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Formula E has announced that the long-awaited Pit Boost feature will go ahead throughout the remainder of Season 11, debuting at next month’s inaugural Jeddah E-Prix.
The all-electric championship has confirmed the implementation of the Pit Boost feature, planned for Season 9, which aims to enhance race-day experience, strategy, and fan engagement. This addition reflects Formula E’s and the FIA’s commitment to advancing electric vehicle technology, emphasizing fast charging and efficiency. Pit Boost will provide a 10 percent energy increase and takes approximately 30 seconds, introducing a new strategic element to races alongside Attack Mode. It will be used at selected races for the remainder of the season. Formula E’s Co-Founder, Alberto Longo, expressed excitement for the technology, highlighting its potential to increase excitement for fans and showcase innovation in motorsport. Longo clarified that Pit Boost is not a replacement for Attack Mode, but a complementary feature aimed at evolving the series for the future.
