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Do Formula E cars have electric engines?

Formula E electric cars are awe-inspiring; I can barely tell the difference between those vehicles and regular Formula 1 beasts. Standard EVs use motors, but there must be extra power under these electric vehicles' hoods. Do Formula E cars have electric engines?

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Chanice Boyd · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Formula E cars are super-powered machines. However, just like the standard electric car, Formula E cars don’t have electric engines.
What powers Formula E
electric cars
are batteries and an electric motor. These open-wheel auto racing cars are made according to the International Automobile Federation (FIA) regulations. The FIA requires them to be fully electric to participate in the FIA Formula E Championship.
If you find Formula E electric cars impressive, you might be thrilled to know that even the most basic electric car is considered a high-performance vehicle. Whether or not you own an electric car, you’ll want to ensure that you have great coverage before living out your Formula E dreams.
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