FACT SHEET XXL PREVIEW 2015/2016 SEASON AUGUST 24/25, 2015

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON On October 17, Formula E will return to the track: and are starting to the new season with technology from Schaeff ler

INNOVATIONS MOBILITY FOR TOMORROW New technologies How Schaeff ler successfully tackles for Formula E p. 4 the challenges of the future p.14 2 FACT SHEET XXL 2015 / 2016 FIA FORMULA E

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Thrilling races, new tech- nologies and fascinating locations – I’m sure you’ll agree with me: the Formula E inaugural season whetted everyone’s appetite for more. For Schaeffler, the season opener in Beijing rings in a new chapter in . As the exclusive technology partner, the company has developed the powertrain of the new ‘ABT Schaeffler FE01’ together with . On the following pages, we would like to provide you with initial details, background

info on the team, plus a pre- Close battles: Formula E races instantly delivered gripping view of the new season. motorsports in the inaugural year of the series

Teaming up for a new era of motorsports Formula E instantly became a success model with fans and race drivers in its first year. The second season is starting with new locations, stars and technologies

Jörg Walz Head of Communications and Marketing Looked at with skepticism only firmly established itself Schaeffler Automotive by some observers just a year in the motorsports world, but ago, the series has since not has actually become a hot

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spot for drivers, fans and new classification in the inaugu- will again open in Beijing (Chi- technologies. On October 17, ral season, are sitting in the na). From there, it will move on the FIA Formula E Champion- cockpits of the fully electric to E­ urope via , South ship will start to its second single-seaters again. Lucas and North America. ’s season in Beijing. di Grassi was even in conten- capital, Paris, is a new venue tion for the drivers’ title up to on the calendar. The German SCHAEFFLER AND ABT the last race. home round will be held in CONTINUE TO FORM A TEAM Berlin on May 21, 2016. Together with ABT, Schaef- The German-South Ameri- fler forms the ‘German nation- can duo will be meeting with al team’ in an illustrious field prominent competitors. The of ten international outfits. former World The company’s role by far ex- Champion Jacques Ville­ ceeds that of a sponsor. As the neuve, as well as , exclusive technology partner, and Nick Heid- Schaeffler has developed the feld, will be on the grid. The entire powertrain of the new Brazilian jr. is race car, together with the the title defender. now named ABT Schaeffler Sport team. 361,000 people watched the first eleven races live Daniel Abt (22) and Lucas at the venues, joined by di Grassi (31), who captured 187.5 million television view- Fascinating backdrop: Moscow was third place in the teams’ ers. The 2015/2016 season one of the highlights of the first season 4 FACT SHEET XXL 2015 / 2016 FIA FORMULA E

ABT Schaeffler FE01 is ready to go Formula E is headed for its second season. Following the final pre-season tests at Donington, the fully electric formula cars are loaded and shipped to Beijing

When in the heart of the While in the Formula E’s ble efficiency, high reliability Chinese capital, on Octo- inaugural season all the teams and optimal thermal manage- ber 17, all the red lights are were still competing with ment due to modified cooling. extinguished to start the race standard-specification cars, “Our motor has better torque a new chapter in motorsports the development of the entire and better efficiency than will begin for Schaeffler. As powertrain has been allowed its predecessor,” says Prof. the exclusive technology part- for the 2015/2016 season. Its Peter Gutzmer, who as Chief ner of Team ABT Sportsline, core element is the electric mo- Technology Officer is respon- the company has developed tor named ‘ABT Schaeffler MGU sible for the developments at the powertrain of the new ‘ABT 01.’ The project was focused Schaeffler and was faced with Schaeffler FE01.’ on achieving the best possi- a tight schedule: “The first Schaeffler’s technologies for FIA Formula E 5

meetings took place about ten months ago and, only half a year later, the first parts were produced. The timing is tight, as always in motorsports, but we’re on schedule.”

