The Gen3 machinery will be pressed into service for the 2022-23 season, complete with a 350kW rear powertrain and a standard supply 250kW motor at the front to regenerate energy from the front brakes – producing a combined 600kW of regenerative capacity.
Promotional shots of the car released during the Valencia pre-season test last year show that the Gen3 car’s styling will be deltoid in shape, with two fins at the rear.
Lighter than the Gen2 car currently used, the Gen3 car will also feature no hydraulic rear brakes – with Michelin ceding its supply of all-weather tyres to South Korean manufacturer Hankook.
Although many of the points of development between each manufacturer remain the same from Gen2 to Gen3, some components – such as dampers – will now be standardised to limit costs.
“Formula E’s Gen3 race car represents a leap forward for motorsport and electric mobility,” said Formula E CEO Jamie Reigle.
“Designed to demonstrate that high performance, efficiency and…
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