P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Formula E is working to make the ‘evo’ version of its Gen3 notably quicker, and the outcome of a major test last week suggests it’s on course to do so
Last week, a closed-doors test was conducted to lay the foundation for the next iteration of the Gen3 Formula E car, aiming to make it at least three seconds per lap faster than the current spec. The test was considered a success, and all registered manufacturers, except NIO 333, were present. The test featured new rubber provided by Gen3 spec supplier Hankook and an active mode for the front powertrain kit (FPK), resulting in significantly improved performance. The new tyre used in the test is different from the one used in the Gen Beta indoor speed record car. The 2024/25 championship will mark the second homologation cycle for Gen3, with various modifications, including fresh tyres and an active FPK. The in-drive FPK function was found to have a noticeable impact on performance, while the new rubber’s advantage was not as pronounced. Formula E is now faced with decisions regarding tyre consistency and performance improvement. The test is seen as an interim stage, indicating the potential gains with the Gen4 car. The test also involved race simulations and the integration of new fast-charging boosters.
