The massive thunderous roar of engines may soon become more quiet. In a groundbreaking move, NASCAR rolled out its first electric racecar in downtown Chicago. Following Formula E concepts, this new vehicle hums quietly, offering major automakers a way to promote high-performance electric vehicles. The prototype car that was introduced runs $1.5 million, and introduces a new era in motorsports. Fans got a sneak peek before its debut at a Chicago street course, sparking excitement about the future of eco-friendly racing that takes advantage of technology, but also drives development of better systems for our own cars.
NASCAR has unveiled its first electric racecar in Chicago. It doesn’t thunder when the race grand marshal says “drivers, start your engines,” it hums.
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