The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship is coming back to Saudi Arabia, and this time, it’s Jeddah that takes center stage once again. Formula E Jeddah Season 12 will deliver two electrifying night races at the world’s fastest street circuit, right on the edge of the Red Sea.
There’s a different kind of thrill when streetlights reflect off the carbon fiber of electric race cars at night. And no one does that better than Jeddah. After the successful debut last season, Formula E is making its return with a nighttime double-header scheduled for 13 and 14 February 2026.
Jeddah Corniche Circuit Returns to the Spotlight
With sweeping high-speed corners and a dramatic coastal backdrop, the Jeddah Corniche Circuit quickly proved itself a fan-favorite. Formula E’s debut there in Season 11 brought in crowds and headlines, especially thanks to the newly introduced PIT BOOST system, a clever twist on race strategy where drivers gain extra power after a mandatory pit stop.
This is no ordinary E-Prix. With nightfall comes faster cooling, grippier tarmac, and a serious test of driver focus. Season 12 is ready to elevate that challenge.
A Season of Expansion and Global Reach
Jeddah is just one highlight of Formula E’s biggest calendar yet. Season 12, validated by the FIA World Motor Sport Council, features 18 races in 12 cities. São Paulo kicks things off in December 2025, followed by races in Mexico City and the series’ first-ever visit to Miami’s International Autodrome.
Europe also gets a shake-up, with Madrid’s Circuito de Madrid Jarama-RACE added to the mix in March 2026. This marks the first world championship race in Spain’s capital in nearly four decades.
Key Power Moves in the Series
The current Formula E race cars, the GEN3 Evo, are the fastest and most agile in the series’ history. Capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 1.82 seconds, they now claim the title of the world’s fastest-accelerating single-seaters. That stat alone makes Jeddah, with its long straights and sweeping curves, the perfect battleground.
Night races in such a high-speed environment mean teams will be working overtime to find every possible edge, from energy recovery strategies to tire management under floodlights.
A Growing Connection with Saudi Arabia
Formula E’s return to Saudi Arabia is more than a race, it’s a reflection of the Kingdom’s growing presence in international motorsports. After six successful seasons in Diriyah, moving the E-Prix to Jeddah marked a bold new chapter.
Nacho Calcedo, Host Cities Event Director at Formula E, described the Corniche Circuit as “a symbol of the Kingdom’s growing influence in global sports,” noting its role in shaping the future of electric racing in the region.
Looking Ahead to Season 12 Highlights
From the glamour of Monaco to the tech-forward streets of Tokyo and the intensity of London’s season finale, Season 12 promises nonstop action. Every race has been planned with sustainability in mind, grouping events by region to reduce CO₂ emissions from logistics.
Two final race locations are still pending confirmation, but the excitement already feels unstoppable. With Jeddah locked in for another nighttime showdown, the stage is set for one of the most dynamic seasons in Formula E history.
Summary
Formula E’s return to the Jeddah Corniche Circuit promises a spectacle of speed, strategy, and electric racing under the lights. As part of the championship’s largest calendar to date, the Jeddah E-Prix stands out as a thrilling chapter in the series’ global evolution.
Disclaimer: All race dates and calendar details are subject to final FIA confirmation and may change based on official announcements.
