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Formula E’s latest Gen4 test took place behind closed doors – but that didn’t stop Sam Smith finding out some key takeaways from it
The recent manufacturer test for the Gen4 car took place over three days at Circuit Andalusia in southern Spain, where Porsche set the fastest lap time among the participants.
Key details of the test, including the introduction of a new high downforce bodywork kit, were uncovered by The Race during the running at Almeria.
Teams were able to test the updated high downforce configuration, which included modifications to improve downforce following changes made at the end of 2025, as explained by the FIA’s Vincent Gaillardot.
Apart from testing the high downforce kit, manufacturers were also focused on evaluating Bridgestone tires and conducting long runs to gather data for defining the sporting format for future Gen4 races.
Not all manufacturers were able to complete extensive runs, but notable performances came from Porsche, Nissan, and Stellantis during the test, with Porsche’s Nico Mueller setting the quickest laptime of 1m47.873.
The test also saw drivers like Sam Bird for Nissan, Andre Lotterer for Peugeot, and Sebastien Buemi for Jaguar gaining valuable experience with the new Gen4 test and development car, setting the stage for the 2026-27 season and beyond.
