Formula E is leading the way for the future of motorsport, promoting
electric power for a sustainable future while providing thrilling
racing. Formula E: Racing For The Future, produced with the full
cooperation of Formula E, gives the reader an access all areas pass to
provide a fascinating insight into the series and its inner workings.
The official book looks at the origins and history of Formula E, follows
the evolution of the series, examines the design, engineering and
technology of the cars, collects views from drivers and engineers about
the challenges involved, and takes a close-up look at the organisation
of a race weekend.
- The Formula E story: origins of the concept; its DNA of city-centre
racing worldwide; anatomy of the original Spark-Renault SRT_01E Gen 1
car; the sporting regulations; summary of seasons from the start in
2014/15.
- Formula E's development moves into its second phase: the new Gen 2 car
introduced for the 2018/19 season, with increased range (eliminating
mid-race car swaps), more power and added aesthetic flamboyance.
- The Gen 2 car described and analysed in detail: chassis, bodywork,
aerodynamics, powertrain, battery, electrical equipment; suspension,
steering, brakes, wheels and tyres, cockpit controls and safety
equipment.
- The engineer's view (Jaguar racing technical manager Phil Charles):
vehicle dynamics and car set-up; a small, well-drilled team;
scrutineering and technical checks; procedures through a race weekend;
the importance of braking.
- The driver's view (long-time Formula E driver Oliver Turvey): cockpit
controls and settings; the driving challenge; the importance of the
simulator; practice and qualifying; and finally the race itself.
- Forewords by Jean Todt, President of the Fédération Internationale de
l'Automobile (FIA), and Alejandro Agag, Chairman and Founder of
Formula E.
- Tabular details of car specifications and season results.
This is a must-have book for all fans of Formula E as well as those
coming to the series for the first time and wanting to know more about
it.
