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Formula E Unveils High-Octane Strategy Twist with ‘Pit Boost’ for 2025

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
December 17, 2024
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Formula E Unveils High-Octane Strategy Twist with ‘Pit Boost’ for 2025

Get ready, Formula E fans: strategy and speed are about to collide in a whole new way. After years of development, Pit Boost, the long-awaited 600kW in-race fast-charging innovation, is finally set to electrify the grid. With drivers topping up their batteries by 10 percent in a rapid 30-second pit stop, this groundbreaking addition will not only reshape energy deployment but also fuel unpredictable race strategies.


What is Pit Boost and How Will it Work?

Introduced for select doubleheader weekends starting this season, Pit Boost adds a new layer of strategy to Formula E. Here’s the breakdown:

  • Drivers will pit for a 30-second charge, receiving 10 percent extra energy to power their cars.
  • Teams will face a pivotal choice: when to stop and how to deploy this added energy.
  • By starting with just half the energy needed to run flat-out, drivers must carefully balance their aggression and efficiency, creating a chess match on wheels.

The technology behind Pit Boost is impressive. Developed by Fortescue Zero (formerly Williams Advanced Engineering), the system stores energy separately and delivers an ultra-fast charge without relying on the local grid during races. The existing ABB-supplied 80kW chargers will remain for standard race operations.


Why Now? The Road to Pit Boost

While Formula E introduced the GEN3 car two seasons ago, Pit Boost was delayed due to technical and logistical hurdles. Short race durations and the challenge of integrating meaningful pit stops pushed the FIA to fine-tune the system until it was race-ready.

FIA’s Head of Formula E, Pablo Martino, explained:

“Formula E races have no need for this extra energy; however, we believe Pit Boost will create an additional strategy element. Races with this 10 percent extra energy will be totally different.”


The Long Game: GEN4 and Road Relevance

Looking beyond 2025, Pit Boost represents more than just a spectacle for fans. It’s a crucial milestone toward real-world fast-charging technology for road cars. While roadside chargers currently peak at 350kW, the lessons learned in Formula E could pave the way for commercial adoption of 600kW systems in the next five years.

Martino underscored the connection:

“We hope to see similar power capacities for the street. The technology is there, but it’s complex. The biggest challenge is batteries capable of handling 600kW power.”

Formula E’s new GEN4 car, debuting in 2026, will continue to build on this technology, incorporating insights gained from Pit Boost’s rollout.


A New Era Begins: Key Dates to Watch

The world will get its first taste of Pit Boost at the Jeddah E-Prix in Saudi Arabia on February 14-15, 2025. Before that, Formula E’s Season 11 kicks off in Mexico City on January 11, promising a season packed with electrifying drama and innovation.


Final Thoughts: A Game-Changer for Formula E?

Pit Boost isn’t just about energy—it’s about strategy, spectacle, and pushing boundaries. By introducing a feature that forces teams to rethink race execution, Formula E continues to lead the charge in motorsport innovation. Fans can expect races with less energy-saving and more high-octane battles, all while showcasing technology that could reshape the future of electric mobility.

Buckle up — the future of Formula E has just gotten shockingly more exciting! ⚡

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