Formula E pre-season test held in Madrid
FORMULA E OPERATIONS LIMITED Press release: November 12, 2024 Formula E pre-season test held in Madrid Jaguar TCS Racing’s Mitch Evans finishes with fastest time
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Porsche-engined Kiro Race Co, equipped with the Season 10
specification powertrain. David Beckman’s pair placed 2nd and 5th respectively. Zane Maloney (Lola Yamaha ABT) from Barbados, who started racing in Formula E this season and was the only one on the grid to make his full debut, got off to a strong start, finishing in the top group. In the six test sessions, the leader was different each time. ●Session 1: Pascal Wehrlein (Tag Heuer Porsche) ●Session 2: Jake Hughes (Maserati MSG Racing) ●Session 3: Maximilian Günther (DS PENSKE) ●Session 4: David Beckman (Kiro Race Co) ●Session 5: Nick de Vries (Mahindra Racing) ●Session 6: Mitch Evans (Jaguar TCS Racing) First female driver-only test session in FIA Championship history held On the final day, for the first time in the history of the FIA Championship, a test session exclusively for female drivers was held. This was newly established as part of Formula E’s long-term strategy to remove gender barriers and provide opportunities for success, with 18 selected female drivers competing in the new Gen3 Evo racing car.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/152544/2/152544-2-1f918e516ea540a0ddc917b208e83a4d-993×663.jpg In this session, British driver Abi Pring (Nissan), who currently leads the F1 Academy, recorded the fastest time, and three-time champion of the women’s racing series “W Series”, Jamie Chadwick ( She surpassed the likes of Jaguar TCS Racing) and Simona de Silvestro (Kiro Race Co), the first female driver to score points in Formula E. Following Pring was Jamie Chadwick in second place, followed by McLaren development driver and F1 Academy racer Bianca Bustamante (NEOM McLaren) in third. Season 11 will begin on Saturday, December 7, 2024 in São Paulo. Follow ABB FIA Formula E World Championship on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and YouTube. Female driver lineup: ● Jaguar TCS Racing: Jamie Chadwick, Lil Wadoo ● TAG Heuer Porsche: Gabriela Zirkova, Marta Garcia ● DS PENSKE: Jess Edgar, Beitzke Visser ● Nissan: Avi Pring ● Andretti: Chloe Chambers, Nerea Marti ● Envision Racing: Alisha Palmowski, Alice Powell ● NEOM McLaren: Bianca Bustamante, Ella Lloyd ● Maserati MSG Racing: Tatiana Calderon, Carrie Schreiner ● Lola Yamaha ABT: Miki Koyama ● Mahindra Racing: Lena Buehler ● Kiro Race Co: Simona de Silvestro About Formula E and the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship is the world’s first electric vehicle FIA World Championship and the only sport to be certified carbon neutral. We deliver dramatic races in the heart of some of the world’s greatest cities and provide the world’s leading automakers with a motorsport platform to accelerate electric vehicle innovation. Formula E teams, manufacturers, partners, broadcasters and host cities are united by a passion for the sport and a belief in its potential to accelerate sustainable human progress and deliver a better future for people and the planet. Masu. Official website:
https://www.fiaformulae.com/ja/calendar/2023-24/r5-tokyo About ABB ABB is the world’s leading engineering company in electrification and automation for a more productive and sustainable future. We combine engineering know-how and software to optimize the manufacturing, transportation, power, and operation of things. Building on a history of excellence spanning more than 140 years, ABB’s more than 105,000 employees are committed to driving innovation that accelerates industrial transformation. Official website: https://new.abb.com/jp Main features of the latest machine “GEN3 Evo”: ● FIA-certified single-seater race car with the highest level of acceleration performance :0-60mph acceleration is 1.82 seconds (0-100kph
acceleration is 1.86 seconds), boasting acceleration performance that is 30% faster than current F1 cars ● Faster, stronger, more agile : Performance upgrade with an estimated 2% performance improvement over GEN3. Shortened Monaco circuit qualifying lap by approximately 2 seconds to provide world-class racing on any course ● Less waste, more power : A new body kit that is stronger, more durable, and more aerodynamic. Achieving closer wheel-to-wheel racing ● Four-wheel drive capability available :For the first time in a Formula E racing car, four-wheel drive functionality is available during qualifying, race start and attack mode. It maximizes acceleration and control, creating thrilling developments at key stages of the race and intensifying the competitive spirit between drivers. Utilize both performance and strategy to provide drivers and fans with even more exciting races ● Better grip : Made with 35% recycled and sustainable materials (9% increase compared to GEN3). Equipped with Hankook’s all-weather tire “iON” which has improved grip by 5-10% Driver and organizer comments: ● Comments from Pascal Wehrlein (No. 1), last season’s Formula E champion and TAG Heuer Porsche driver “Overall, it was a very positive test. There were a lot of changes to adjust, such as tires, bodywork, balance and four-wheel drive, and we had a lot to learn. Especially at the beginning of the season, we had a lot to learn from these changes. Makes a big