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The verdict on Formula E’s Pit Boost delayed debut

“It could be an absolute s***show” was a phrase uttered more than once in the Jeddah Corniche Circuit’s paddock last weekend, and not just because the decision had been taken to add a surplus of chicanes to the truncated layout ahead of Formula E’s debut.

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Ben Hunt: Ticktum’s tantrum at Jeddah E-Prix sets a precedent for FIA swearing rules

Dan Ticktum’s swear-laden rant at last weekend’s Jeddah E-Prix will go unpunished despite the wishes of the FIA president to stamp out swearing.

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How Rowland stamped his authority on Jeddah as rivals faltered

As Britons locked out the podium for the first time in Formula E history last weekend, Oliver Rowland headed the charge and proved himself to be the all-electric championship’s in-form driver.

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A positive weekend for DS Penske

After Max Gunther’s victory in the first of the two Jeddah Formula E races, it was the French driver of the DS Penske team, Jean-Eric Vergne, who stood out in the second race, spending most of it at the front of the pack.

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Guenther in command for DS Penske

Pole position, victory, and fastest lap: Max Guenther delivered a stunning grand slam for DS Penske in the first race of the Jeddah E-Prix.

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Formula E’s Pit Boost debut receives mixed response from drivers

Jeddah E-Prix winner Maximilian Guenther believes the new Pit Boost concept was “a great addition to the championship” after its inaugural use in a Formula E race, while other drivers remained wary of its implementation.

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Deals and wheels: Aguero to become Porsche Formula E driver, Volvo’s EX30 gets chunky Cross Country version and Volkswagen previews compact EV

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Kvyat, Pourchaire lead Formula E rookie line-up for Jeddah E-Prix

Formula E’s Rookie Free Practice session at the Jeddah E-Prix will feature the likes of former Formula 1 driver Daniil Kvyat and 2023 Formula 2 champion Theo Pourchaire.

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Idris Elba among new investors in Kiro Formula E team

Luther star and Hollywood A-lister Idris Elba is among a group of new investors in the Kiro Formula E team.

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Elkins to retire as Formula E race director after Miami round

Long-time Formula E race director Scot Elkins will retire from his role following this year's Miami E-Prix, with his deputy Marek Hanaczewski set to take over.

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Luck is becoming “too much of a factor” in Formula E

Two-time Formula E champion Jean-Eric Vergne has warned of potential unintended consequences as the all-electric championship launches its Pit Boost next week at the Jeddah E-Prix.

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The influencer fishing exercise Formula E hopes can achieve its long-term aims

“We wouldn't be in existence now; we'd have gone out of business years ago.” During his tenure as CEO of Formula E, Jeff Dodds has never been afraid of pushing boundaries when it comes to the all-electric championship.

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What next for these F1 Academy stars?

Since its debut season in 2023, F1 Academy has provided a well-deserved spotlight to numerous gifted female drivers, including 2024 champion Abbi Pulling and race winners Chloe Chambers, Maya Weug, and Bianca Bustamante.

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Beckham, Aguero amongst celebrities set to drive Formula E cars in Miami

Formula E has announced it will hold an event next month in Miami where celebrities and influencers, including Brooklyn Beckham and Sergio Aguero, will get the chance to experience the latest Gen3 Evo machines first-hand.

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Beckham's son, Aguero amongst celebrities set to drive Formula E cars in Miami

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The pros and cons of Formula E’s newest concept

“We want to do things differently to any other motorsport” is a phrase – coined by Formula E co-founder Alberto Longo earlier this week – that certainly wouldn’t be out of place as the all-electric championship’s motto.

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FIA and Formula E give green light for Pit Boost to debut in Jeddah

The FIA and Formula E have officially confirmed that the Pit Boost concept, which will require drivers to make a mandatory pitstop, will debut during the Jeddah E-Prix weekend.

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FIA and Formula E give green light for Pit Boost to debut in Saudi

The FIA and Formula E have officially confirmed that the Pit Boost concept, which will require drivers to make a mandatory pitstop, will debut during the Jeddah E-Prix weekend.

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Chadwick broadens search for young female racing drivers

Jamie Chadwick has extended her grassroots karting initiative to find new female racing talent, opening it up to girls as young as eight-years-old.

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How a Formula E champion hopes “a reset” will get them back to the top

Even for the life of a professional racing driver, Stoffel Vandoorne’s career has had highs and lows more than most as championship successes have been followed by lacklustre spells and unfulfilled potential.

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Record breakers – Google Cloud and Formula E host AI hackathon to trailblaze motorsport technology

Claiming a Guinness World Record, introducing the sport to new faces and hosting a competition that focused on inclusion – all in a day’s work when Google Cloud and Formula E collaborated last year.

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How da Costa's revival may force Porsche to heed a lesson from Jaguar

“When you lose that’s when you really need to become one [in the team] and it shows everybody’s character. I think everybody is pushing hard to help me turn this around.”

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Indonesia declares interest to make WRC return

Indonesia has formally declared its interest in hosting a round of the World Rally Championship in the near future.

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Mahindra “is committed to Formula E” as Gen4 decision looms

Mahindra team principal Fred Bertrand says the outfit “is committed to Formula E”, despite the Indian manufacturer having yet to formally decide on its future in the all-electric championship.

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What should Perez's next step be after Red Bull? Our writers have their say

Sergio Perez's first comments since leaving the Formula 1 grid after losing his Red Bull seat indicated a sabbatical from driving.

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