NEW IS STIFFER AND MORE COMPACT Schaeffler also devel- oped a new transmission that is coordinated with the mo- tor and was produced by the Eager anticipation: Prof. Peter Gutzmer, Daniel Abt and Lucas di Grassi company’s renowned partner look forward to the second Formula E season together Hewland according to special specifications. It is stiffer and more compact. To achieve the of shifting events per lap, the sets an example: we want our goal of minimizing the number engineers opted for a three- engineers to push limits and to speed variant. The suspension seek competition – in produc- has been optimized as well, tion just like in motorsports.” now featuring higher stiffness and improved kinematics. PERFECT AMBASSADOR The connecting link between FOR THE SCHAEFFLER VISION all the elements is the newly Schaeffler has been in- developed software that man- volved in Formula E as a part- ages the interaction between ner of the only German team all the components. The per- from day one and is now tak- fection of its functionality has ing the next step. “The collab- been one of the focal aspects oration with ABT Sportsline is of the tests. outstanding. The team gelled in the first season, goes about “For us, it was clear from its work in a professional and the beginning that we wouldn’t success-oriented manner, and do anything by halves. That’s is the perfect ambassador for why we looked at all the areas our vision of ‘Mobility for to- released by the regulations morrow,’” says Gutzmer. and developed optimized solu- tions of our own together with With the drivers the squad our partners,” says Prof. Peter that has officially been en- Gutzmer. This is a standard to tered under the name of ‘ABT which Schaeffler is committed Schaeffler Audi Sport’ has outside motorsports as well. opted for continuity as well. Gutzmer: “Electric mobility as Sitting in the electric race cars a whole, including hybrid solu- named ABT Schaeffler FE01 tions as well as fully electric will again be Daniel Abt and driving, will significantly de- Lucas di Grassi. No other race Ready to attack: fine mobility of the future. The driver mounted the podium the ABT Schaeffler FE01 sporting a Formula E commitment is an during the season as often as new livery ideal way of being at the fore- the South American sporting front of this technology and the Schaeffler colors. 6 FACT SHEET XXL 2015 / 2016 FIA FORMULA E

AERODYNAMICS Front and rear wing adjustable

BATTERY Developed by Williams Advanced Engineering, charging time: approx. 45 minutes

STEERING WHEEL Specifi cation steering wheel with paddles for shift ing and recuperation, controls for various motor settings and display for all the key information

SUSPENSION Optimized suspension featuring higher stiff ness and improved kinematics

TIRES 18-inch wheels with Michelin specifi cation tires (same tread as for production cars) FIA Formula E technology 7

High-tech for the race track The ABT Schaeff ler FE01 is a true race car loaded with high tech. While most of the components, including the battery and the entire aero kit, are still identical for all teams, ABT and Schaeff ler have developed the entire powertrain

POWERTRAIN Electric motor ABT Schaeff ler MGU 01, three-speed gearbox

CHASSIS Specifi cation carbon fi ber/ aluminum chassis by

BRAKES Hydraulic dual-circuit braking system, adjustable brake force distribution

DIMENSIONS Length: 5,000 mm Width: 1,800 mm Height: 1,250 mm Weight: min. 888 kg including driver

POWER OUTPUT Practice and qualifying: 200 kW (270 hp) Race: 170 kW (231 hp) plus 30 kW (40.5 hp) FanBoost 8 FACT SHEET XXL 2015 / 2016 FIA FORMULA E

Time journey through first season From Beijing via Uruguay and Long Beach to Russia, Berlin and London: the first eleven Formula E races thrilled the motorsports world. A journey through time from the perspectives of Daniel Abt and Lucas di Grassi BEIJING CHINA DREAM START FOR LUCAS DI GRASSI 1 A disbelieving look, a shake of the head, followed by goose bumps and the sudden realization: I’ve won the first ever Formula E race. The debut for the new electric racing series is only decided in the last corner of the season opener in Beijing: and Nico Prost collide, drop out and, as a result, clear the way for the Brazilian. A circle closes for di Grassi: he was involved in the development of the series from the very beginning and is now the first to hoist the biggest trophy into the smoggy sky hanging over China’s capital.

PUTRAJAYA PUNTA DEL ESTE CHRISTMAS AT THE TOP MALAYSIA URUGUAY Third race, third podium: Lucas 2 3 di Grassi continues his series in December along the beach in Uruguay. This means: the Brazilian spends Christmas at the top of the overall rankings. Despite the beautiful backdrop with a pit lane directly on the Atlantic Ocean, the two ABT drivers remain focussed throughout: di Grassi takes third place and Daniel Abt demonstrates his potential yet again after recording the fastest race lap.

