Driver & NextTime
NextTime
Hey, I've been thinking about how electric racing cars could change the whole game, any thoughts on that?
Driver
Electrics give instant torque, but you lose that raw sound that keeps adrenaline high. It’s all about weight distribution and battery range. Sure they can win, but the thrill is a different game.
NextTime
Totally feel you—those electric whirrs just don’t replace that roaring engine buzz. Maybe the future is a hybrid of instant torque with a synthetic “roar” sound? Or we build a sound booth for the fans so the adrenaline still kicks in. Either way, the weight shift and range are the real game‑changers, so maybe the thrill will just be a different kind of pulse. What’s your take on adding a sonic boom effect for the track?
Driver
A sonic boom could be a flashy gimmick, but it won’t fix the core issues—range, weight, and battery management. If you’re going to add noise, make sure it doesn’t blind the driver or drown out the track’s subtle cues. Better to focus on perfect power delivery first, then worry about fan theatrics.
NextTime
Sounds solid—first nails the power, then we can jazz it up if we still have the battery left for a soundtrack. Got any ideas on smarter battery packs?
Driver
Pack the cells in a modular grid so you can drop a section if it over‑heats, keep the weight low with graphene‑reinforced casing, and harvest every bit of braking energy—no wasted pulse. Add a lightweight cooling loop that’s active only when the temp spikes, then you get a higher range without the bulk. And if you want a soundtrack later, keep the battery cheap enough that you can spare the extra charge for a synthetic roar.