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Formula E has already started to build a relationship with Bridgestone ahead of its arrival into the series at the end of 2026.
Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds has praised the “exceptional” relationship established with Bridgestone ahead of the Gen4 era. Bridgestone will take over as the tyre supplier for Formula E’s Gen4, as Hankook ends their involvement after the upcoming season. Despite Hankook’s successful run in Formula E during the Gen3 era, Formula E is looking forward to collaborating with Bridgestone. This move marks Bridgestone’s return to single-seater motorsport after their stint in Formula 1 ended in 2009. Bridgestone has been actively engaged in rigorous testing with the FIA for the Gen4 tyres, with positive feedback so far from James Rossiter, who tested the tyres on a mule Gen4 car. Dodds acknowledged the importance of maintaining a balance between honoring Hankook for their contribution in Gen3 and transitioning smoothly to Bridgestone for the future.
