# Car E Formula FIA Release Digital Gen2 Electric Car

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2018/02/car-e-formula-fia-first-digital-images-gen2-ev/
- Published: 2018-02-19T04:18:35-05:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

## First look shows striking futuristic new design!

LONDON, UK (January 30, 2018) – [Formula E](https://greenlivingguy.com/2014/07/formula-e-hosts-prestigious-global-launch-party/)
and the FIA have released the first digital images. That’s of the next generation
car. Most importantly for season five. Thereby showcasing the futuristic new-look
of the electric street racing series. All with the covers coming off the physical
model at the Geneva Motor Show on March 6.

Making its competitive debut for the 2018/19 ABB FIA Formula E [Championship](https://greenlivingguy.com/2019/01/formula-fia-bird-holds-off-wehrlein-to-win-santiago-scorcher-all-electric/),
the fully-electric Gen2 car will be used for the next three seasons. The car visibly
represents a new era. Especially for Formula E and also further distinguishes the
series. I mean from other categories in motorsport.

![Car e formula Fia](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/
02/img_3514.jpg?resize=300%2C169&quality=52&ssl=1)

### First Car Commissioned for FIA

Most noteworthy, this is the first car ever to be created by the governing body 
for motorsport.

So, FIA is bringing together the world’s leading designers and engineers to work
on the concept.

Most importantly, the common package of specification parts will be [homologated](https://greenlivingguy.com/2019/01/leading-names-in-abb-fia-formula-e-championship-to-contest-for-trophies-created-by-graduates-from-central-saint-martins/)
and built by the competing manufacturers. That’s to house their own bespoke powertrain.

![Formula E car fia](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/
02/img_3515.jpg?resize=300%2C169&quality=52&ssl=1)

#### Gen 2 Car

The new car demonstrates a step-up in performance from the current iteration. For
that’s with almost double the energy storage capacity and also more excitingly double
the range. For that’s meaning the teams and drivers will also complete a full race
distance at higher speeds. Most noteworthy and without making a mid-race car swap.
The Gen2 car is more noteworthy and clear proof of the advancements. Especially 
in battery and electric motor [technology](https://greenlivingguy.com/2015/02/circuit-unveiled-for-formula-e-dhl-berlin-eprix/).

#### I mean looks what’s been achieved in only four years.

In addition, the physical model of the Gen2 car together with full technical specifications.
For they will be revealed on the FIA stand. Most importantly at the Geneva Motor
Show on March 6.

#### Internal Excitement

These are clearly very exciting times for Formula E. For they are showing for the
first time the design of the next generation car. So I’m sure that everyone will
be very excited. Especially by how futuristic and advanced it is. It’s clearly awesome
that the FIA has been at the forefront of this car’s development. For it’s something
new for the Federation. I mean the project has also been a huge success. They truly
can’t wait to take the covers off the real car when it will be seen for the first
time in Geneva on March 6.

These comments were from Alejandro Agag, Founder & CEO of Formula E, said: “This
car represents the future of racing. When we started Formula E, our goal was to 
break the mould and challenge the status quo – bringing a revolution to motorsport.
This next generation car represents that revolution. The cars will be faster and
will have almost double the amount of energy storage capacity and double the range,
demonstrating the continuous evolution of battery technology. Together with the 
FIA, we’ve achieved a great milestone with the introduction of this car and I can’t
wait to see it on track.”

#### Conclusion

In conclusion, the Formula E and FIA’s release of the first digital images of the
Gen2 electric car is a significant step towards the future of sustainable racing.
The Gen2 car is a major improvement over its predecessor. Especially with better
performance. Also longer range and furthermore a sleek, futuristic design. The electric
car racing series has the potential to inspire innovation in the automotive industry.
Moreover and promote the adoption of electric vehicles. With the Gen2 car set to
debut in the 2018/2019 season, it will be exciting to see how it performs on the
track and how it influences the future of racing.

Source: Formula E

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