The return of Formula E in early 2023 marks the start of a new era in the electric car championship, with the third iteration of race cars on the grid in season nine.
This introduction of Gen3 EVs marks the culmination of more than four years of planning, technology development and testing, resulting in cars that are faster, lighter and more efficient for teams and drivers to manage. Maserati, McLaren and Neo are among the manufacturers lining up this year in a championship that includes 11 teams spread over 16 races.
said Jimmy Riggle, CEO of FE. “This is at the heart of what Formula E aims to achieve and we look forward to seeing the new generation come to life in Season Nine.”
Gen3 cars are capable of much greater acceleration than their predecessors and a top speed of 320 km/h (200 mph), while the new front-engined engines see the vehicles’ regenerative ability reach up to 40% of the total energy used in racing. from braking. Electric motors provide “twice the efficiency of an equivalent internal combustion engine”.
In line with Formula E’s broader approach to increasing sustainability and reducing waste, more than 25% of Gen3 tires come from recycled or sustainable sources – a first in any motorsport – while suppliers are also required to ensure end-of-life plans are in place. place. place.
Here’s everything you need to know before the new season kicks off.
When does Season 9 start and end?
The new Formula E season runs from mid-January to the end of July, with a record 16 race runs in 11 cities around the world. The final will be held in London on July 30, 2023.
When and where is the next race?
Season 9 continues with Round 5 in Cape Town, South Africa. All times are GMT.
Free Practice 1: Feb. 24 at 2:55 p.m
Free practice 2: Feb. 25, 7:05 a.m
Eligible: February 25, 9:40 a.m
Round 4 race: February 25 2:03 p.m
The race can be watched live on the Formula E YouTube channel, Channel 4 Sport YouTube channel and the Eurosport player app on all devices.
What are the rule changes in 2023?
The most notable change is that there will be a set number of laps for each track, rather than this year’s timed race. When safety cars and other interruptions are necessary, extra laps will be used.
Formula E is also in line with other championships in offering rookie opportunities this year, with at least two free practice sessions throughout the season required to be offered to drivers with no previous experience in the series.
There will also be races later in the season experimenting with the “idling” effect – which will use the world’s most advanced EV battery to provide a power boost in a mandatory 30-second pit stop to recharge. Car production capacity will then be increased.
The ‘fanboost’ feature from previous seasons of Formula E has been removed.
What teams and drivers are participating this year?
There are 11 teams and 22 drivers in total (plus reserves), with some significant changes this year – including the return of Maserati to single-seater racing for the first time in 60 years and the departure of former FE champion Nic de Vries, who signed with F1 side AlphaTauri .
ABT Cobra Robin Frijns and Nico Müller
Andretti Avalanche – Jake Dennis and Andre Lotterer
D.S. Penske – Jean-Eric Vergne and Stoffel Vandoorne
perception race – Nick Cassidy and Sebastien Buemi
Jaguar TCS – Mitch Evans and Sam Baird
Mahindra Racing – Oliver Rowland and Lucas Degrassi
Maserati MSG Edoardo Mortara and Maximilian Gunther
Newm McLaren Jake Hughes and Renee Rast
NIO333 – Dan Tectem and Sergio Set Camara
April – Sasha Venestraz and Norman NATO
Tag Heuer Porsche – Pascal Werlin and Antonio Felix da Costa
(Sam Bloxham / LAT Pictures)
Complete Formula E race weekend roster and schedule
Pre-season: parity (Spain) December 13-16, 2022
first round: Mexico City (Mexico) January 14, 2023 – WINNER: Jake Dennis, Avalanche Andretti
R2: Diriyah (Saudi Arabia) January 27 – Winner: Pascal Wehrlein, TAG Porsche
A3: Diriyah (Saudi Arabia) January 28 – Winner: Pascal Wehrlein, TAG Porsche
A4: Hyderabad (India) Feb 11 – WINNER: Jean-Eric Vergne, DS Penske
A5: Cape town (South Africa) 25 Feb
A6: Sao Paulo (Brazil) March 25
A7: Berlin (Germany) April 22
A8: Berlin (Germany) April 23
A9: Monaco (Monaco) 6 May
A10: Jakarta (Indonesia) 3 June
A11: Jakarta (Indonesia) 4 June
R12: Portland (USA) June 24
R13: pomegranate (Italy) July 15
R14: pomegranate (Italy) July 16
R15: London (UK) 29 July
A16: London (UK) 30 July
The return of Formula E in early 2023 marks the start of a new era in the electric car championship, with the third iteration of race cars on the grid in season nine.
