Formula E enters new era with GEN4 machine unveil

Following eleven seasons of groundbreaking racing for the world’s first and premier electric racing single seat series, a new era is now upon us.

Enter the new GEN4 race car, unveiled in London and to debut in the 2026/27 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship season.

According to the sport’s official press release, the new car will pack 50% more power than GEN3 Evo and active all-wheel drive.

It is now also the ‘world’s most efficient and sustainable race car: almost 100% motor efficiency, regenerating 40% energy, and 100% recyclable’.

The key aim for the series from the outset has been to showcase the latest and best advances in electric automotive tech, with many of the most recognised automotive manufacturers competing, or having competed in the series.

“The GEN4 is far more than a race car,” commented Jeff Dodds, CEO, Formula E.

“It represents over a decade of progress, innovation, and ambition in electric racing. Co-developed with the FIA, it stands as the most advanced, demanding, and sustainable machine we’ve ever built, redefining what’s possible in performance and environmental responsibility.

“With GEN4, Formula E strengthens its position as the world’s most forward-thinking sport and a true racing pioneer.”

Alberto Longo, Co-Founder and Chief Championship Officer, Formula E added:

“The GEN4 is designed for the pioneers of tomorrow. The new technical capabilities, from 600kW of power to active all-wheel drive, will test our drivers like never before.

“It’s a car built for wheel-to-wheel battles and pure racing action. I’d like to thank our partners at the FIA for their collaboration in this incredible innovation, and we look forward to further collaboration as our manufacturers and teams hone these machines with their performance experts.”

According to Vincent Gaillardot, Formula E Technical Manager, FIA, the new machine will make the already frantic wheel-to-wheel racing even better for fans and spectators.

“GEN4 is the most advanced Formula E single-seater to-date, with cutting-edge technology making it the fastest and most powerful electric racing car fans will ever have seen,” said Gaillardot

“With drivers able to deploy more than 815hp in Attack Mode as well as permanent all-wheel-drive, enhanced aerodynamics and greater grip levels from bigger tyres, GEN4 slots in at the sharp end of the FIA’s single-seater pyramid and will be one of the highest performance racing cars anywhere in the world.”