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As the FIA makes a fresh push to ensure attack charge pitstops finally appear in Formula E in the new season, teams’ antipathy towards the prospect is growing
The FIA and Formula E are pushing forward with plans to introduce fast-charging pitstops in the championship next season, despite decreasing interest from teams and manufacturers. A mandatory test before the 2024/25 season has been added to resolve issues with the delayed ‘attack charge’ format. Initial tests of the 600kW charge boosters revealed infrastructure weaknesses, with trials during races encountering problems. Teams like DS, Jaguar, Nissan, and Porsche have conducted successful tests, but reaching the required evidence of successful charges before the new season starts in December may be challenging. The possibility of doubling charging units for each car is not feasible due to cost and freight concerns, as Formula E is already working on reducing its carbon footprint. The FIA is pushing for full readiness with an extra test day before the season’s pre-test in November, ensuring teams are prepared for the mandatory 600kW Attack Charge per car.
