In 2021, more than 1.5 billion TV viewers watched the races. The great interest in Formula 1 is global and the racing series is one of the sporting events with the highest reach in the world. Audi is taking on the challenge of proving its “Vorsprung durch Technik” in this competitive environment. As a spectacular platform for the most demanding electrified racing cars in the world, it is of particular interest to car manufacturers. The series holds races in all relevant markets of the brand. Globally recognized, highly emotional, and technologically advanced – that’s how Formula 1 has met Audi’s exact requirements. High Popularity in Key Markets and with Young Target Groups The highly efficient 1.6-liter turbo engines run on advanced sustainable fuel – also a prerequisite for Audi’s entry into the series. The electric motor will then be nearly as powerful as the combustion engine, which has an output of about 400 kW (544 hp). A close link between our Formula 1 project and AUDI AG’s Technical Development department will enable synergies.”įrom 2026, the electric power output for the power units, consisting of an electric motor, battery, control electronics, and a combustion engine, will increase sharply compared to today’s Formula 1 drive systems. Formula 1 is transforming, and Audi wants to actively support this journey. Oliver Hoffmann, Member of the Board for Technical Development, says: “In view of the major technological leaps that the series is making towards sustainability in 2026, we can speak of a new Formula 1. Actively Shaping Formula 1’s Transformation In addition, Formula 1 has set itself the ambitious goal of being a carbon-neutral racing series by 2030. In addition to the existing cap on costs for teams, a cost cap for power unit manufacturers will be introduced in 2023. The new technical rules, which will apply from 2026, focus on greater electrification and advanced sustainable fuel. The key to getting involved is the world’s most popular racing series is the clear plan to become more sustainable and cost-efficient. After all, Formula 1 and Audi both pursue clear sustainability goals.” With the new rules, now is the right time for us to get involved. The combination of high performance and competition is always a driver of innovation and technology transfer in our industry. “Formula 1 is both a global stage for our brand and a highly challenging development laboratory. “Motorsport is an integral part of Audi’s DNA,” says Markus Duesmann. At the event, Markus Duesmann, Chairman of the Board of Management of AUDI AG, and Oliver Hoffmann, Member of the Board of Management for Technical Development, answered questions in the company of Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali and Mohammed ben Sulayem, President of the International Automobile Federation (FIA). Only consumption and emission values according to WLTP and not according to NEDC are available for the vehicle. Further information: Audi announced its entry at a press conference at the Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps. Further information: **Audi SQ8 e-tron: Combined electric power consumption in kWh/100 km: 29.0–26.2 combined CO 2 emissions in g/km: 0. Only consumption and emission values according to WLTP and not according to NEDC are available for the vehicle. *Audi RS e-tron GT: Power consumption combined in kWh/100 km: 21.6-19.6 CO₂ emissions combined: 0 g/km. #Audi #FutureIsAnAttitude #GreentechFestival #GreentechFest #CelebrateChange #eMobility At Audi, our vision goes beyond cars, it's about a 360° view on the future of premium electric mobility and how the steps we take today, can influence how we live tomorrow. From our unique Audi Driving Experience with the Audi RS e-tron GT* and the Audi Q8 e-tron** to our look into the possibilities of closed-loop processes. At this year's Greentech Festival Berlin, we presented our vision for a better tomorrow in a holisitic and human-centric way. Taking steps towards change | Audi x Greentech Festival Berlin 2023Ī place to discuss actionable change.
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