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FIA Formula E has announced a groundbreaking all-female test session to take place on November 7th at the Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia. The test will complete the week-long pre-season testing programme ahead of the Season 11 opener in Sao Paulo on December 7th. All Formula E teams will be required to run at least […]
The upcoming test marks the culmination of a week-long pre-season testing program before the Season 11 kick-off in Sao Paulo on December 7th. All Formula E teams must field at least one driver in the test, with a strong recommendation from the series to run two drivers, making it a groundbreaking event in the world of FIA racing. In an effort to highlight the participating drivers, Formula E will organize media opportunities and an FIA Girls on Track event, where 400 young women from the local community will be in attendance, with similar initiatives planned for races during Season 11.
Formula E is committed to collaborating with teams and drivers to create more opportunities for female drivers, offering support in areas such as engineering, simulator training, future testing prospects, and comprehensive coaching as part of a modern driver development pathway. While previous tests have featured female drivers like Marta Garcia and Alice Powell, Formula E is ensuring that these drivers have access to top-notch equipment like the GEN3 Evo car, emphasizing equal footing for all drivers to showcase their skills alongside their peers on the grid. CEO Jeff Dodds stressed the importance of fostering diversity in motorsport, acknowledging that while progress may be gradual, initiating consistent and proactive steps is crucial to achieving meaningful change within the sport and ensuring that the Formula E community is reflective of its diverse fan base and support network.
