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1 FACT SHEET XXL ROUND 1 FORMULA E BEIJING OCTOBER 24, 2015 LIGHTS, CAMERA AND ACTION! Formula E returns: Daniel Abt and Lucas di Grassi contest the season opener in Beijing with new technology in their cars INNOVATIONS 4 MOBILITY FOR TOMORROW 14 New technologies How Schaeffler successfully tackles for Formula E p. the challenges of the future p.

2 2 FACT SHEET XXL FIA FORMULA E 2015 / 2016 Editorial Thrilling races, new technologies 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 motorsports. As the exclusive technology partner, the company has developed the powertrain of the new ABT Schaeffler FE01 together with ABT Sportsline. On the following pages, we would like to provide you with details, background info on the team, plus a preview of the new season. 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 Schaeffler Automotive Looked at with skepticism by some observers just a year ago, the series has since not only firmly established itself in the motorsports world, but has actu Contact Inhalt Schaeffler AG Communications and Marketing Schaeffler Automotive Industriestr Herzogenaurach presse@schaeffler.com Schaeffler and FIA Formula E... 2 New technologies for FIA Formula E... 4 FIA Formula E technology... 6 Review of the first season... 8 Team ABT Sportsline...10 The drivers: Lucas di Grassi and Daniel Abt...12 The Schaeffler Group...14 Data and facts about Schaeffler and Formula E...15

3 Schaeffler and FIA Formula E 3 ally become a hot spot for drivers, fans and new technologies. 361,000 people watched the first eleven races live at the venues, joined by million television viewers. On October 24, the FIA Formula E Championship will start to its second season in Beijing. From there, it will move on to Europe via Malaysia, South and North America. Paris and Mexico City will be new venues on the calendar. The German home round will be held in Berlin on May 21, SCHAEFFLER AND ABT CONTINUE TO FORM A TEAM Together with ABT, Schaeff ler forms the German national team in an illustrious field of ten international outfits. The company s role by far exceeds that of a sponsor. As the exclusive technology partner, Schaeffler has developed the entire powertrain of the new race car, together with the now named ABT Schaeffler Audi Sport team. Daniel Abt (22) and Lucas di Grassi (31), who captured third place in the teams classification in the inaugural season, are sitting in the cockpits of the fully electric single-seaters again. Lucas di Grassi was even in contention for the drivers title up to the last race. The German-South American duo will be meeting with prominent competitors. The former Formula One World Champion Jacques Villeneuve, as well as Nico Prost, Bruno Senna and Nick Heidfeld, will be on the grid. The Brazilian Nelson Piquet jr. is the title defender. Coveted autograph: Daniel Abt always has plenty of time for the fans

4 4 FACT SHEET XXL FIA FORMULA E 2015 / 2016 ABT Schaeffler FE01 is ready to go The summer break is over: the opener in Beijing sees the return of Formula E to the world s race tracks. Team ABT Schaeffler Audi Sport faces the challenge with new technologies When in the heart of the Chinese capital, on October 24, all the red lights are extinguished to start the race a new chapter in motorsports will begin for Schaeffler. As the exclusive technology partner of Team ABT Sportsline, the company has developed the powertrain of the new ABT Schaeffler FE01. While in the Formula E s inaugural season all the teams were still competing with standard-specification cars, the development of the entire powertrain has been allowed for the 2015/2016 season. Its core element is the electric motor named ABT Schaeffler MGU 01. The project was focused on achieving the best possible efficiency, high reliability and optimal thermal management due to modified cooling. Our motor has better torque and better efficiency than its predecessor, says Prof. Peter Gutzmer, who as Chief Technology Officer is responsible for the developments at Schaeffler and was faced with a tight schedule:

5 Schaeffler s technologies for FIA Formula E 5 The first meetings took place about ten months ago and, only half a year later, the first parts were produced. The timing was tight, as always in motorsports, but we managed it. NEW TRANSMISSION IS STIFFER AND MORE COMPACT Schaeffler also developed a new transmission that is coordinated with the motor and was produced by the company s renowned partner Hewland according to special specifications. It is stiffer and more compact. To achieve the goal of minimizing the number Ready to attack: the ABT Schaeffler FE01 sporting a new livery Eager anticipation: Prof. Peter Gutzmer, Daniel Abt and Lucas di Grassi look forward to the second Formula E season together of shifting events per lap, the engineers opted for a threespeed variant. The suspension has been optimized as well, now featuring higher stiffness and improved kinematics. The connecting link between all the elements is the newly developed software that manages the interaction between all the components. The perfection of its functionality has been one of the focal aspects of the tests. For us, it was clear from the beginning that we wouldn t do anything by halves. That s why we looked at all the areas released by the regulations and developed optimized solutions of our own together with our partners, says Prof. Peter Gutzmer. This is a standard to which Schaeffler is committed outside motorsports as well. Gutzmer: Electric mobility as a whole, including hybrid solutions as well as fully electric driving, will significantly define mobility of the future. The Formula E commitment is an ideal way of being at the forefront of this technology and sets an example: we want our engineers to push limits and to seek competition in production just like in motorsports. PERFECT AMBASSADOR FOR THE SCHAEFFLER VISION Schaeffler has been involved in Formula E as a partner of the only German team from day one and is now taking the next step. The collaboration with ABT Sportsline is outstanding. The team gelled in the first season, goes about its work in a professional and success-oriented manner, and is the perfect ambassador for our vision of Mobility for tomorrow, says Gutzmer. With the drivers the squad that has officially been entered under the name of ABT Schaeffler Audi Sport has opted for continuity as well. Sitting in the electric race cars named ABT Schaeffler FE01 will again be Daniel Abt and Lucas di Grassi. No other race driver mounted the podium during the season as often as the South American sporting the Schaeffler colors.

