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JAGUAR TCS RACING REVEAL I-TYPE 6 – THE MOST ADVANCED ALL-ELECTRIC JAGUAR RACE CAR EVER
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JAGUAR I-TYPE 6 WINS ‘E-RACING CAR OF THE YEAR’ AT GQ AWARDS

22 February 2023

The Jaguar I‑TYPE 6, the all‑electric race car developed by Jaguar TCS Racing, has been awarded ‘eRacing Car of the Year’ in the GQ Car of the Year Awards 2023. 

  • Jaguar’s fastest and most efficient all‑electric race car, Jaguar I‑TYPE 6, named ‘eRacing Car of the Year’ by British GQ
  • The automotive industry gathered at The Savoy for the GQ Car of the Year Awards 2023 on Tuesday 21 February
  • The Jaguar race car is currently driven by Mitch Evans and Sam Bird in the 2023 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship

The race car received the prestigious title at a ceremony in London hosted by GQ, one of the world’s leading men’s lifestyle magazines, after impressing judges with its strong calibre of credentials.  

Designed and engineered to compete in the 2023 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, which brings thrilling wheel‑to‑wheel electric racing to city streets across the globe, the Jaguar I‑TYPE 6 is the most advanced and efficient electric Jaguar race car ever. The third generation of Jaguar’s Formula E race car sets new performance benchmarks, is 50kg lighter, is 100kW more powerful than the cars that have preceded it and is capable of reaching a maximum speed of 200mph.  

Jaguar TCS Racing unveiled their new race car and visual identity at a special launch in London in November last year. Heading into the 2023 season with a refreshed identity, the compelling colour palette of the new, distinctive livery features black, white, and sophisticated gold accents. Uniquely, the team’s race cars feature an asymmetric design creating unique cars for drivers Mitch Evans and Sam Bird.  

Jaguar TCS Racing’s goal is to ‘Reimagine Racing’ and by competing in Formula E with the I‑TYPE 6, it provides the car manufacturer with a real‑world test bed to learn, collaborate, and pioneer cutting‑edge electric vehicle technology, benefitting future car development and supporting Jaguar’s renaissance as an all‑electric modern luxury brand from 2025.  

Racing in the world’s first net carbon zero sport with the world’s most sustainable race car showcases Jaguar Land Rover’s own commitment to have zero tailpipe emissions and to achieve carbon net zero across its supply chain, products and operations by 2039 as part of its Reimagine strategy.  

Following races in Mexico City, Diriyah and Hyderabad, Jaguar TCS Racing are currently in fifth position in the teams’ standings in the 2023 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship with a podium, fastest lap and Pole position among the successes so far.  

JAGUAR TCS RACING REVEAL I-TYPE 6 – THE MOST ADVANCED ALL-ELECTRIC JAGUAR RACE CAR EVER
JAGUAR TCS RACING REVEAL I-TYPE 6 – THE MOST ADVANCED ALL-ELECTRIC JAGUAR RACE CAR EVER
JAGUAR TCS RACING REVEAL I-TYPE 6 – THE MOST ADVANCED ALL-ELECTRIC JAGUAR RACE CAR EVER
JAGUAR TCS RACING REVEAL I-TYPE 6 – THE MOST ADVANCED ALL-ELECTRIC JAGUAR RACE CAR EVER
JAGUAR TCS RACING REVEAL I-TYPE 6 – THE MOST ADVANCED ALL-ELECTRIC JAGUAR RACE CAR EVER
JAGUAR TCS RACING REVEAL I-TYPE 6 – THE MOST ADVANCED ALL-ELECTRIC JAGUAR RACE CAR EVER

We are immensely proud that Jaguar I‑TYPE 6 Formula E race car has been recognised with this prestigious title at the GQ Car of the Year Awards. Not only is it our most powerful car to date, but the most efficient, and it sets a new standard as the world’s first net zero carbon race car in the world’s first net zero carbon sport. The Jaguar I‑TYPE 6 enables us to drive change and push the boundaries of innovation. The car is a real‑world test bed and we continuously share our learnings and developments across Jaguar Land Rover to benefit future electric road car development. We’re also proud of the team’s new sophisticated look with the black, white and gold livery that features a unique asymmetrical design, meaning each Jaguar I‑TYPE 6 is individual to its driver and is truly a copy of nothing.

James Barclay
Jaguar TCS Racing Team Principal

Not only is the new Jaguar TCS Racing Gen3 car the fastest racing car the series has ever seen (top speed of 200mph), but it is also lighter, more efficient and capable of ultra high‑speed charging. Even more important is Formula E’s ongoing commitment to maintaining its net‑zero carbon footprint. The Gen3 car is also the first to be aligned to ‘life‑cycle thinking’ – the commitment to a sustainable approach to reducing waste by ensuring a second life (or end of life) for tyres, broken parts and old battery cells.

