P1racenews AI automatic summary:
We know what the Gen4 Formula E car will look like. What’s less clear is how it will race, and what those races will look like
The details of Formula E’s bold new Gen4 car and race format for next year are currently being simulated and refined, with final decisions expected to be incorporated into the sporting regulations by early 2026.
The Gen4 car is set to introduce enhanced performance to Formula E, likely prompting adjustments to the race format.
Formula E, as a championship, is still in its early stages, balancing experimental elements with a desire for credibility and maturity as a sporting brand.
CEO Jeff Dodds emphasizes the importance of showcasing the car’s full potential, focusing on speed, overtaking, and acceleration, while maintaining the engaging qualifying format.
Modifications to Attack Mode usage and race structure are being considered but are unlikely to disrupt what is working well in the current format, as the FIA and Formula E Operations strive to enhance the overall show for Gen4.
