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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
In the fast lane: Formula E's top racers star in new Prime Video docuseries
What does it take to race at 280 km/h — in near silence, powered by cutting-edge electric technology, and cheered on by tens of thousands in the world's most iconic cities? That's the world of Formula E — the all-electric motorsport championship that's redefining speed, sustainability, and storytelling. Now new and old fans can step into the high-pressure, high-stakes lives of its most compelling racers with Formula E: Driver , a four-part docuseries that just dropped on Prime Video. Formula E: Driver | Official Trailer The four-part series, produced by Astronaut Films, offers a glimpse into the lives of four of the championship's most dynamic racers — António Félix da Costa (TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team), Mitch Evans (Jaguar TCS Racing), Jake Dennis (Andretti Formula E), and Dan Ticktum (CUPRA KIRO). Across the episodes, viewers experience the emotional highs and lows of Season 10 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Filmed across iconic locations from Mexico to London, Formula E: Driver takes audiences beyond the race track — capturing the grit, pressure, passion, and personal stories that define these athletes. From reigning champion Jake Dennis' title defence to Dan Ticktum's battle with reputation and results, the series culminates in a dramatic finale with five drivers fiercely vying for the championship crown. Aarti Dabas, Formula E's Chief Media Officer, shares, " This series reveals the human stories behind the helmets of our hugely talented drivers, offering a raw, authentic look that reaches far beyond the action on the track. " Drivers themselves were candid about the experience. António Félix da Costa described the docuseries as "raw and unfiltered," capturing the sport's intensity and heartbreaks. Mitch Evans expressed hope that the series would attract new fans by showing the true demands of racing at the highest level, while Jake Dennis emphasised the importance of portraying "the highs, the lows, and everything in between" that fans usually miss. Dan Ticktum, known for his edgy persona, appreciated the creative freedom he was given, hoping the series' success leads to more seasons. The launch of Formula E: Driver also marks another milestone as Formula E celebrates over a decade of all-electric racing, continuing to redefine the future of motorsport by merging elite racing with sustainability. All four episodes are now available to stream on Prime Video For motorsport enthusiasts and newcomers alike, Formula E: Driver promises a thrilling ride into the world where speed meets strategy — and where every finish line is only part of the story. Disclaimer: This article has been produced on behalf of Formula E by Times Internet's Spotlight Team.
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Formula E: Driver premieres on Amazon Prime, offers unfiltered access to lives of Mitch Evans, Jake Dennis, Dan Ticktum and Antonio Felix da Costa
As racing enthusiasts look for something to binge on between races, a new show titled Formula E: Driver has premiered on Amazon Prime—perfect for those looking to explore the lives of some of the biggest Formula E drivers off the track. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The four-part series follows the journeys of TAG Heuer Porsche 's António Félix da Costa, Jaguar TCS Racing's Mitch Evans , Andretti's Jake Dennis , and Cupra Kiro's Dan Ticktum as they navigate the highs and lows of Season 10 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Formula E: Driver – plot overview Formula E: Driver offers unfiltered access to the lives of four electric car racers, combining exclusive on- and off-track footage to give viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the drama and intensity of Season 10. Produced by Astronaut Films, Driver opens in Mexico, as reigning champion Jake Dennis returns from a summer of celebrations, hungry to retain his title. The series goes behind the visor to follow Dan Ticktum, whose 'bad boy' reputation has his future at Formula E hanging in the balance, before culminating in London's dramatic season finale, where five drivers, including Mitch Evans and António Félix da Costa, fiercely compete for the championship crown. What the drivers and makers said about the show António Félix da Costa, who drives under No. 13, said about the show, 'This documentary takes you completely behind the scenes, giving fans a raw and unfiltered look at what it means to be a racing driver. We've captured the highs, the heartbreaks, and everything in between—bringing viewers inside our world to experience the intensity, pressure, and passion that fuel our sport. Success and failure define motorsport, and with this series, we're pulling back the curtain to show it all." Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Mitch Evans noted: 'The launch of Formula E: Driver is really exciting and hopefully the series will bring a new, unique insight into the world of Formula E. It was great to work with Astronaut Films and the Formula E team on this new venture, which we hope will allow fans to see just what it takes to compete in the world's most competitive motorsport, and enable our sport to grow and reach a much wider audience." Jake Dennis added, 'Having the production team follow me throughout the entire season gave a true insight into what it's really like to be a Formula E driver—the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Fans usually only see what happens on race day, but this series captures so much more. It's great to have documentaries like this that bring fans closer to the sport and show the reality of what it takes to compete at this level.' Dan Ticktum also said, 'Filming Formula E: Driver was pretty intense, but I really enjoyed it. I like the fact that Formula E and all of the guys at Astronaut were very keen on having drivers express who they are. A lot of the filming was very fun, and I was able to be myself a lot of the time. Hopefully, the series will give a good insight into what it's like being a Formula E driver , and I hope that it's successful so we can continue to film for years to come.' Aarti Dabas, Chief Media Officer, Formula E, said the series 'reveals the human stories behind the helmets of our hugely talented drivers that reach far beyond the sporting action on the track' She expressed her excitement as they bring the no-holds-barred, all-access perspective to a global audience on Prime Video. Also Read: Jon Alwen, Formula E: Driver Exec Producer and Astronaut Films CEO, described making Formula E: Driver as a 'real privilege'. He added, 'The whole world of Formula E is a fantastic, globetrotting circus with huge names like Porsche, Jaguar and Andretti fighting for the title. With this series, we wanted to try and show what it's really like for the drivers who, while they are living out their childhood dreams, are under constant pressure on the track and off it.' All four episodes of Formula E: Driver are available now on Prime Video Direct in 38 territories.
