Go Andretti!
The Andretti Formula E Team have Frenchman Jean-Éric Vergne driving for the squad at FIA Formula E Championship ePrix.
Attention all racing fans! Have you heard about the exciting world of Formula E? This relatively new racing series features electric-powered cars. Cars moreover that can reach speeds of up to 140 mph. One of the most thrilling races in the Formula E calendar is the Punta del Este ePrix. For it’s held in Uruguay. In 2015, Formula 1 driver Jean-Eric Vergne made his debut in Formula E at this very race. More noteworthy, his performance did not disappoint. So, buckle up and get ready to experience the rush of Formula E in Punta del Este!
The 24-year-old has three seasons of Formula One experience and has participated in seven championships throughout his career, recording 40 victories and 68 podiums. The 2010 British Formula 3 Champion will join fellow countryman Franck Montagny to complete the Andretti Formula E two-car line-up for the American team led by Michael Andretti.
“We’re really happy to put JEV (Jean-Éric Vergne) in the car,” said Andretti. “He has great talent and we think he’ll pair well with our team for competitive results. I also think having interest and participation from respected F1 drivers shows great strength and the true potential for Formula E as a series and World Championship.”
The Punta del Este ePrix marked the Formula E debut for Vergne, who competed full-time on the Formula 1 circuit with Scuderia Toro Rosso where he ranked 13th in the 2014 F1 Drivers’ standings. The previous two rounds in the inaugural all-electric racing series saw the team’s full-season championship driver Montagny, as well as Charles Pic and reserve driver Matthew Brabham in competition for Andretti.
Source: Formula E http://www.fiaformulae.com
