2024-2025 Formula E World Championship Season
The 2024-2025 Formula E World Championship spans 17 races across 11 locations, across iconic cities like São Paulo, Mexico City, and Monaco, with double-header weekends in some locations. The season will open in December 2024 and conclude in July 2025. With Jeddah making its debut, Miami returning for the first time since Season 1, and Tokyo hosting a double-header, it’s a thrilling lineup of races.
Below is a table of 2024-2025 Formula E World Championship races:
| Round | Date | Grand Prix Name | Country | Circuit Name | Previous Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 Dec 2024 | São Paulo E-Prix | Brazil | São Paulo Street Circuit | Mitch Evans (2023) |
| 2 | 11 Jan 2025 | Mexico City E-Prix | Mexico | Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez | Pascal Wehrlein (2023) |
| 3 | 14-15 Feb 2025 | Jeddah E-Prix (Double) | Saudi Arabia | Jeddah Corniche Circuit | – New Venue |
| 4 | 12 Apr 2025 | Miami E-Prix | USA | Homestead-Miami Speedway | – First since Season 1 |
| 5 | 3-4 May 2025 | Monaco E-Prix (Double) | Monaco | Circuit de Monaco | Nick Cassidy (2024) |
| 6 | 17-18 May 2025 | Tokyo E-Prix (Double) | Japan | Tokyo Street Circuit | Jean-Éric Vergne (2024) |
| 7 | June 2025 (TBC) | Jakarta E-Prix | Indonesia | Jakarta International e-Prix Circuit | Mitch Evans (2022) |
| 8 | 26-27 July 2025 | London E-Prix (Double) | UK | ExCeL London | Pascal Wehrlein (2024) |
Teams and Drivers
- ABT CUPRA: Led by Lucas di Grassi, ABT Cupra returns with Lola-Yamaha powertrains.
- Andretti Formula E: Powered by Porsche, Andretti’s lineup includes Jake Dennis, a top contender, alongside Nico Müller.
- DS Penske: With DS power, their drivers include Maximilian Günther and Jean-Eric Vergne.
- Envision Racing: Jaguar-powered, featuring Robin Frijns and Sebastien Buemi.
- Jaguar TCS Racing: Mitch Evans and Nick Cassidy form a strong lineup.
- Mahindra Racing: Nyck de Vries and Edoardo Mortara drive Mahindra power.
- Maserati MSG Racing: Stoffel Vandoorne and Jake Hughes pilot the Maserati cars.
- McLaren Formula E: Taylor Barnard leads McLaren’s challenge with Nissan power.
- Porsche Formula E: Pascal Wehrlein and António Félix da Costa are among the top challengers for TAG Heuer Porsche.
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The stats for Formula E teams and drivers include metrics like race wins, podiums, pole positions, fastest laps, and championship standings. Here’s an overview for key teams and drivers:
- Jake Dennis (Andretti): 6 wins, 12 podiums, and 3 pole positions.
- Mitch Evans (Jaguar): 9 wins, 25 podiums, and 4 pole positions.
- Pascal Wehrlein (Porsche): 4 wins, 11 podiums, and 3 pole positions.
- Jean-Eric Vergne (DS Penske): 11 wins, 33 podiums, 15 pole positions, and 2-time champion.
Stats for other drivers vary by team, with notable figures like Lucas di Grassi, Stoffel Vandoorne, and Antonio Felix da Costa also holding numerous race victories.
Car Specifications for the 2024-2025 Season (Gen3 Formula E Cars):
- Acceleration: 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 2.8 seconds.
- Top Speed: Approximately 322 km/h (200 mph).
- Power Output: 350 kW (470 bhp).
- Energy Recovery: 600 kW from dual motors (350 kW rear, 250 kW front).
- Battery Capacity: 51 kWh.
- Travel Distance: Races typically cover 45 minutes + 1 lap, so range is managed within this time frame using regenerative braking.
Overtaking Opportunities on Circuits:
- São Paulo: Long straights and sharp braking zones offer passing chances.
- Mexico City: High-speed corners and the stadium section allow overtaking.
- Monaco: Tight, narrow, but overtaking is possible at Sainte Devote and the Tunnel.
- Diriyah: Fast-flowing with tight corners; ideal for late braking overtakes.
- Berlin: Wide runways of the Tempelhof circuit allow strategic overtakes, especially in the tight chicanes.
- London: Indoor/outdoor layout creates tricky overtaking but possible in corners after long straights.
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