Formula E
Covers come off the next generation Formula E car
Key Takeaways
- The new fully-electric FIA Formula E Gen2 car unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show along with technical specifications
The DHL branded covers were taken off the FIA Formula E Gen2 car by FIA President Jean Todt, Founder & CEO of Formula E Alejandro Agag, along with a helping hand using a robot arm supplied by title partner ABB. The unveiling took place in front of a selection of media, special guests as well as manufacturers and teams competing in the electric street racing series.
Other than the striking new-look for Formula E, the most notable change comes underneath the bodywork with the battery - doubling the range of the car. With almost double the energy storage capacity available to the teams and drivers, there will no longer be the need for a mid-race car change.
Alongside the improved longevity, the maximum power output of the car has increased to 250kW - an increase of 50kW that will see the potential top speed of Formula E reach 280 km/h (174 mph). Integrated as part of the chassis is the new Halo head protection device, along with an innovative strip of LED lighting. The lighting system concept will enable fans to better follow the strategy of their favourite team or driver - indicating different power modes and other race-related information, with more details to be revealed ahead of the start of season five.
The Gen2 car also features the new MICHELIN Pilot Sport all-weather tyre, which is specifically designed for the unique demands of electric street racing. Not only is the tyre lighter than ist predecessors, but it also boasts significantly lower rolling resistance and a new graphic design. The new model will compete over the coming three seasons, starting with season five in late 2018.
FIA President, Jean Todt, said: "The FIA Formula E Gen2 really looks like a car of the future, and it's a car for the future. It's incredible to see the progress made in just four years - to double the range of the car and increase the power output is a fantastic achievement. With the support of so many manufacturers, Formula E will continue to push the development of electric vehicle technology, and this car is an important milestone in this journey."
FIA Technical Director, Gilles Simon, said: "It's fantastic to finally show people the FIA Formula E Gen2. It has been a hugely collaborative project, and I would like to thank everyone at the FIA, and all of our technical partners and official suppliers for their tireless work to make this car a reality. The result has been a car that everyone is talking about and that achieves all the technical goals we set. Formula E is a fascinating mission from a technical perspective - it gives us the opportunity to create something completely different to anything else in motorsport, and developing innovative technologies at the forefront of the electric revolution that is happening in the automotive industry is really exciting. To make something faster with double the efficiency was a great challenge, and I think it's going to be very spectacular when it takes to the track in season five."
When people see this car they will say it's Formula E, it's the future
Alejandro Agag
Alejandro Agag, Founder & CEO of Formula E, said: "This is the first time I've seen the complete car in the flesh and it's even more sleek and spectacular up close. If you were to draw a racing car from scratch and base it purely on its looks, you'd come up with just this design. Not only is it striking on the eye, the performance and range show clear progress in terms of technological development in only four years. I'd like to express my personal thanks to the FIA and its President Jean Todt, for their hard work and support in putting together and designing our Gen2 car. This model visually differentiates Formula E from any other single-seater in motorsport today. When people see this car they will say it's Formula E, it's the future."
Technical specifications
Length - 5160 mm
Width - 1770 mm
Height - 1050 mm
Front track - 1553 mm
Rear track - 1505 mm
Ride height - 75 mm (max)
Wheelbase - 3100 mm
Minimum weight (inc. driver): 900 kg (battery - 385 kg)
Maximum power - 250 kW, equivalent to 335 bhp
Race mode (maximum power available) - 200 kW, equivalent to 270 bhp
Maximum power regeneration - 250 kW
The amount of energy that can be delivered to the MGU (the motor) by the RESS (the battery) is limited to 54 kWh. This will be permanently monitored by the FIA.
Maximum speed - 280 km/h (174 mph)
Acceleration - 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 2.8 seconds
Tyres - Bespoke 18-inch MICHELIN Pilot Sport tyres for use in both wet and dry conditions.
Brakes - Brembo package; bespoke carbon discs and pads 278 mm in diameter at the front and 263 mm at the rear, callipers and tandem master cylinder - brake-by-wire at the rear.
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