Drive Wire for September 21st, 2016: Porsche Reportedly Wants to Build Batteries for Formula E
Carmaker supposedly seeking to take over energy storage duties for racing series starting in 2018.
ByThe Drive StaffSeptember 21, 2016
Today on Drive Wire, The Drive discusses a new report that Porsche may be looking to become the sole battery supplier for Formula E. According to Motorsport.com, Porsche has filed an application to handle the battery technology for the world's premiere electric car racing series starting in 2018. How does this play into Porsche's greater plans for future vehicles and battery development? Check out the video above to find out.
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