PARTY BEFORE THE MIGHTY MONSOON At the back of the field after the first corner, almost an hour later on the podium: the fans lining the street circuit in Putrajaya, about an hour’s drive from Kuala Lumpur, enjoy a thrilling race day. And two strong comeback drives from Lucas BUENOS AIRES di Grassi, who scythes ARGENTINA through the field from the 4 third last grid position to finish second, and from Daniel Abt, who initially drops way down the running DON’T CRY FOR ME, order before fighting back ARGENTINA to snatch tenth place and Setbacks are part of . At the heart of the Argentinian capital, the only a point. The threatening German team in the field also makes this experience: Lucas di Grassi retires monsoon ensures that the after his car suffers suspension damage. Team mate Daniel Abt is in the running, but race starts early. Before aims too high on the final lap: crash and out following a bold attempt at overtaking the heavens open, ABT has that, if successful, would have seen him mount the podium. Even though ABT claimed the lead in the Sportsline defends its ‘place in the sun’ as championship leader, the points will be teams’ classification. sorely missed later. Review of the 2014/2015 season 9

MIAMI 5 USA SWEET REWARD ON THE PODIUM All the cards finally fall into place for Daniel Abt in Miami: the youngest driver on the grid celebrates his third place on the podium together with top model Karolína Kurková. With only two laps to go Abt even looks like the winner of the US premiere for Formula E. Starting from fourth, the German produces a strong opening stint and takes the lead with a perfect pit stop by his team. However, on the last of 39 race laps, Abt is forced to watch his battery management and reduce pace. Clever.

LONG BEACH THE PRINCE CONGRATULATES USA On May 9, Lucas di Grassi meets Prince Albert twice: once briefly for some small 6 talk in the pit lane and a little later during the trophy presentation on the terrace FROM EAST COAST of the Prince’s box. Second place in his adopted home puts Lucas di Grassi in a good position in the title battle at the start of the European season. It is probably TO WEST COAST the hardest won trophy so far, because the Drivers’ championship Brazilian attacks eventual winner Sébastien lead reclaimed and points Buemi for the entire race while defending MONTE CARLO made up in the teams’ against Nelson Piquet jr. Daniel Abt retires. 7 classification, in which Lucas di Grassi and Daniel Abt still hold second place. Despite this, the race day BERLIN on Hollywood’s doorstep is one with mixed feelings: 8 delight about di Grassi’s SAD HOME RACE IN THE CAPITAL fourth podium finish of the He is the acknowledged star at the team’s home race – yet is season after two difficult unable to keep his trophy for the commanding victory. A few hours after the race, races, but at the same time di Grassi is deprived victory because parts of the front wing do not comply with the disappointment about rules. Mechanics had made changes during repair work. Reluctantly the team elects Abt’s 15th place. After all, not to appeal the decision, which is considered incomprehensible by fans and media. the youngster has recently become the first German to take a in Formula E history. However, a PARTY TIME MOSCOW drive through penalty robbed RUSSIA him of his just reward. ON RED 9 SQUARE A race track directly in front of the Kremlin, autograph sessions and the podium on Red Square: the spectators in Moscow enjoy an impressive premiere for Formula E. And yet another captivating race, in which Lucas di Grassi is among the leading protagonists: the Brazilian clinches second place and in doing so scores valuable points in the title battle, which heightens two races before the end. Daniel Abt adds important points for the teams’ championship. The German takes fifth place at the flag.

LONDON 10/11 TITLE FIGHT DOWN TO THE WIRE The fans in London and in front of the TV see a dramatic, nail-biting final for the first Formula E title and a Lucas di Grassi with great fighting spirit. Nevertheless: at the finish the Brazilian must settle for third place in the overall standings after the last of eleven races. Champion is Nelson Piquet jr. Formula E bids farewell in grand style with almost 60,000 spectators on the two race days. 10 FACT SHEET XXL 2015 / 2016 FIA FORMULA E

A tradition of innovation The world’s leading tuner of vehicles from the Group and successful motorsports team in the DTM: together with Schaeffler, ABT Sportsline enthusiastically tackles a new motorsports challenge in Formula E

ABT Sportsline is one of the Johann Abt in the 1950s. The down in the company’s history most successful motorsport first recorded success took as the most successful one to teams in Germany and . place in a dirt track race, fol- date: Timo Scheider won the Its history in racing dates back lowed by victories and titles DTM, the ADAC more than 60 years and began in touring car, sports car and GT Masters in the Audi R8 and with initial victories scored by . 2009 has gone youngster Daniel Abt was vic- Team ABT Sportsline 11

