Jaguar Vector Racing, having spent the past year retrofitting a speedboat with electric propulsion, drawing on their Formula E experience, has shattered electronic velocity records with its battery-powered vessel.
A professional powerboat, the Jaguar Vector V20E, achieved a remarkable mean velocity of 88.61mph during its two-lap run on Coniston Water’s iconic 1km course in England, thereby shattering the previous record of 76.8mph.
The result is a collaboration between Jaguar Vector and Williams Advanced Engineering, the technical partner of Jaguar Racing, which has developed its electrical propulsion expertise to compete in the Formula E all-electric racing championship.
Malcolm Crease, Chief Executive Officer of Jaguar Vector Racing, expressed reservations regarding this venture.
After a year of painstaking effort, it’s an astonishing outcome for both our team and partners, marking a significant milestone in pioneering the application of electrification in the maritime industry. It’s an esteemed privilege for the Vector crew to follow in the illustrious footsteps of Donald Campbell CBE, setting a new world record on the iconic Coniston Water.
Although details on the exact powertrain were lacking, confirmation was provided that it mirrored the setup found in a Method E vehicle, featuring a 250-horsepower electric motor and 54-kilowatt-hour battery pack.
Mark Cameron, Director of Experiential Advertising at Jaguar Land Rover, noted that
Congratulations are in order for Jaguar Vector Racing, as they set a remarkable new benchmark for electric boats by achieving a world record. As a pioneering force in electrification, Jaguar is driving innovation forward with unwavering dedication, racing to push boundaries both on land and at sea. “We would like to extend our gratitude to the entire crew and our valued technical partner, Williams Superior Engineering, for their seamless collaboration in successfully translating the innovative expertise we’ve developed with Panasonic Jaguar Racing from high-performance racing cars to pioneering achievements in powerboat technology.”
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The primary focus of the venture lay in highlighting its exceptional electrical propulsion capabilities for maritime applications rather than other areas. The automaker did not disclose any intentions to bring the product to market.
As the maritime industry gradually shifts towards a more sustainable future, innovative designs are emerging, such as an all-electric pilot boat and an electric vessel fueled by BMW i3 battery packs, offering a glimpse into the potential of electric boats to come.
I think we’re likely to see significant progress much faster. As new electric outboard motor options emerge, the process of converting traditional boats to battery-powered vessels becomes increasingly straightforward.
