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"They are so much fun!" | Lewis Hamilton talks Extreme E, electric cars & his team 'X44'

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Warm-up Questions

What do you think the speaker means by “They are so much fun!” in the title?
What topics do you expect in a video about Extreme E, electric cars, and a racing team?
Do you think electric cars can be exciting to drive? Why or why not?

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"They are so much fun!" | Lewis Hamilton talks Extreme E, electric cars & his team 'X44'

Why electric cars and sport can make a difference (00:00 – 01:10)

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1. What is the speaker looking for “where I am in my life”?

A way to stop people from talking about climate
A way to have a positive impact on the planet
A way to drive faster than everyone else
A way to avoid changing anything

2. What surprised the speaker most about driving an electric car?

The torque and power delivery feel immediate
It is boring compared to a V12
It has a long delay before accelerating
It is impossible to drive in cities

3. According to the speaker, what is the “real reason” for being there (in this kind of racing/streaming platform)?

To prove electric cars are silent
To sell more V10 engines
To replace all other sports
To raise awareness for issues in those places

"They are so much fun!" | Lewis Hamilton talks Extreme E, electric cars & his team 'X44'

Changing motorsport and building the team (01:10 – 02:04)

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1. How does the speaker describe motorsport historically and today?

It is a strongly male-dominated sport
It has always been gender-balanced
It is mostly watched by children
It is dominated by electric-car drivers only

2. What does the speaker say his role is mainly like?

The vision area (how he wants the team to look)
The person who drives every race
The person who repairs cars alone
The person who writes the rally rules

3. What does the speaker say is “very very key” for success in these events?

Reliability and consistency
Using only the newest parts
Always changing drivers mid-race
Being louder than other teams

"They are so much fun!" | Lewis Hamilton talks Extreme E, electric cars & his team 'X44'

Team experience, leadership, and a new prospect (02:04 – 02:34)

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1. What does the speaker imply about very experienced drivers in the car?

They don’t know how to handle rally conditions
They need him to tell them exactly what to do while driving
They know what to do in their car
They refuse to work with a team

2. What does the speaker focus on “in the back” (behind the scenes)?

Setting up the team and making sure the right people are in place
Designing new engines personally
Avoiding any public message
Choosing the race locations alone

3. How does the speaker feel about owning a team?

It is not interesting for viewers
It is something he regrets
It is a disappointing responsibility
It is an exciting new prospect

"They are so much fun!" | Lewis Hamilton talks Extreme E, electric cars & his team 'X44'

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1. What is the main purpose the speaker connects to racing besides entertainment?

To prove petrol engines are best
To make races longer and harder to watch
To avoid talking about social issues
To raise awareness and make a positive impact

2. What message does the speaker give about electric cars?

They are too complicated to drive
They are always slower and less fun
They are only useful for short trips
They can be fun and impressive because of torque and no delay

3. What change does the speaker want to see in motorsport?

Only one type of driver allowed
Less emphasis on reliability
More opportunities for girls and less male domination
No professional teams at all

Discussion Questions

Discuss the ideas from this video

"They are so much fun!" | Lewis Hamilton talks Extreme E, electric cars & his team 'X44'

Do you agree that sport is a good platform to raise awareness about environmental or social issues? Why?
What makes an electric car feel fun to drive, according to the speaker? Do you think that would matter to most drivers?
Why might “reliability and consistency” be especially important in difficult climates and locations?
What are some realistic ways motorsport (or other industries) could create more opportunity for girls and women?