Opening of the first International Electric Formula Championship

On September 13th, the first FIA Formula E Championship will be unveiled in Beijing to create the first of a series of pure electric racing events. As a pioneer of pure electric development, Renault is deeply involved. The Spark-Renault SRT-01 E race car jointly designed and developed by Renault Sports and Spark Racing Technology will become the designated vehicle of this event. In recent days, Renault and other major players have begun to flex their muscles and countdown to the opening of the event.

The FIA ​​Auto Formula Championship is hosted by the International Automobile Federation (FIA) and aims to provide the best display platform for the promotion and sustainable development of electric vehicles worldwide, and represents the future direction of the automotive industry. The championship will be held in the form of an "open championship" in which 10 teams (two drivers per team) will drive the Spark-Renault SRT-01E racecar. The car is designed for urban race track development using the most advanced electric drivetrain technology. . By then, they will appear around Beijing, London, Buenos Aires and other famous landmarks in 10 cities around the world, giving visitors a perfect presentation of the speed and passion brought by environmental protection and technology.

Recently, the first Chinese racer Dong Hebin of F1 history performed a simulation test on the Spark-Renault SRT-01E race car at the Mont Blanco race track in Spain. His excellent performance made him scream, and the result of the test run also strengthened his development of this event. The confidence of the prospects. "Electric Formula Championship is very likely to become the future of racing." He said, "Whether it is racing or daily life, everyone is increasingly focusing on sustainable development and environmental protection, which is also the significance of this game."

As a car company with social responsibility, Renault has always been committed to allowing consumers to enjoy convenient transportation and a healthy living environment. In 2011, Renault proposed the “2016-control change” strategy to guide future development and promised to reduce CO2 emissions through technological innovation, and to be the first automaker to have a full range of affordable electric vehicle products. So far, Renault has launched ZOE, Twizy, and Feng Lang Z. E. And Kangoo Z. E. The four mass-produced electric vehicles demonstrated their confidence and determination in fulfilling their emission reduction commitments. In 2013, Renault's electric vehicle series performed well, with sales of 19,093 units, a year-on-year increase of 13%, which also helped the Renault Group become the first car brand with CO2 emissions below 115 g/km.

Given the leading position in the single-seat racing and electric vehicle industry, Renault's rich experience will surely benefit players. In the future, Renault will also continue to reform and advance, achieve continuous innovation in the field of new energy vehicles, and make more important contributions to the arrival of a new era of transportation with zero noise and zero emissions.