Infiniti Named Technical Partner For New Formula One Team

Infiniti takes pride in being innovative and fresh. One of the projects that always challenges them to be better is the Formula One project which began in 2011 through a partnership with the Red Bulls racing team. Starting in the new 2016 season, Infiniti will become the technical partner of the new Renault Sport Formula One team. This is part of a five-year plan. Keep reading for more information.

This partnership will allow Infiniti to leverage their expertise in performance hybrids, since the Renault Energy F1 Power Units Energy Recovery System incorporates two motor generator units. Infiniti gathered its knowledge of hybrid vehicles with its very own, widely acclaimed 3.5-liter hybrid engine which is included in the Infiniti Q70 sedan and the Infiniti Q50 sports sedan. With this engine the Infiniti Q70 has been recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the fastest accelerating full-hybrid car.

“At Infiniti, motorsport is an important part of our business strategy,” said Roland Krueger, president Infiniti Motor Company. “Forming a technical collaboration and enabling technology transfer road-to-track and track-to-road is the logical next step. The establishment of the Renault Sport Formula One Team by our Alliance partner Renault provides us with an ideal opportunity to enter this next phase of our long-term motorsport strategy.”

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