Formula E reveals diverse calendar with new 600kW Gen4 cars

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Formula E reveals diverse calendar with new 600kW Gen4 cars
Summary

Formula E is set to launch its new generation of 600kW, all-wheel drive Gen4 cars on a varied calendar. The upcoming season features a combination of street circuits, classic permanent venues, and abridged grand prix tracks. This marks a significant shift from previous seasons, where slower cars were limited to tighter, chicane-heavy tracks to manage battery life. The new design and expanded calendar reflect the series' growth and ambition as it draws closer to F1 dynamics.

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By the Numbers
  • Formula E introduces 600kW Gen4 cars this summer.
  • The season includes street, classic, and grand prix tracks.
  • Previous cars were restricted to chicanes to conserve battery.
  • Formula E seeks to enhance its competitive.
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What they're saying
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When Formula E unleashes its brand-new generation of machinery – the 600kW, all-wheel drive Gen4 car – it will do so on its most diverse calendar yet, with a mixture of street circuits, classic permanent venues and abridged grand prix tracks. The time when relatively slow and unimpressive FE cars had to be kept to tight, chicane-laden venues to keep their batteries humming along appears ...Keep reading

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When Formula E unleashes its brand-new generation of machinery– the 600kW, all-wheel drive Gen4 car– it will do so on its most diverse calendar yet, with a mixture of street circuits, classic permanent venues and abridged grand prix tracks. The time when relatively slow and unimpressive Formula E cars had to be kept to tight, chicane-laden venues to keep their batteries humming along ...Keep reading

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Armed with a 600kW Gen4 car, Formula E is starting to outgrow its original street circuit premise. But while it is encroaching on F1's turf in some areas, the future is pointing to a more diverse landscape rather than direct competition between the two

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