6 6 FACT SHEET XXL FIA FORMULA E 2015 / 2016 AERODYNAMICS Front and rear wing adjustable SUSPENSION Optimized suspension featuring higher stiffness and improved kinematics STEERING WHEEL Specification steering wheel with paddles for shifting and recuperation, controls for various motor settings and display for all the key information TIRES 18-inch wheels with Michelin specification tires (same tread as for production cars) POWER OUTPUT Practice and qualifying: 200 kw (270 hp) Race: 170 kw (231 hp) plus FanBoost DIMENSIONS Length: 5,000 mm Width: 1,800 mm Height: 1,250 mm Weight: min. 888 kg including driver

7 FIA Formula E technology 7 High-tech for the race track The ABT Schaeffler 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 Schaeffler have developed the entire powertrain POWERTRAIN Electric motor ABT Schaeffler MGU 01, three-speed transmission BATTERY Developed by Williams Advanced Engineering, charging time: approx. 45 minutes CHASSIS Specification carbon fiber/ aluminum chassis by Dallara BRAKES Hydraulic dual-circuit braking system, adjustable brake force distribution

8 8 FACT SHEET XXL FIA FORMULA E 2015 / 2016 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 DREAM START FOR LUCAS DI GRASSI BEIJING CHINA 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: Nick Heidfeld 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. 2 PUTRAJAYA MALAYSIA 3 PUNTA DEL ESTE URUGUAY 1 CHRISTMAS AT THE TOP Third race, third podium: Lucas 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 di Grassi, who scythes through the field from the third last grid position to finish second, and from Daniel Abt, who initially drops way down the running order before fighting back to snatch tenth place and a point. The threatening monsoon ensures that the race starts early. Before the heavens open, ABT has claimed the lead in the teams classification. 4 BUENOS AIRES ARGENTINA DON T CRY FOR ME, ARGENTINA Setbacks are part of motorsport. At the heart of the Argentinian capital, the only German team in the field also makes this bitter experience: Lucas di Grassi retires after his car suffers suspension damage. Team mate Daniel Abt is in the running, but aims too high on the final lap: crash and out following a bold attempt at overtaking that, if successful, would have seen him mount the podium. Even though ABT Sportsline defends its place in the sun as championship leader, the points will be sorely missed later.

9 Review of the 2014/2015 season 9 5 MIAMI 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. 6 LONG BEACH USA FROM EAST COAST TO WEST COAST Drivers championship lead reclaimed and points made up in the teams classification, in which Lucas di Grassi and Daniel Abt still hold second place. Despite this, the race day on Hollywood s doorstep is one with mixed feelings: delight about di Grassi s fourth podium finish of the season after two difficult races, but at the same time disappointment about Abt s 15th place. After all, the youngster has recently become the first German to take a pole position in Formula E history. However, a drive through penalty robbed him of his just reward. 10/11 LONDON GREAT BRITAIN 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. THE PRINCE CONGRATULATES On May 9, Lucas di Grassi meets Prince Albert twice: once briefly for some small talk in the pit lane and a little later during the trophy presentation on the terrace 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 the hardest won trophy so far, because the Brazilian attacks eventual winner Sébastien Buemi for the entire race while defending against Nelson Piquet jr. Daniel Abt retires. 8 BERLIN GERMANY SAD HOME RACE IN THE CAPITAL He is the acknowledged star at the team s home race yet is unable to keep his trophy for the commanding victory. A few hours after the race, di Grassi is deprived victory because parts of the front wing do not comply with the rules. Mechanics had made changes during repair work. Reluctantly the team elects not to appeal the decision, which is considered incomprehensible by fans and media. PARTY TIME ON RED SQUARE 7 MONTE CARLO MONACO 9 MOSCOW RUSSIA 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.

10 10 FACT SHEET XXL FIA FORMULA E 2015 / 2016 A tradition of innovation The world s leading tuner of vehicles from the Volkswagen 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 most successful motorsport teams in Germany and Europe. Its history in racing dates back more than 60 years and began with initial victories scored by Johann Abt in the 1950s. The first recorded success took place in a dirt track race, followed by victories and titles in touring car, sports car and formula racing has gone down in the company s history as the most successful one to date: Timo Scheider won the DTM, Christian Abt the ADAC GT Masters in the Audi R8 and youngster Daniel Abt was victorious in the ADAC

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

12 12 FACT SHEET XXL FIA FORMULA E 2015 / 2016 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 st in GP Macau 2006 Formula 1 test nd in GP2 series, Formula 1 test driver rd in GP2 series, Formula 1 reserve driver rd in GP2 series, Formula 1 reserve driver 2010 Formula rd in Le Mans 24 Hours nd in Le Mans 24 Hours, 4th in WEC th in Le Mans 24 Hours, 3rd in FIA Formula E SOCIAL MEDIA 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. The developments will lift the competition between the teams to a new level. I believe that we are well equipped with our transmission developed together with Schaeffler. 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.