difference. Thorough race simulation and battle. It was great to get an idea of the race plan and how the race would develop.The tires were severely degraded, so long runs were a little difficult, but I had a lot of fun with the racing car and the setup. I’m satisfied and can’t wait for the opening match in Sao Paulo.” ● Comments from Zane Maroney (No. 22) of Lola Yamaha ABT “It was a great test for the team. I think we made a lot of improvements in the four days and were able to move forward. It’s still a new specification, so it’s still difficult to measure our ability, but starting with São Paulo, I’m looking forward to racing.My goal is to race throughout the season. It’s about improving with each round. We’re well prepared, so we just have to keep working as a team. In my case, I’m learning from Lucas di Grassi and also giving my input. I think that’s important. I’m really looking forward to this season.” ● Comments from Mitch Evans (No. 9) of Jaguar TCS Racing “Overall, it has been an important period of pre-season testing. The Jaguar I-TYPE 7 is still in its early stages and there is a lot to learn from a performance
standpoint, but we were able to gather a lot of information. And I think we’re moving in the right direction this past week. The important thing is that we’ve made good progress and we want to continue this evolution heading into the opening game in Brazil.” ● Comments from Alberto Longo, Co-Founder and Chief Championship Officer of Formula E “During the pre-season test at the Jarama circuit, we were able to see the potential of the GEN3 Evo on the track, which was very exciting. Lap times are not everything, but at the opening race in São Paulo in December, Formula E fans will be impressed. We were able to get a glimpse of the thrilling development that you will enjoy. Evo represents a major technological breakthrough not only for Formula E but for the whole motorsport world, but it has been a challenging week for many reasons, but everyone involved has worked together to ensure a successful test in Madrid. I am very proud of what we have accomplished. Of course, I hope that Valencia, which is still in dire straits, will be able to rebuild as soon as possible. And I will continue to look for ways to support this disaster-stricken area.” > Comments from female drivers and organizers ● Nissan’s Abi Pring’s comment “It was a really exciting session. It feels great to be able to apply what I learned in the simulator to a real race and experience the thrill of driving a Nissan Formula E racing car. I am very happy with the good lap times. Tire peak I think I could have improved my time even more at times. Overall, I was satisfied with the performance. The team was great, explained everything thoroughly, and answered any questions I had. I was able to contribute to the Nissan team for the new season. I am very happy and look forward to the opportunity to ride this racing car again in the future.” ● Comment from Jaguar TCS Racing’s Jamie Chadwick “It was a really fun day. I think it felt like a quick run for all the drivers, and even though we got a little confused with the red flag at the end, it was really cool and we really enjoyed it. I would like to participate again, and it was a great experience.The most impressive part was the start.I’ve done it several times, but the instant acceleration from 0 to 100km/h was incredible. And that was my highlight.” ● NEOM McLaren’s Bianca Bustamante’s comment “Today I drove the GEN3 Evo in Formula E for the first time. It was a lot of fun working together as a team. We have been preparing for this moment for the past few months, and now we finally have I’m happy to have driven this race car, I’ve done a few laps with 350kW, more power than I’ve ever experienced before, and it was a great experience to improve my skills. I feel that this experience through the McLaren Driver Development Program and the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team will allow me to grow and become a more well-rounded driver. This is what I have always strived for. Finishing the test in third place was a very positive result and I am very grateful to have had this experience with the team.” ● Comments from Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds “It was a proud moment for 18 of the world’s best female drivers to take to the track today in Formula E’s new GEN3 Evo racing car. In just three hours, they were able to master the GEN3 Evo and have made rapid progress. As each driver became accustomed to the complexities of a completely new car, their lap times quickly decreased.More driving opportunities and testing in the same cars as the current drivers will give them confidence. It leads to By pushing the limits of your machine and yourself, you will set benchmarks that will give you a better idea of your true potential. The female drivers also provided important data and improvements to the team as they prepare for the opening race in São Paulo in a few weeks. Today’s test is an important milestone in our aim to provide more
opportunities for female drivers and a first step towards improving fairness at the top level of motorsport. For the drivers, supporters and audiences who took part in the test, this is just the beginning of a long journey towards true equality and fairness in motorsport. Please pay attention to future developments. There’s a lot more to come.”