Audi Sport recently hosted the “e-tron on track” event in Neuburg, Germany, uniting five of its electrified prototype models. The gathering signified Audi’s journey in the evolution of electric motorsport drives since the brand’s pioneering endeavors in 2012.
Why It Matters
The convergence of these electric models underscores Audi’s commitment to sustainable motorsport technologies. It offers a tangible display of how the brand is channeling its racing innovations into broader electric transportation solutions for the future.
Key Points
- The event spotlighted five distinguished Audi models: the Audi R18 e-tron quattro from Le Mans, the Formula E race car e-tron FE07, the Dakar Rally prototype RS Q e-tron, and the show cars e-tron Vision Gran Turismo and S1 e-tron quattro Hoonitron.
- Racing legends present included nine-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen, Mattias Ekström, Stéphane Peterhansel, and Carlos Sainz. All of whom have played a significant role in the motorsport realm.
- Audi’s innovation journey began with a hybrid win at Le Mans 24 Hours with the R18 e-tron quattro, showcasing the brand’s ongoing commitment to alternative powertrains.
- Over a three-year period (2012-2014), Audi clinched three consecutive wins at Le Mans using the R18 e-tron quattro hybrid sports car.
- Audi’s e-tron Vision Gran Turismo, conceptualized five years ago, emerged as a high-powered electric race cab for FIA Formula E Championship, boasting over 800 hp.
- The latest offering, Audi RS Q e-tron, is engineered for grueling desert rallies, exemplifying the brand’s prowess in managing extreme energy demands.
Bottom Line
Audi Sport’s “e-tron on track” event showcased the brand’s advancements in electric motorsport technology over the years. By championing sustainable race car solutions, Audi not only pushes the envelope in motorsport but also influences everyday electric vehicle innovations for efficiency and pleasure.
