Marrakech E-Prix: Formula E’s First Race in Africa
The Marrakech E-Prix is the first Formula E race to be held in Africa. The race will take place on November 12th, 2016 in the city of Marrakech, Morocco. This will be the first time that Formula E has raced in Africa, and it is sure to be an exciting event.
Formula E is a new form of motorsport that uses electric cars instead of traditional gasoline-powered cars. The cars are powered by electric batteries and are capable of reaching speeds of up to 225 km/h. The series was created in 2014 and has since grown in popularity, with races taking place in cities around the world.
The Marrakech E-Prix will be the first race in Africa and is sure to be an exciting event. The race will take place on a 2.9 km street circuit in the city of Marrakech. The circuit will feature 12 turns and will be a challenge for the drivers.
The Teams and Drivers
The Marrakech E-Prix will feature 10 teams and 20 drivers. The teams include ABT Schaeffler Audi Sport, Andretti Formula E, Dragon Racing, DS Virgin Racing, Mahindra Racing, NextEV NIO, Renault e.dams, Techeetah, Venturi Formula E, and Virgin Racing.
The drivers competing in the race include some of the best in the world. Some of the notable drivers include Lucas di Grassi, Sebastien Buemi, Nelson Piquet Jr., Jean-Eric Vergne, Sam Bird, and Felix Rosenqvist.
The Race
The Marrakech E-Prix will be a one-day event, with the race taking place on Saturday, November 12th. The race will consist of two practice sessions, one qualifying session, and the race itself. The race will be 45 minutes long and will feature a mandatory pit stop.
The race will be broadcast live on television and online. Fans around the world will be able to watch the race and cheer on their favorite drivers.
The Venue
The Marrakech E-Prix will take place in the city of Marrakech, Morocco. The city is known for its vibrant culture and stunning architecture. The race will take place on a 2.9 km street circuit that will feature 12 turns.
The circuit will be a challenge for the drivers, as it is narrow and has several tight corners. The circuit will also feature a long straight, which will give the drivers a chance to show off their speed.
The Fans
The Marrakech E-Prix is sure to be an exciting event for fans around the world. Fans will be able to watch the race live on television and online. They will also be able to follow the race on social media, as the event will be heavily promoted on Twitter and other social media platforms.
The race will also feature a fan zone, where fans can meet the drivers and get autographs. There will also be a variety of food and drink vendors, as well as entertainment for the fans.
The Future of Formula E
The Marrakech E-Prix is sure to be an exciting event for fans around the world. It is also a sign of the growing popularity of Formula E. The series has grown in popularity since its inception in 2014 and is now a major player in the world of motorsport.
The Marrakech E-Prix is sure to be a success and will be a great way to introduce Formula E to the African continent. It is sure to be an exciting event and will be a great way to kick off the 2016/2017 Formula E season.