P1racenews AI automatic summary:
A new tyre with more grip is a good thing, right? But Formula E’s case it may have caused a different issue, as the series heads for more track time in 2025
Teams in Formula E are concerned about the low tyre allocation leading to limited running during practice sessions. Despite practice sessions being extended to 40 minutes this season, the tyre allocation has not increased, even though the new Hankook tyres are softer and show significant degradation. Each team currently receives two full sets of tyres per race and three sets for double header events, with the tyres controlled by the FIA in a ‘tyre parc ferme’. The new Hankook tyres were introduced to improve laptimes, traction, and grip levels, making Attack Mode more relevant by adding an all-wheel-drive element. However, the increased tyre degradation may force teams to limit running during practice sessions to save rubber. Discussions are ongoing between Formula E, the FIA, Hankook, and teams regarding the tyre allocation, with potential solutions being considered but no formal decision made yet. The FIA stresses the importance of reducing the championship’s carbon footprint by keeping the tyre quota limited, despite teams’ concerns.
