FORMULA-E
FORMULA-E HISTORY : from the start to the present day
By Julia Belyakova
In just a few years , the Formula-E concept has completely evolved thanks to electric racing cars and industry innovations . Eco-friendly racing is a relatively new phenomenon . Electric vehicles have not yet gone universal ; their producers , however , are making major break-throughs from year to year . Thanks to their impressive capacities , they are now a worthy alternative to fuel-driven cars . The history of Formula-E is still quite young , dating back only 8 years . During this time , however , the race has undergone a significant evolution , getting more professional and exciting year after year .
Monaco E-Prix racing during the 2021 / 2022 Formula E season ( May 8 , 2021 )
An intense moment of struggle on the legendary circuit in Monaco ( May 8 , 2021 )
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From its very inception , Formula-E has not aimed to replace Formula-1 . Quite the opposite , it has sought to stand out with a different concept and with the electric cars ’ sleek look , whilst reducing CO 2 emissions . Formula-E is completely electric , making racing possible right in the city centre , rather than requiring separate race-tracks . The FIA , regulating Formula racing , has also largely welcomed its efforts on reducing emissions .
Under the careful guidance of Jules Bianchi and Alexandre Prémat , the first 100 % electric single-seater , Formulec , was raced back in 2010 at Magny-Cours and Le Mans . This project , led by the Frenchmen Eric Barbarou and Pierre Gosselin , was at the heart of the future Formula-E championship , coming fully to life four years later . Alejandro Agag , the Formula-E CEO and visionary , has always believed in this new generation of electric car racing , combining innovation , technology , sustainability and fun .
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