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Japanese tyre manufacturer Bridgestone have expressed how “delighted” they are to have been approved as Formula E’s tyre supplier from
Bridgestone will return to a single-seater World Championship in 2026 after being approved as Formula E’s sole tyre supplier for Gen4. This announcement comes after their unsuccessful application to become F1’s tyre supplier, leading to Pirelli being offered a new deal. Bridgestone’s contract with Formula E will last from the start of the 2026/27 season to the end of the 2029/30 campaign. They will develop two tyre compounds, including a groove all-weather tyre and a mandatory heavy rain tyre. Bridgestone is excited to return to an FIA World Championship and to continue their legacy in motorsports. Their focus is on developing sustainable technology and pursuing excellence in the EV era through their partnership with Formula E.
