McLaren Supplying and Building EV Racers
WiredMcLaren, a company synonymous with Formula 1 and awesome supercars, has thrown its hat into the electric Formula E racing ring. “I’m a passionate believer in the role that motorsport can play in showcasing and spearheading the development of future technologies, and regard the Formula E concept as an exciting innovation for global motorsport," said Martin Whitmarsh," CEO McLaren Group and Team Principal of Vodafone McLaren Mercedes. Formula E, unlike many racing leagues using internal combustion, will send drivers on courses through metropolitan streets. Vasseur said, “The association with a globally recognized car manufacturer is definitely the right way to go.” The racing league is set to have 10 teams and 20 drivers at launch. Britain's Lewis Hamilton, who won the 2008 Formula One championship with McLaren, raced for ART in the Formula Three Euroseries.
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