MARCH 08, 2019
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Robles Formula E returns to the streets of Hong Kong with the iconic skyline of Victoria Harbour as the backdrop. Now in its fifth season, the electric car street racing series has cemented its place as a world-class motorsport and entertainment event
HONG KONG CIRCUIT
Designed by Rodrigo Nunes, the circuit runs clockwise and features a 555-metre main straight. The circuit will be a demanding race track with two tight hairpins turns – one at Lung Wo Road and a second at the Star Ferry Pier
STREET CIRCUIT
Race tracks offer lenght straights to provide ample opportunities for overtaking and better vision. Street circuits tend to be very different beasts
The HKT Hong Kong E-Prix reaches 1.86km with 10 turns, including two hairpins, and a 555m main straight. The race format is 45 minutes plus one lap, which means once the 45 minutes is up drivers have to complete one extra lap
SECTOR 1
SECTOR 2
NEW HALO
High–strength titanium with 4mm walls could withstand 14 other Formula E cars stacked on top of it
ATTACK MODE
Enables all drivers to race their fastest speeds for a period of time. Unlocked in specific activation zones on the track. Drivers receive an additional 25kW of power by driving through a designated area of the circuit off the racing line
NEW FORMULA E CAR
The new Formula E vehicle is an open-wheel auto racing car created with a carbon fibre, kevlar and aluminium structure, powered by an electric motor, which is safer and quicker than the Gen1
NEW BATTERY
Developed by McLaren. Charging time: approx. 45 minutes
For the first time, Asia will host three races – Ad Diriyah in Riyadh, Hong Kong, and Sanya in mainland China
TEAM AND DRIVER STANDINGS
FANBOOST
Fans can vote for their favourite driver via various social media channels to give them an extra power boost. Voting is already
open and closes 15 minutes into the race
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