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Old 6 May 2013, 21:49 (Ref:3243701)   #16
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I was skeptical for all the reasons listed here. However, surely the noise they emit could be amplified if neccessary? And surely the batteries must emit some sort of smell? It will be different, yes, but it will be exciting to watch. Electric makes senes for motorsport, shorter distance at least.

Also from the Wiki page: Noise decibel levels: ordinary car=70dB; Formula E=80dB; bus=90dB

Here is the whole page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/FIA_Fo...E_Championship
The noise issue doesn't bother me. What does is the link of the tracks - 2.5 - 3.0 km is WAY too short for a big field like this! Also, it worries me that they are racing in Beijing, given that this is what a journalist saw as he looked out of his hotel window yesterday...

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