21 mars 2024 | International, Terrestre

UK teams with McLaren Formula 1 racers with eye on electrifying fleet

On the battlefield, electric vehicles provide more efficient fleets and reduce the need to resupply them with fuel.

https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2024/03/21/uk-teams-with-mclaren-formula-1-racers-with-eye-on-electrifying-fleet/

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