Formula E is set to make history this Sunday, June 25, as electric single-seaters will race for the first time ever on the Portland International Raceway. The 3.221-kilometer track, which has previously hosted other single-seater races like IndyCar, features many straight lines that allow for high-speed racing.
During the first free practice session, René Rast of McLaren stood out by dominating the session and setting a new record for the fastest average speed over one lap in Formula E history. Rast surpassed the previous record held by Sacha Fenestraz of Nissan, achieving an average speed of 135.324 km/h. It is worth noting that Rast’s lap speed has not been revealed by Formula E.
The historic day continued with Edoardo Mortara of Maserati becoming the first driver in Formula E history to complete a lap with an average speed of 100 mph or 160.934 km/h. However, the records didn’t stop there, as Jaguar drivers Sam Bird and Mitch Evans achieved even higher speeds.
Bird entered the annals of Formula E by becoming the first driver to reach a speed of 275 km/h, while his teammate Evans surpassed him with a peak speed of 276.6 km/h. These speeds have never been seen before in the championship.
At the end of the session, René Rast set the best time with a lap time of 1’09″054. Jean-Eric Vergne of DS Penske and Dan Ticktum of NIO 333 Racing completed the top three.
This historic event in Portland marks a significant milestone for Formula E, showcasing the increasing speed and performance of electric single-seaters. Fans and drivers alike are excited to witness this groundbreaking race on American soil.
In other news, Formula E recently announced that Tokyo will be added to its calendar, further expanding the championship’s global reach.
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This Sunday, June 25, Formula E will make history as electric single-seaters race for the first time ever on the Portland International Raceway. This iconic 3.221-kilometer track, known for hosting races like IndyCar, features long straight lines that enable high-speed racing.
During the first free practice session, McLaren’s René Rast dominated the track, setting a new record for the fastest average speed over one lap in Formula E history. Rast surpassed the previous record held by Nissan’s Sacha Fenestraz, achieving an impressive average speed of 135.324 km/h. However, the exact lap speed achieved by Rast has not yet been disclosed.
The historic day continued with Maserati’s Edoardo Mortara becoming the first driver in Formula E history to complete a lap with an average speed of 100 mph or 160.934 km/h. But the records didn’t stop there, as Jaguar drivers Sam Bird and Mitch Evans achieved even higher speeds.
Bird made his mark in Formula E by reaching a speed of 275 km/h, an unprecedented feat in the championship. However, his teammate Evans surpassed him with a peak speed of 276.6 km/h, further pushing the boundaries of Formula E.
At the end of the session, René Rast secured the top position with a lap time of 1’09″054. DS Penske’s Jean-Eric Vergne and NIO 333 Racing’s Dan Ticktum completed the top three positions.
This historic event in Portland is a significant milestone for Formula E, highlighting the increasing speed and performance of electric single-seaters. Fans and drivers are eagerly awaiting this groundbreaking race on American soil.
In other exciting news, Formula E has recently announced the addition of Tokyo to its calendar, expanding the championship’s global reach even further.
“Formula E’s historic race at Portland International Raceway shattered speed records, leaving fans at the edge of their seats! A remarkable achievement for the sport and a testament to the incredible progress of electric racing!”