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TimesLIVE
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
Formula E and FIA set for long-term contract extension
Formula E is set to extend an exclusive deal with motorsport's world governing body that will ensure it remains the only all-electric racing series sanctioned by the FIA for decades to come. Formula E, majority owned since last year by telecoms company Liberty Global, started out in 2014 with a 25-year licence. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem let slip to reporters during last weekend's British Formula One Grand Prix that an extension to the Formula E contract was done and "would come up soon". Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds told Reuters on Friday ahead of the season's penultimate round in Berlin there was nothing official. He said, however, to expect announcements at the London season-ender this month. Formula One is starting a new engine era next year with a 50/50 split between combustion and electric, but Ben Sulayem has said the Liberty Media-owned sport could go back to noisy V8 engines by 2029. "If they (F1) choose to keep using it (the 2026 engine), we'll choose to keep talking about the fact that they like the (electric) technology so much they integrate it into their race cars," said Dodds. "If they choose to go back to V8s we would absolutely leverage the fact that we would be the only electric championship and everything that means." McLaren exit Formula E is likely to be reduced to 10 teams, from 11 at present, next season after the withdrawal of Formula One champions McLaren to focus on endurance racing. McLaren had sought a new owner for the team but Dodds said the timeframe was too tight for interested parties and it would revert to Formula E, barring a late twist. "As it stands unless something changes, and I never say never in Formula E or motorsport, their last race would be London," he said. "The team slot would vacate, which means the licence would revert to us, and then we have a lot of other interest in joining the championship. "The chance of somebody joining for one year of Gen3 is unlikely but the chance of somebody coming in and starting to develop with a future coming in for Gen4 is much more likely." Formula E will be in the last year of its Gen3 era next season, with the more powerful and faster Gen4 car coming in for 2026/27.
News18
12-07-2025
- Automotive
- News18
Formula E Set to Sign Exclusive Long-Term Deal With FIA
Formula E will extend its exclusive FIA agreement, staying the sole fully electric championship. Official confirmation is expected in London. Formula E is poised to extend its exclusive agreement with motorsport's global governing body, the FIA — a move that will ensure it remains the world's only fully electric championship under official sanction for decades to come. The championship, which began in 2014, currently operates under a 25-year license. That exclusivity looks set to continue well into the future. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem hinted at the extension during the recent British Grand Prix at Silverstone, telling reporters that the renewed agreement is 'done" and would be formally announced 'soon." Official Confirmation Expected in London While nothing has been confirmed on paper yet, Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds told Reuters on Friday, ahead of the Berlin double-header, that announcements can be expected at the season finale in London later this month. 'We've got quite a lot of exciting things lined up for London," Dodds said. Formula E is set to shrink from 11 teams to 10 next season, with McLaren expected to bow out at the end of the current campaign to concentrate on endurance racing programs. The team had been seeking new ownership to remain in the series, but Dodds confirmed the timing was too tight for a deal to materialize. 'As it stands, unless something changes — and I never say never in Formula E or motorsport — their last race would be London," he said. Formula E enters its final season with the Gen3 car in 2025–26, before introducing the next-generation Gen4 platform in 2026–27 — a car expected to be faster and more powerful. Rowland Eyes Title as Formula E Nears Season Climax On the competitive front, Nissan's British driver Oliver Rowland has the chance to secure the 2024–25 championship during this weekend's double-header in Berlin. If successful, Rowland would become the 10th different champion in Formula E's 11-season history. (with Reuters inputs) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
12-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Formula E and FIA set for long-term contract extension
