DFSK became the technical sponsor for the 2025 ICF Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships in Milan, providing smart mobility solutions with the E5 model for seamless transport during the event.
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| DFSK, the official technical sponsor for the 2025 ICF Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships, provides eco-friendly mobility solutions with the E5 electric SUV, ensuring smooth transport during the event. Image: DFSK |
Milan, Italy – August 28, 2025:
DFSK has been named the official technical sponsor of the 2025 ICF Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships, providing intelligent mobility solutions to ensure smooth transportation for athletes and officials. Held in Milan from August 20 to 24, the prestigious event, sanctioned by the International Canoe Federation (ICF), brought together over 800 athletes from nearly 70 countries to compete at the highest level of water sports.
As part of its sponsorship, DFSK supplied the E5 electric SUV, a cutting-edge vehicle developed by the SERES Group with advanced energy technology. Known for its precision, performance, and endurance, the E5 was the ideal choice for supporting the event's transport needs, offering a reliable, efficient, and sustainable solution for both everyday and high-profile event logistics.
The DFSK E5 exemplifies the same qualities that athletes require in the world of canoe sprinting: precision, endurance, and top-tier performance. Featuring the SERES Super Electric Hybrid System, the E5 provides a powerful 130 kW peak output and 330 Nm peak torque, offering smooth, all-electric propulsion for a quiet and comfortable experience. The vehicle’s MacPherson front suspension and multi-link independent rear suspension ensure optimal handling, making it a perfect fit for urban traffic during the event.
With a combined range of up to 1000 km and an electric-only range of 87 km, the E5’s long-distance efficiency is key to providing a seamless experience for event organizers and participants alike. The 17.5 kWh battery enables the vehicle to handle high-demand logistics, ensuring reliable shuttle services throughout the championship while maintaining eco-friendly credentials.
DFSK’s partnership with the 2025 ICF Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships aligns with the company’s core mission of advancing intelligent mobility. With its 76% recommendation rate, the E5 model demonstrated exceptional reliability during the event, playing a vital role in transporting athletes, officials, and staff with comfort and efficiency.
The sponsorship reflects DFSK’s commitment to green mobility and sustainable transportation solutions. As a pioneer in the field of smart electric mobility, DFSK believes in making cutting-edge technology accessible and practical for a wide range of applications. By aligning with the ICF Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships, DFSK also highlights its dedication to sustainability, promoting both sport and environmental progress as essential components of the future.
The ICF Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships celebrate the athleticism, endurance, and precision of world-class athletes who push their limits in every race. Likewise, DFSK’s E5 model embodies these same attributes of performance and resilience, both on the road and off. Through its sponsorship, DFSK underscores its role in redefining mobility while supporting a global sporting event that promotes excellence, inclusion, and sustainability.
As athletes compete for victory, DFSK’s state-of-the-art electric vehicles help move people forward, demonstrating that the pursuit of progress is not limited to sport alone. Whether on the water or the road, DFSK and the ICF share a commitment to relentless progress, fostering a world that moves forward with purpose, innovation, and responsibility.