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Formula E fast-charging pitstops "unlikely" before end of season
The concept of drivers pitting during a race to receive a 30-second power charge was first proposed for the Gen3 era, but delayed due to new machine introductions and infrastructure strains. It is now scheduled for potential use in the 2024 season, starting at the Misano E-Prix this weekend. Although initial testing took place at Valencia, issues, including a battery fire incident, led to further delays in implementation. Recent trials during the Mexico City and Sao Paulo E-Prix highlighted technology challenges, leading to a halt in on-site testing by the FIA. Despite efforts to advance battery charging technology, Dodds acknowledged that the system may not be race-ready this season, hinting at a possible launch for the following Gen3.5 season. Further testing will continue, with the possibility of a late-season introduction remaining uncertain.
