As the 2020-2021 season of the FIA Formula E World Championship approaches, the Audi Sport ABT Schaeffler team has unveiled its new race car, the FE07. With a 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) acceleration of 2.8 seconds, the car boasts an overall energy efficiency of over 95% and is equipped with the new Audi MGU 05 motor.
Featuring an electric single-gear transmission system, the Audi MGU05 is equipped with an internal rotor, an external magnet, a set of efficient cooling systems, and six electronic phases. During development, the focus was on the use of lightweight materials and the integration of the drive unit into the race car in an intelligent manner. In general, the MGU05 can output 335 horsepower. However, during races, the MGU05 can be switched to “attack mode,” outputting up to 382 horsepower, reaching a top speed of 149 mph and accelerating from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.88 seconds.
The 2021 Formula E season will kick off in mid-January next year in Chile, marking the first time that Formula E will be part of the official FIA World Championship. For Audi, participation in Formula E reflects not only the competitive spirit of international sports, but also the brand’s commitment to sustainability and a digitalized approach to transportation.
🔗Source: Cleantechnica, RaceTech
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