Formula E, the all-electric version of Formula 1, has introduced the GEN3 Evo cars that can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.82 seconds, faster than Formula 1 cars. These cars were recently showcased in Miami, with familiar names like Andretti, Jaguar, and Maserati competing on the track. The series aims to promote e-mobility and renewable energy, showcasing the latest in sustainability technology.
The technology being developed on the track, like regenerative braking and efficient four-wheel drive systems, will eventually make its way into street-legal EVs. Formula E races feature more turns and tight corners than Formula 1, with races lasting between 45 minutes to an hour.
Teams in Formula E have the opportunity to tinker with powertrains, suspension, and software to optimize performance. The software is as crucial to EV racing as aerodynamics is to Formula 1, allowing for precise control of over 1,000 components in the cars.
The iterative competition in Formula E has led to faster cars, lighter batteries, and more powerful engines. In a 45-minute race, a Formula E car uses less than 5 liters of fuel, a fraction of what an internal combustion car would use. Technology developed in Formula E has even been used to improve the efficiency of street EVs, like the Jaguar I-Pace.
The upcoming Miami race on April 11 and 12 at Homestead-Miami Speedway will be followed by races in Monaco, Shanghai, and London. Formula E continues to push the boundaries of electric racing technology and sustainability, showcasing the potential of EVs on and off the track.
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