How many Mississippis does it take for a Formula E car to do one lap?
Not many, it turns out
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In Season 5, the Formula E field is now faster than ever, pumping out a solid 250kW to the rear wheels at full chat. That means that – on the tight street circuits – they are seriously quick, especially with the instant torque available with the slightest of throttle inputs.
In Audi's latest advert, a naysayer in the crowd reckons it'll take over '100 Mississippis' for the cars to complete a whole lap. Oh how wrong he is...

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I’m lost are we talking state or river?
Pardon my lack of knowledge, but I'd like to know what reference does Mississippi have over here? It is a slang for pit stops or refuelling?
Thanks alot mate. Appreciated👍