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The Jaguar I‑TYPE 6 will compete in the next round of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship this weekend as the Cape Town E‑Prix gets underway at 16:00 local time.  

Further information

For further information about Jaguar TCS Racing, please contact:  

Emily Hogg, Senior Media Officer, Jaguar TCS Racing 

Tel: +44 (0) 7384 532 605 

Email: ehogg2@jaguarlandrover.com  

 

Adrian Atkinson, Head of Motorsport PR & Communications, Jaguar TCS Racing 

Tel: +44 (0) 7387 237406 

Email: aatkin14@jaguarlandrover.com  

Notes to Editors

  • Jaguar TCS Racing has competed in the all‑electric ABB FIA Formula E World Championship since 2016  

  • In the current season, Jaguar TCS Racing are in fifth position out of 11 in the teams’ standings 

  • In 2022, Jaguar TCS Racing finished fourth in the teams' standings with seven podiums, four wins, one pole position, one fastest lap and 231 points scored – the team’s biggest points haul to date. New Zealander, Mitch Evans finished last season as runner‑up with Sam Bird finishing thirteenth overall in the drivers’ standings. 

  • The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship is the first and only sport to be certified net zero carbon since inception. It is now in its ninth season  

  • In Season 9, Formula E is in its Gen3 era which saw a massive leap in technology. The new Gen3 car has a 200mph top speed, a lighter and smaller chassis, an additional front powertrain and no rear brakes  

  • Gen3 is the most efficient electric racing car ever with more than 40% of the energy used within a race produced by regenerative braking 

ABOUT JAGUAR TCS RACING 

Jaguar returned to racing in October 2016, becoming the first luxury manufacturer to join the all‑electric ABB FIA Formula E Championship street racing series. In season eight, Mitch Evans finished as runner‑up in the drivers’ standings – his most successful result in Jaguar TCS Racing’s Formula E campaign. 

Formula E is a real‑world test bed for Jaguar with its journey to becoming an all‑electric luxury brand from 2025. Jaguar TCS Racing’s goal is to ‘Reimagine Racing’ and together the team will test, develop, learn and collaborate, sharing insights across Jaguar Land Rover which will benefit future road car development. Specifically, learnings and technology transfer from Formula E will help ‘Reimagine” the Jaguar brand coinciding with the company’s commitment to the Gen3 era of Formula E. 

2023 is the first year for the teams to be racing with the Gen3 car, the world’s first net zero race car.  

As an official manufacturer team in Formula E, Jaguar TCS Racing designs its own powertrain, which includes the motor, transmission, inverter, and rear suspension. Jaguar, via its long‑term Formula E technical partner Williams Advanced Engineering, will supply Envision Racing with its powertrain for the Gen3 era. 

To control costs, the carbon fibre chassis and battery are common components and the same for all eleven teams. This allows the focus to be on developing efficient and lightweight electric vehicle powertrains which will improve the performance and range of future Jaguar Land Rover electric vehicles. 

Teams have two race cars, one per driver, which will be used for the full race distance.  

Beyond its all‑electric concept, Formula E is unique in the world of motorsport for its choice of venues. The 2023 championship takes place on temporary street circuits in the centre of the world’s major cities including Mexico City, Diriyah and Rome, with new locations including Hyderabad, Cape Town, and São Paulo. The season finale plays out across a double‑header race weekend in London.  

In 2022, Jaguar TCS Racing finished fourth in the teams' standings with seven podiums, four wins, one pole position, one fastest lap and 231 points scored – the team’s biggest points haul to date. New Zealander, Mitch Evans finished last season as runner‑up with Sam Bird finishing thirteenth overall in the drivers’ standings. 

Formula E remains a key priority for Jaguar Land Rover and the company’s Reimagine strategy. As the premier all‑electric world championship, Formula E allows us to test and develop new electric vehicle technologies in a high‑performance environment. It continues to be the test bed for our Race to Innovate mission that will see Race to Road and Road to Race learnings that will help shape our electric future – a future that Jaguar is passionate about, and dedicated to for the benefit of our society, the changing landscape of mobility, sustainability and our clients.  

Through our Race to Inspire mission, Jaguar TCS Racing are committed to inspiring the future generation by using the race programme to create a positive impact on our planet and the communities in which we race. From competing in the world’s first net carbon race car to supporting and training the next generation of engineers and motorsport professionals.  

For more information, visit www.jaguar.com  

About Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) 

TCS is an IT services, consulting, and business solutions organization that has been digitally transforming many of the world's largest businesses for over 50 years. A long‑standing strategic technology partner of Jaguar Land Rover, TCS is committed to leveraging innovative digital technology to help the race team accelerate their electrification journey, win races, and create a more sustainable future. TCS believes that global sports sponsorships with purpose can spark change and positively impact our communities. A part of the Tata Group, TCS has more than 616,000 consultants in 55 countries. 

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