13 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 Rebellion Racing (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 nd in ADAC Kart Championship th in ADAC Formula Masters st in ADAC Formula Masters nd in ATS Formula 3 Cup th in FIA Formula 3 International Trophy, 7th in Formula 3 Euro Series nd in GP3 series 2013, 2014 GP2 series st in Le Mans 24 Hours (class), 11th in FIA Formula E SOCIAL MEDIA danielabt.de How satisfied are you with the preparation for the new season? The team and our technology partner Schaeffler 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 24. 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 smart 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 14 FACT SHEET XXL FIA FORMULA E 2015 / 2016 Mobility for tomorrow Sustaining mobility for the future and helping to successfully shape it this is the strategy pursued by Schaeffler. Alternative drive systems or the continuous development of renewable energy sources are just two key words in this context Environmental pollution, global warming, traffic gridlocks and the finite nature of fossil fuels the challenges posed to future mobility are massive. Therefore, Schaeffler has been committed to the Mobility for tomorrow growth strategy that aims to find sustainable solutions for tomorrow s world. The Schaeffler success story begins more than 130 years ago when in 1883 Friedrich Fischer designs the ball grinding mill and thus not only lays the foundation for FAG but also for the entire modern roller bearing industry. In 1946, INA is founded by the brothers Dr. Wilhelm and Dr. Georg Schaeffler in Herzogen aurach, where the Schaeffler headquarters is still located today. The Schaeffler sub sidiary LuK in 1965 introduces the first diaphragm clutch in Europe, causing a sensation immediately after the company was founded. In 2003, the Schaeffler Group is formed from the three brands INA, LuK and FAG. Schaeffler is listed on the stock exchange since October 9, LOCATIONS IN 50 COUNTRIES Since then, Schaeffler has evolved into a true global player represented on all continents. Around 84,000 employees at 170 locations in 50 countries ensure Schaeffler s proximity to customers and the resultant development of market specific products, short lead times and fast support. 225,000 PRODUCTS IN THE PORTFOLIO Today, Schaeffler s portfolio includes about 225,000 products from tiny high precision bearings for dental drills, to roller bearings and linear guides for machine tools, to heavy weights for roadheaders or wind turbines. The customer base covers 60 sectors. The world of Schaeffler: 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)

15 The Schaeffler Group / Data and facts about Schaeffler and Formula E /2016 CALENDAR October 24 November 7 December 19 February 6 March 12 Beijing (CN) Kuala Lumpur (MAL) Punta del Este (ROU) Buenos Aires (RA) Mexico City (MEX) April 2 Long Beach (USA) April 23 Paris (F) May 21 Berlin (D) June 4 Moscow (RUS) July 2/3 London (GB) 56kWh of energy is available to a driver per race The ABT Schaeffler FE01 accelerates from km/h in 2.9seconds output in qualifying 170 kw 200 kw output in the race NEW 2-person household (6 days) refrigerator, 150 l (210 days) NEW RULES NEW 3driver change per team/ season max 1FanBoost in the second car NEW 5 NEW drivers compete in Super Pole light bulb, 60W (39 days non-stop) TV set (15 days non-stop) dishwasher (70 washing cycles) 10,000 conventional AA batteries have the same energy as the battery of the ABT Schaeffler FE01 SCHAEFFLER-FAKTEN 84,000...employees bn. revenues in , registered patents in ,000...active patents and patents pending sites in 50 countries 74...factories worldwide 60...Schaeffler components in automobiles worldwide (average) 4...titles for Schaeffler touring cars in DTM NEW drivers receiving the most votes in the #FanBoost have 100 kj more energy 3fanboost.fiaformulae.com

16 FACTS ABOUT FORMULA E IN BEIJING CN 86 km/h Fastest turn Pit lane Olympic swimming hall Olympic stadium 40 km/h Slowest turn 195 km/h Top speed 3,439 m Track length 1m 42.30s Lap time (qualifying 2014) SCHEDULE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 TEAM ABT FORMULA abt sportsline.com abtmotorsport Learn more about mobility for fiaformulae.com schaeffler.com 08:15 09:00 Free practice 1 10:30 11:00 Free practice 2 12:00 12:36 Qualifying (4 groups) 12:45 13:00 Super Pole 13:30 14:00 Pitwalk 13:50 14:30 Autograph sessions (evillage) 14:10 14:40 VIP pit walk and VIP laps 15:23 Pit lane open 16:00 Race 17:15 17:30 Press conference (Media Center) Media Contact Team: Mark Schneider mark.schneider@speedpool.com media.abt motorsport.de