SUSTAINABLE Racing

TAG HEUER AND PORSCHE TAKE TO THE RACE TRACKS WITH A RECENT WIN AT THE FORMULA E JAKARTA E-PRIX

TAG Heuer and Porsche, two brands of esteemed heritage and engineering excellence have joined forces to create the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team. As the world’s first all-electric international single-seater championship, Formula E amped up the world of motorsports, captivating enthusiasts with its automotive innovation and clean technology. Stepping into the fourth sea- son, the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E racing team has unleashed the formidable Porsche 99X Electric race car, embodying the perfect fusion of thrilling performance and sustainable racing.

Dubbed the “most electrifying racing car yet” for Formula E, the 99X Electric exudes bold design and aerodynamic efficiency, with its exaggerated V-shape and non-discernible rear wing. Though substantially smaller in size, this race car offers a top speed of 320 km/h, making it the fastest Formula E car ever built. And with 95% power efficiency thanks to its electric engines, it opens up a whole new world in electronic racing and paves the path to a higher level of sustainable competition, with the most recent being the Jakarta E-Prix.

By Jihan Basyah

Braving the extreme heat and weather conditions in Jakarta, the team managed to secure its fourth win of the season all thanks to the talented race car driver, Pascal Wehrlein. Together with the Porsche 99X Electric race car, Pascal managed to deliver a stunning performance and swept into first place for the weekend’s first race. “Today we showed that we still have what it takes,” says Thomas Laudenbach, Vice President Porsche Motorsport.

The 2023 Jakarta E-Prix hosted Formula E electric cars in Ancol, North Jakarta on the 3rd and

4th of June. It served the 10th and 11th rounds of the 2022-2023 Formula E season. The TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team performed remarkably well and managed to secure its place to the next rounds, with António Félix da Costa placing 8th and 7th in race 10 and 11 respectively, and Pascal Wehrlein coming in at 1st and 6th for the two consecutive races.

“Overall, Jakarta was a success for Porsche, with the lead in both championships,” says António Félix da Costa. “Huge thanks to the team, who did a fantastic job once again in these difficult conditions.”

Days before the race car drivers stepped onto the tracks, TAG Heuer and Porsche banded together to host an exclusive cocktail party at Plaza Senayan’s TAG Heuer boutique. Team drivers Pascal Wehrlein and António Félix da Costa were among the special guests featured in that day’s event, interacting with esteemed guests and sharing their experiences and take on the Formula E universe. Attendees also had the honour of an exclusive watch viewing of TAG Heuer’s latest timepiece collection, a testament to TAG Heuer’s steadfast commitment to precision and performance.

Among the notable attendees was Indonesian actor Al Ghazali, who was recently welcomed to the TAG Heuer family as an honorary Friend of the Brand. Seen wearing the luxury brand’s Carrera Chronograph, with its striking blue Tricompax dial encompassed with a crystal sapphire exterior, Al Ghazali represents TAG Heuer’s relentless commitment to precision, innovation, and excellence.

1. Pascal Wehrlein, Al Ghazali, and António Félix da Costa at the exclusive cocktail party held at the TAG Heuer boutique in Plaza Senayan

2. TAG Heuer's latest collection was showcased for all to see

3. A special toast was made to jumpstart the race weekend

4. A Porsche Taycan with Formula E livery was put on display for the event

5 Al Ghazali entertained those in attendance as guest DJ