Moments 1970

Johann Abt († 2003), father of Hans-Jürgen and Christian Abt, becomes European Touring Car Champion

1999

The STW Championship marks the first major title for Christian Abt and the team

2007

Sporting the logos of the Schaeffler Group, Mattias Ekström becomes champion

2009

torious in the ADAC Formel runs the company with about Masters. Previously, in 2007, 170 employees and partners in Christian Abt, Daniel Abt and Schaeffler and ABT had joint- 50 countries around the world. Timo Scheider clinch three ly celebrated success as well: CEO Hans-Jürgen Abt now titles in a single year with the logos of LuK, INA and represents the fourth genera- FAG on his A4, ­Mattias Ekström tion at the helm. For ABT, the 2014 won his DTM title number two. commitment in Formula E also marks a return to the roots, as Founded as a smithy in the team celebrated success in 1896, the ABT company has formula racing as far back as in been continually developing the early 90s – among others, ABT and Schaeffler win the ever since. Just one thing has with Ralf Schumacher in the first ever Formula E race never changed: the ­family still cockpit back then. 12 FACT SHEET XXL 2015 / 2016 FIA FORMULA E

A strong team in the cockpit In Lucas di Grassi (31) and Daniel Abt (22) the squad of Hans-Jürgen Abt has its dream team filling the cockpits of the two Formula E race cars. The experienced Brazilian and youngster Daniel Abt are not only fast and technically adept but perfectly harmonize with each other off the race track as well

#11 LUCAS DI GRASSI (BR)

VITA Date of birth August 11, 1984 Place of birth São Paulo (BR) Domicile Monaco (MC) Height / weight 1.79 m / 75 kg

HIGHLIGHTS 2005 1st in GP Macau 2006 Formula 1 test 2007 2nd in GP2 series, Formula 1 test driver 2008 3rd in GP2 series, Formula 1 reserve driver 2009 3rd in GP2 series, Formula 1 reserve driver 2010 Formula 1 2013 3rd in Le Mans 24 Hours 2014 2nd in Le Mans 24 Hours, 4th in WEC 2015 4th in Le Mans 24 Hours, 3rd in FIA Formula E

SOCIAL MEDIA lucasdigrassi.com.br @LucasdiGrassi

Looking back, what’s your assessment of the first Formula E season? “You can only pay a huge compliment to the organizers. Formula E has been turned into a top motorsports event within just one season – off track with professional marketing and many new ideas and on track with eleven thrilling races.”

What are your expectations for the 2015/2016 season? “Upping the ante. With Paris now on the calendar, we’ve received a tremendous new location. And with the proprietary developments of the powertrain, the competition between the teams has been elevated to a new level.”

What are your sporting goals? “The same as those of our team and our partners. We’re set on battling for victories and the title. That was, and continues to be, our claim.” The drivers 13

Side jobs: Lucas di Grassi is an Audi factory driver and competes in the WEC and at Le Mans in an R18 e-tron quattro. In June, he took fourth place in the 24-hour race. Daniel Abt, on his Le Mans debut with Team (photo at right), notched up a class victory and contests the remainder of the WEC as well.

#66 DANIEL ABT (D)

VITA Date of birth December 3, 1992 Place of birth Kempten (D) Domicile Kempten (D) Height / weight 1.79 m / 70 kg

HIGHLIGHTS 2007 2nd in ADAC Kart Championship 2008 8th in ADAC Formula Masters 2009 1st in ADAC Formula Masters 2010 2nd in ATS Formula 3 Cup 2011 4th in FIA Formula 3 International Trophy, 7th in 2012 2nd in GP3 series 2013, 2014 GP2 series 2015 1st in Le Mans 24 Hours (class), 11th in FIA Formula E

SOCIAL MEDIA danielabt.de abtdaniel @Daniel_Abt

How satisfied are you with the preparation for the new season? “The team and our partners have been working hard to prepare a perfect car for us drivers. None of the guys have had a real summer break. The tests were very positive, too – but we’ll only know what that means in comparison with the competition in Beijing on October 17.”

What do you like about Formula E in particular? “The tremendous locations, the fact that we only race on narrow city street circuits, plus the special challenges: it’s not only about accelerating, braking and steering, but also about keeping an eye on energy management and driving.”

