Mitch Evans competes in unique Jaguar challenge

To win extra FanBoost votes ahead of the next race in the ABB FIA Formula E Championship in Punta Del Este, Uruguay, the two drivers traded in their all-electric Jaguar I-TYPE 2 race cars for unique surfboards made from recycled Jaguar model car materials. During the design process for Jaguar Land Rover vehicles, including the new all-electric Jaguar I-PACE, polyurethane is used to form the ‘skeleton’ of life-size clay models. The plastic is usually destroyed following its use, however, as part of Jaguar Racing’s mission of ‘Race to Innovate’ both on and off the track, it was sustainably recycled to make two ‘Waste to Wave’ surfboards. The surfboard concept is part of Jaguar Land Rover’s wider ‘second life’ initiative and supports its longer-term zero-waste strategy.  Mitch Evans said: “I’m proud to race for Panasonic Jaguar Racing in Formula E because of their sustainable approach to motorsport, but also for their commitment to electrifying all production vehicles from 2020. I’ve always wanted to surf and it’s been amazing to be a part of this innovative and environmentally conscious challenge.” Nelson Piquet Jr said: “I’m a big supporter of sustainable technology. Panasonic Jaguar Racing shares my goals of reducing waste and improving the environment. This challenge was a personal favourite and it’s great to know we’ve helped Jaguar Land Rover’s efforts to achieve zero waste.”