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september 08, 2016 - Jaguar
Jaguar returns to racing with I-Type, Adam Carroll, Mitch Evans, Ho-Pin Tung and Panasonic
- First all-electric #jaguar #racing car, the #itype 1, unveiled in full race livery and set to inspire a new generation of fans
- Panasonic announced as official title partner for Jaguar's return to global motorsport in the FIA #formulae Championship
- Driver line-up mixes youth and experience of #adamcarroll, #mitchevans and reserve driver #hopintung to spearhead Jaguar's #formulae campaign
- Jaguar Land Rover, Britain's largest R&D investor, underscores its commitment to 'Race To Innovate' using the championship as a platform to develop the next generation of electric powered road cars
- Panasonic #jaguar #racing set to make its debut in Hong Kong in the opening race of the third FIA #formulae season on Sunday 9 October 2016 following a successful test program
- To view and share the launch film click here https://youtu.be/yWtEgn-uqjA
@JaguarRacing
Thursday 8 September 2016: Jaguar today takes the wraps off its new electric motorsport future, revealing its #formulae team's official name, vision, title sponsor, driver line-up and electric #racing livery.
From this October, Panasonic #jaguar #racing will compete in the third FIA #formulae season with the first all-electric #jaguar #racing car in history: the #itype 1.
At the launch #event at the #jaguar Collections Centre, the new #itype 1 made a dramatic debut driven by the team's official reserve driver #hopintung and outlining the brands commitment to 'Race To Innovate' - a mission to change the perception of electric vehicles, to develop new electric technology and to inspire future generations.
In addition, #jaguar revealed an exciting race driver line-up with #adamcarroll and #mitchevans confirmed to drive the #itype 1 in the team's inaugural season. This driver line up will spearhead Jaguar's return to top-level #racing.
Jaguar detailed its partnership with Panasonic that will see the leading electronics and automotive technology company partner with the #jaguar #racing #formulae team to develop a future that promises to push the boundaries of electric technology in a performance environment. In addition, #jaguar was pleased to announce Lear Corporation will join the team as an Official Team Partner.
Gerd Mäuser, Chairman of Panasonic #jaguar #racing said: "Today marks a new chapter in the history of #jaguar #racing. As the first premium car manufacturer in #formulae we are proud to be back in top-level motorsport. The future is changing and we're part of that change. We can't wait to begin #racing competitively in inner city locations inspiring a whole new generation of @JaguarRacing fans to join us on this exciting journey. #formulae is the perfect platform to inspire the next generation."
Jaguar Land Rover employs 9,000 engineers and is Britain's largest research and development investor across any business sector.
Nick Rogers, Executive Director, Product Engineering at #jaguar Land Rover, underlined the important role #formulae will play in developing next generation electric vehicle technology and the importance of electric vehicles in #jaguar Land Rover's future product portfolio.
Rogers said: "Over the next five years we will see more changes in the automotive world than in the last three decades. The championship will enable us to engineer and test our advanced technologies under extreme performance conditions. We will apply this vital knowledge as part of our real world development. At #jaguar Land Rover we employ 9,000 engineers and the team will draw on these engineers to extract data and push the boundaries of electric technology in a race environment."
The Panasonic #jaguar #racing team has successfully completed 21 days of testing, up to and including the last #formulae public test, which finished at Donington Park Circuit yesterday.
James Barclay, Panasonic #jaguar #racing Team Director said: "Today is a proud moment for myself and the entire Panasonic #jaguar #racing team at our official launch. Everyone has worked very hard over the last nine months to prepare for our debut in the Championship. I am delighted to welcome Adam, Mitch and Ho-Pin, Panasonic, Lear and all of our new fans into the #jaguar family.
"We want to be successful on and off the track. We know that the challenge will be strong - our competitors have a two-year head start. We will be keeping our expectations in check in our first season. Ultimately we're here to win but we're here to innovate too. I would like to thank Jean Todt and his team at the FIA and Alejandro Agag and his team at #formulae for their vision in building this innovative series and for their help and support over the last 12 months with Jaguar's entry."
Panasonic #jaguar #racing Team Drivers
Adam Carroll, 33 years old, Northern Ireland
Adam brings speed and experience to #jaguar in a career that spans from karting, to F3, GP2, A1GP, IndyCar and WEC. He has also successfully carried out the bulk of Panasonic Jaguar's #formulae testing duties.
Adam Carroll said: "It's a real privilege to be #racing for #jaguar in #formulae. You only have to look at the calibre of the other drivers in the series to see the level of competitiveness and prestige that this championship now has. To drive for #jaguar is also a dream come true. They are the biggest brand to come into the series and one of the most evocative names in #racing."
Mitch Evans, 22 years old, New Zealand
With multiple karting and open-wheel championship titles to his name including the 2012 GP3 Championship, Mitch is a young driver with proven race credentials. He has also competed in the historic 24 Hours of Le Mans, finishing 2nd in class in 2015. In 2016 he has competed in the GP2 Series for Campos #racing.
Mitch Evans commented: "Formula E is a real drivers' championship with some of the most competitive #racing in the world. Any of the drivers will tell you how challenging it is to find the limit in a #formulae car and gain those extra tenths and I'm looking forward to the season ahead. Some of history's most iconic cars have been developed by #jaguar, and I'm thrilled to be part of Jaguar's electric future and our return to motorsport."
Ho-Pin Tung, 33 years old, China
Ho-Pin joins Panasonic #jaguar #racing with extensive open-wheel #racing experience including F3, A1GP, GP2, WEC, IndyCar and F1 testing. Tung also brings real-world #formulae experience to the team, having competed in three races in the inaugural FIA #formulae Championship.
Ho-Pin Tung said: "I believe that Jaguar's entry to the series is a significant moment for the FIA #formulae Championship. I have direct experience of #racing in this series and have seen how effectively #formulae brings a thrilling showcase of next generation technologies right to the cities of fans around the world. I am looking forward to making a meaningful contribution to this future of electric mobility and to Jaguar's significant #racing legacy."
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