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Nyck de Vries spoke to RacingNews365 moments before the launch of Mahindra’s new Formula E challenger – the M11 Electro.
Nyck de Vries is excited for Mahindra’s new chapter in its Formula E journey with the launch of its brand-new car, the M11 Electro, completely new according to team principal Frederic Bertrand. The Indian manufacturer aims to move up the grid after two challenging Gen3 seasons. The new powertrain, with a 50/50 focus on performance and reliability, was developed with key inputs from personnel like technical director Josef Holden. De Vries is confident in Mahindra’s progress, but acknowledges the competition’s upgrades, including ERT’s acquisition and switch to Porsche powertrains. The introduction of four-wheel drive in Gen3 EVO and new Hankook tires will significantly impact race dynamics, promising faster lap times and possible changes in racing style. De Vries anticipates an interesting shift in racing dynamics and expresses Mahindra’s excitement for this new phase in their Formula E journey.