What are your sporting goals? “The first season was a year of learning for me with a few highlights and a few setbacks. Now, I’d like to consistently battle for podium places.” 14 FACT SHEET XXL 2015 / 2016 FIA FORMULA E

Shaping mobility for tomorrow Sustaining mobility for the future and helping to successfully shape it – this is the strategy pursued by Schaeff ler. Alternative drive systems or the continuous development of renewable energy sources are just two key words in this context

Environmental pollution, Schaeff ler in Herzogen aurach, at 170 locations in 50 countries global warming, traffi c grid- where the Schaeff ler head- ensure Schaeff ler’s proximity locks and the fi nite nature of quarters is still located today. to customers and the resultant fossil fuels – the challenges The Schaeff ler sub sidiary LuK development of market-specif- posed to future mobility are in 1965 introduces the fi rst ic products, short lead times massive. Therefore, Schaeff - diaphragm clutch in Europe, and fast support. ler has been committed to the causing a sensation immedi- ‘Mobility for tomorrow’ growth ately aft er the company was 225,000 PRODUCTS strategy that aims to fi nd sus- founded. In 2003, the Schaef- IN THE PORTFOLIO tainable solutions for tomor- fler Group is formed from the Today, Schaeff ler’s port- row’s world. three brands INA, LuK and FAG. folio includes about 225,000 products – from tiny high-pre- The Schaeff ler success sto- 170 LOCATIONS cision bearings for dental drills, ry begins more than 130 years IN 50 COUNTRIES to roller bearings and linear ago when in 1883 Friedrich Since then, Schaeff ler has guides for machine tools, to Fischer designs the ball grind- evolved into a true global player heavy-weights for roadheaders ing mill and thus not only lays represented on all continents. or wind turbines. The customer the foundation for FAG but More than 82,000 employees base covers 60 sectors. also for the entire modern roll- er bearing industry. In 1946, INA is founded by the broth- ers Dr. Wilhelm and Dr. Georg

The world of Schaeff ler: since 2001, a gigantic FAG roller bearing has been operating in the ‘London Eye’ Ferris wheel (above), the 48-volt concept car combines the pleasures of driving and saving (far right), double clutch (right) Schaeff ler in international motorsports 15

DTM Schaeff ler has been involved in the most popular international touring car series for years. In 2011, the company extended its presence and began to give its name to one of the cars of Audi Sport Team Phoenix. The success was overwhelming: Martin Tomczyk (2011) and Mike Rockenfeller (2013) in the green-yellow Schaeff ler Audi each celebrated FORMULA winning the drivers title, which makes them the * company’s fastest ambassadors. STUDENT The world is becoming increasingly complex, and so are solutions for 29./30.08. Moscow (RUS) future challenges. That makes it all 12./13.09. Oschersleben (D) the more important for tomorrow’s 26./27.09. Nürburgring (D) engineers to learn how to transfer 17./18.10. Hockenheim (D) ideas and innovations during their student days. Therefore, Schaeff ler is involved in Formula Student as a partner. The things being practiced here on a small scale are exactly the same as those that Schaeff ler does on a large scale.

27.08.–30.08. FS 01.09.–05.09. FSAE 11.09.–14.09. FS 01.10.–04.10. FSAE Brasil * Selection

WEC Covering 5,000 kilometers on a single day – in the pinnacle event of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), the Le Mans 24 Hours, maximum demands are made on the cars – a standard that Schaeff ler equally applies to its production technologies. That’s why the WEC commitment with races in Europe, South America, the USA and Asia is such a 30.08. Nürburgring ( D) perfect fi t. Schaeff ler’s partner is the sports 19.09. Austin ( USA ) car manufacturer that in 2015 11.10. Fuji ( J ) celebrated victory in what is arguably the 01.11. Shanghai (CN ) world’s most famous auto race: Le Mans. 21.11. Bahrain (BRN) FACTS ABOUT FIA FORMULA E

2015/2016 CALENDAR October 17 Beijing (CN) April 2 Long Beach (USA) November 7 Kuala Lumpur (MAL) April 23 Paris (F) December 19 Punta del Este (ROU) May 21 Berlin (D) kWh Buenos Aires (RA) Moscow (RUS) February 6 June 4 56of energy is March 19 TBD TBD London (GB) available to a driver per race 200 kW 187.5 MIO. output in TV viewers on qualifying race days 2-person household (6 days)

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