(CNN) Ahead of the Marrakech ePrix earlier in January, CNN Supercharged caught up with the Jaguar Racing Team for a one-off showdown in the shadow of the Atlas Mountains.

Two drivers; two broadcasters; one time-trial with a difference on the sands of Morocco.

"We're here playing with some local dune buggies in the desert," explained driver Nelson Piquet Jr, winner of the all-electric racing series' first ever Championship title.

"It's a bit damp because it rained yesterday for the first time in the couple of years, but yeah let's have some fun and see what happens..."

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