia.com/events-diary.