The worlds first Formula E all-electric racing car was driven in public for the first time Monday, Jan. 6, 2014, at the International CES in Las Vegas.

Capable of speeds in excess of 150mph, the zero emission single-seater was driven by former Formula 1 driver Lucas di Grassi and gave invited guests and onlookers their first chance to see and hear the cars that will compete in the new FIA Formula E Championship — the world’s first fully-electric racing series beginning in September.

The championship will compete on 10 city-centre circuits around the globe including two races in the US — Miami and Los Angeles — which take place in the spring of 2015. Ten teams, each with two drivers, will go head-to-head to create a unique and exciting racing series designed to appeal to a new generation of motorsport fan, whilst accelerating the electric vehicle market and promoting sustainability.

Unveiled in September 2013, the Formula E car has been designed and built by French-based Spark Racing Technology together with a consortium of the leading names in motorsport including Dallara (chassis), Williams (battery design), McLaren (powertrain & electronics), Renault (overall system integration) and Michelin (tyres).