Formula E, where electric car races are organized, has recently gained a lot of popularity. It has been announced that McLaren, one of the successful teams of Formula 1, will also participate in the racing series, which hosts advanced technology. The world-famous Formula team will compete in electric car races from next season.
As it is known, McLaren has been fighting in Formula 1 for many years. However, the team announced that it will now take place in Formula E and keep up with the technology. Formula E is a platform where electric cars compete and it is getting more and more popular every day.
McLaren moves to Formula E
McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown is the first to announce the move to Formula E. Stating that EV races will provide them with a competitive advantage, Brown continued his statements with the following statements:
McLaren Racing, to its fans, partners and people; always strives to compete for the best and cutting edge technology, providing the newest ways of excitement, fun and inspiration.
McLaren CEO, saying that Formula E will contribute to them, also underlined in his announcement that he will take over the operation in Brackley, England, with the Mercedes-AMG F1 team. This, in turn, cleared up the question marks for the Mercedes-EQ team.
Also delighted, Mercedes-EQ team principal Ian James said: “Today’s announcement confirms the next exciting chapter in the team’s development.”
What are the differences between Formula E and Formula 1?
We are sure that this question may be confusing for you. But the titles give the real answer. Because the ‘E’ phrase at the beginning of Formula E represents that the race consists entirely of electric vehicles. Formula 1, on the other hand, is much older. This series consists of vehicles with internal combustion engines. Considering that Formula 1 started in 1950 and Formula E came out in 2014, it is easy to understand that Formula E is more innovative.
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