This introduction of Gen3 EVs marks the culmination of more than four years of planning, technology development and testing, resulting in cars that are faster, lighter and more efficient for teams and drivers to manage. Maserati, McLaren and Neo are among the manufacturers lining up this year in a championship that includes 11 teams spread over 16 races.
said Jimmy Riggle, CEO of FE. “This is at the heart of what Formula E aims to achieve and we look forward to seeing the new generation come to life in Season Nine.”
Gen3 cars are capable of much greater acceleration than their predecessors and a top speed of 320 km/h (200 mph), while the new front-engined engines see the vehicles’ regenerative ability reach up to 40% of the total energy used in racing through braking. Electric motors provide “twice the efficiency of an equivalent internal combustion engine”.
In line with Formula E’s broader approach to increasing sustainability and reducing waste, more than 25% of Gen3 tires come from recycled or sustainable sources – a first in any motorsport – while suppliers are also required to ensure end-of-life plans are in place. place. place.
Here’s everything you need to know before the new season kicks off.
When does Season 9 start and end?
The new Formula E season runs from mid-January to the end of July, with a record 16 race runs in 11 cities around the world. The final will be held in London on July 30, 2023.
When and where is the next race?
Season 9 continues with Round 5 in Cape Town, South Africa. All times are GMT.
Free Practice 1: Feb. 24 at 2:55 p.m
Free practice 2: Feb. 25, 7:05 a.m
Eligible: February 25, 9:40 a.m
Round 4 race: February 25 2:03 p.m
The race can be watched live on the Formula E YouTube channel, Channel 4 Sport YouTube channel and the Eurosport player app on all devices.
What are the rule changes in 2023?
The most notable change is that there will be a set number of laps per track, as opposed to this year’s timed race. When safety cars and other interruptions are necessary, extra laps will be used.
Formula E is also in line with other championships in providing opportunities for rookies this year, as drivers with no previous experience in the series must be offered at least two free practice sessions throughout the season.
There will also be races later in the season experimenting with the “idling” effect – which will use the world’s most advanced EV battery to provide a power boost in a mandatory 30-second pit stop to recharge. Car production capacity will then be increased.
The ‘fanboost’ feature from previous seasons of Formula E has been removed.
What teams and drivers are participating this year?
There are 11 teams and 22 drivers in total (plus reserves), with some significant changes this year – including the return of Maserati to single-seater racing for the first time in 60 years and the departure of former FE champion Nic de Vries, who signed with F1 side AlphaTauri .
ABT Cobra Robin Frijns and Nico Müller
Andretti Avalanche – Jake Dennis and Andre Lotterer
D.S. Penske – Jean-Eric Vergne and Stoffel Vandoorne
perception race – Nick Cassidy and Sebastien Buemi
Jaguar TCS – Mitch Evans and Sam Baird
Mahindra Racing – Oliver Rowland and Lucas Degrassi
Maserati MSG Edoardo Mortara and Maximilian Gunther
Newm McLaren Jake Hughes and Renee Rast
NIO333 – Dan Tectem and Sergio Set Camara
April – Sasha Venestraz and Norman NATO
Tag Heuer Porsche – Pascal Werlin and Antonio Felix da Costa
(Sam Bloxham / LAT Pictures)
Complete Formula E race weekend roster and schedule
Pre-season: parity (Spain) December 13-16, 2022
first round: Mexico City (Mexico) January 14, 2023 – WINNER: Jake Dennis, Avalanche Andretti
R2: Diriyah (Saudi Arabia) January 27 – Winner: Pascal Wehrlein, TAG Porsche
A3: Diriyah (Saudi Arabia) January 28 – Winner: Pascal Wehrlein, TAG Porsche
A4: Hyderabad (India) Feb 11 – WINNER: Jean-Eric Vergne, DS Penske
A5: Cape town (South Africa) 25 Feb
A6: Sao Paulo (Brazil) March 25
A7: Berlin (Germany) April 22
A8: Berlin (Germany) April 23
A9: Monaco (Monaco) May 6th
A10: Jakarta (Indonesia) 3 June
A11: Jakarta (Indonesia) 4 June
R12: Portland (USA) June 24
R13: pomegranate (Italy) July 15
A14: pomegranate (Italy) July 16
R15: London (UK) 29 July
A16: London (UK) 30 July
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