Formula E is set to extend an exclusive deal with motorsport's world governing body that will ensure it remains the only all-electric racing series sanctioned by the FIA for decades to come. Formula E, majority owned since last year by telecoms company Liberty Global, started out in 2014 with a 25-year licence. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem let slip to reporters during last weekend's British Formula One Grand Prix that an extension to the Formula E contract was done and 'would come up soon'. Formula E chief executive Jeff Dodds told Reuters on Friday ahead of the season's penultimate round in Berlin that there was nothing official. He said, however, to expect various announcements at the London season-ender this month. Formula One is starting a new engine era next year with a 50/50 split between combustion and electric but Ben Sulayem has said the Liberty Media-owned sport could go back to noisy V8 engines by 2029. 'If they (F1) choose to keep using it (the 2026 engine), we'll choose to keep talking about the fact that they like the (electric) technology so much they integrate it into their race cars,' said Dodds. 'If they choose to go back to V8s, then we would absolutely leverage the fact that we would then be the only electric championship and everything that that means.' MCLAREN EXIT Formula E is likely to be reduced to 10 teams, from 11 at present, next season after the withdrawal of Formula One champions McLaren to focus on endurance racing. McLaren had sought a new owner for the team but Dodds said the time frame was too tight for interested parties and it would revert to Formula E, barring a late twist. 'As it stands unless something changes, and I never say never in Formula E or motorsport, their last race would be London,' he added. 'The team slot would vacate, which means the licence would revert to us, and then we have a lot of other interest in joining the championship. 'The chance of somebody joining for one year of Gen3 is unlikely but the chance of somebody coming in and starting to develop with a future coming in for Gen4 is much more likely.' Formula E will be in the last year of its Gen3 era next season, with the more powerful and faster Gen4 car then coming in for 2026/27. Nissan's British driver Oliver Rowland can clinch the 2024-25 championship in the Berlin double-header this weekend, and would be the series' 10th different champion in 11 seasons. Related Topics Formula E
South Wales Argus
11-07-2025
- Climate
- South Wales Argus
Call for 'cool hubs' to open in Wales ahead of heatwave
The call comes from Welsh Liberal Democrat leader Jane Dodds MS, who says the hubs should be set up ahead of a forecasted heatwave. The Met Office has warned that temperatures could reach 33C in some parts of Wales this weekend. Ms Dodds said: "The imminent hot weather could be very difficult for vulnerable and elderly people, and it also carries the risk of wildfires, which we have already seen breaking out across Wales in recent years. "It is only right that public spaces, which are there to serve their communities, are used to provide some much-needed relief during the sweltering temperatures." Ms Dodds also called for measures to help prevent wildfires, encouraging the public to avoid lighting fires outdoors and to be mindful of glass and cigarettes. She urged the Welsh Government to take action and properly resource the fire service.
The Star
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
Motor racing-Formula E and FIA set for long-term contract extension
Formula One F1 - Monaco Grand Prix - Circuit de Monaco, Monaco - May 22, 2025 General view of the FIA logo ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq LONDON (Reuters) -Formula E is set to extend an exclusive deal with motorsport's world governing body that will ensure it remains the only all-electric racing series sanctioned by the FIA for decades to come. Formula E, majority owned since last year by telecoms company Liberty Global, started out in 2014 with a 25-year licence. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem let slip to reporters during last weekend's British Formula One Grand Prix that an extension to the Formula E contract was done and "would come up soon". Formula E chief executive Jeff Dodds told Reuters on Friday ahead of the season's penultimate round in Berlin that there was nothing official. He said, however, to expect various announcements at the London season-ender this month. Formula One is starting a new engine era next year with a 50/50 split between combustion and electric but Ben Sulayem has said the Liberty Media-owned sport could go back to noisy V8 engines by 2029. "If they (F1) choose to keep using it (the 2026 engine), we'll choose to keep talking about the fact that they like the (electric) technology so much they integrate it into their race cars," said Dodds. "If they choose to go back to V8s, then we would absolutely leverage the fact that we would then be the only electric championship and everything that that means." MCLAREN EXIT Formula E is likely to be reduced to 10 teams, from 11 at present, next season after the withdrawal of Formula One champions McLaren to focus on endurance racing. McLaren had sought a new owner for the team but Dodds said the time frame was too tight for interested parties and it would revert to Formula E, barring a late twist. "As it stands unless something changes, and I never say never in Formula E or motorsport, their last race would be London," he added. "The team slot would vacate, which means the licence would revert to us, and then we have a lot of other interest in joining the championship. "The chance of somebody joining for one year of Gen3 is unlikely but the chance of somebody coming in and starting to develop with a future coming in for Gen4 is much more likely." Formula E will be in the last year of its Gen3 era next season, with the more powerful and faster Gen4 car then coming in for 2026/27. Nissan's British driver Oliver Rowland can clinch the 2024-25 championship in the Berlin double-header this weekend, and would be the series' 10th different champion in 11 seasons. (Reporting by Alan Baldwin, editing by Pritha Sarkar)
