Formula E NYC Race Experience

Clueless_Collector · 2017-07-19T15:56:45Z

Clueless_Collector reports on Formula E racing in NYC. Experience electric motorsport, pit lane access, and the future of high-performance driving.

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Clueless_Collector (Raymond) shares an exhilarating firsthand account of the first Formula E race in NYC, offering a glimpse into the future of motorsport. His detailed report, complete with vibrant photos, captures the unique atmosphere of electric racing and the innovative technology behind it. Raymond's experience provides valuable insights into how Formula E is reshaping the automotive landscape.

I think it is.

Last weekend, my family attended the 1st Formula E racing in NYC, or 2nd I should say, since the 1st was on Sat 7/15. The location was in Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, Red Hook, because NYC has it's limits for such events.

We got the EMOTION Club tickets for Round 10 (Sun 7/16) and hangout in hospitality area where you can test out VR, driving games. It was a fun packed day with lots of excitement, food, champagne etc.

Most memorable part was able to visit and walk the pit lanes, visit the pit stops and close up interaction with the team, drivers, understanding how they prepare the race cars.

These Formula E cars are heavier than conventional Formula 1 race cars, and the teams have to prepare 4 cars for 2 drivers. One car to race and another to charge, and using dry ice to cool the car, battery area.

While the weather is a little warmer than we wished, it didn't stop the crowd from having an exciting hour watching 50 laps.

After the race, we get to celebrate with the drivers with champagnes splashing all over.

Enjoy the photos.

Rgds

Raymond

Disclaimer: I'm not promoting anything, just sharing the fun.

Nice backdrop

Dance performance

Ready to go to Pit lane

Brought my L1 TZ today, too warm for leather strap.

Famous last name.

BMW i8 as safety car

Emotion Club area

Brooklyn race track grand stand

The sound is very different from these race cars

Big screen showing how close 2 cars were

Power max at 170kw for racing, very quick to reach this power.

Not Hublot, just Big Bang

Small crash at the end of race, nothing major.

The man who started Formula E

The winner with the trophy.

Son doing a dab with Usain Bolt

We celebrating with Sponsor 😜

Key Points from the Discussion

Formula E cars require teams to prepare four vehicles for two drivers, with one car racing while another charges, and dry ice is used to cool the car and battery area.
While electric cars like the Tesla Model S are practical for daily use, some enthusiasts still prefer the sound and experience of internal combustion engine (ICE) cars for racing.
The sound of Formula E cars is distinct, described as a higher-pitched whine, contrasting with the muted sound of modern F1 hybrids and the traditional roar of V12s and V10s.
The event featured a BMW i8 as a safety car, showcasing the integration of hybrid and electric performance vehicles in the racing environment.
The maximum power output for racing in Formula E is 170kw, which cars can reach very quickly, highlighting the rapid acceleration capabilities of electric powertrains.

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patrick_y

Jul 19, 2017

Thank you for the very funny photos Raymond! Glad you and your family had a great time at the warm event out in Brooklyn. I need to get one of those champagne robots... That'd be useful.

willski

Jul 19, 2017

Awesome pictures and seems like it was a very cool event. I'm sure this will be a big part of the future, although I do miss the sounds of the old V12s and V10s.

Clueless_Collector

Jul 19, 2017

They sound good too, a little higher pitch whine. I don't think the cylinder engines will go away in our lifetime so no worries, we still get to enjoy them

patrickmaniac

Jul 19, 2017

Even now with the 1.6L hybrid in F1. It's sounded muted. Formula E sounds like Prius racing all ard. Disagreement for sure but guess I'm old school. But i do love the tesla P series and the jag ipace Cheers PAt

KMII

Jul 19, 2017

And fully on-board for a Puristspro champagne bot

Clueless_Collector

Jul 19, 2017

Well the technology and green energy consciousness is unstoppable now. The cars look way better than Prius, or should compare it to the Tesla. No worries on the disagreement because everyone have their own opinion. Thanks for looking. Rgds Raymond

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