The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship moves to Saudi Arabia for Rounds 3 and 4, marking the series’ first night races of the season at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on February 14-15, 2025. This event introduces PIT BOOST, Formula E’s first mandatory pit stops in nearly seven years, alongside a new Rookie Free Practice session.
A New Era for Formula E in Jeddah
For the first time, Formula E will race on a revised 1.86-mile layout of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, moving away from Diriyah. The track, known for hosting high-profile motorsport events, will now test the latest GEN3 Evo cars in an anti-clockwise configuration featuring 19 turns and four new chicanes designed to enhance competition.
PIT BOOST: A Strategic Game-Changer
A major highlight of the Jeddah E-Prix is the introduction of PIT BOOST, a mid-race feature providing a 10% energy boost (3.85kWh) via a 30-second, 600kW ultra-fast charge in the pitlane. This new element adds another layer of strategy to the race, working independently of the existing ATTACK MODE system.
Key PIT BOOST details:
- Mandatory 30-second pit stop to gain 3.85kWh of additional energy.
- Only one car per team can use PIT BOOST at a time.
- The FIA determines the activation window 21 days before the race.
The Return of the Rookies
Ahead of the race weekend, the Rookie Free Practice session on February 13 will allow emerging talent to test their skills in the latest GEN3 Evo machinery. Notable participants include Jamie Chadwick, Théo Pourchaire, Daniil Kvyat, and Tatiana Calderón.
Race Schedule & Where to Watch
- Thursday, February 13: Rookie Free Practice at 18:00 local time.
- Friday, February 14 & Saturday, February 15:
- Free Practice 2 – 13:00 local
- Qualifying – 15:20 local
- Race start – 20:05 local / 17:05 UTC
As the season continues, all eyes will be on Oliver Rowland after his Round 2 win, while António Félix da Costa leads the championship standings. With new challenges, innovations, and a fresh venue, the Jeddah E-Prix promises an electrifying weekend of racing.
Source: Formula E
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