Ahead of this weekend's Paris ePrix, members of the Formula E grid participated in an electric karting session in support of British Formula 3 star Billy Monger and the Spinal Track charity.
Fronted by Techeetah's Jean-Eric Vergne, the event was organised with the backing of the FIA's recently established Disability and Accessibility Commission and was held at Vergne's RKC circuit which is situated just outside of Paris.
Consisting of three free practice sessions and three qualifying sessions, the event saw current Formula E drivers mix with fans and aspiring racing drivers to form their teams.
After a number of races, it was Venturi's Maro Engel who came out on top, assisted by his team-mates followed by Andretti's Antonio Felix da Costa while Monger finished in third place.
"When I had my accident, I didn't know if I'd be able to drive again, let alone race with the Formula E grid," said Monger, who lost both of his legs in an accident in the British F4 championship last year.
"I know how important motorsport has been in my rehabilitation – not only on the circuit but also off the track, keeping me motivated and stimulated. I think it can help a lot of people.
"I'm just working my way up the categories but Formula E is obviously something I'm interested in – we'll have to wait and see!"
Vergne, who currently leads the Formula E Drivers' Championship by 18 points from Sam Bird, highlighted that the all-electric single seater series is paving the way for the future of motorsport:
"It was great to be here all together today," he said.
"It was the first time we've had electric karts on the track. Formula E is setting an example as the future of motorsport and soon that will come to karting.
"We're proving today that we're able to do a karting race with top Formula E drivers."
With five races remaining in Season Four, the Paris ePrix will take place on April 28.
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