Formula E releases images of second generation car

With expectations set high, Formula E delivered.

Over the past couple of weeks Formula E has been building up anticipation for their second generation car. As of right now, there are only digital images available. The car will be used starting in the 2018/19 season and will run for three seasons.

So here’s the good news, energy storage capacity has been increased, range has been increased, and speed will be increased. The bad news? Well for most people the bad news is the car has the halo.

The second generation Formula E car render in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris — (Image: Formula E)

We have never held back on our opinions about the halo but the futuristic design encompasses the safety device perfectly. With some crazy lines and a wicked rear end, this car will catch your eye from a mile away.

Formula E founder, Alejandra Agag, had this to say: “This car represents the future of racing. When we started Formula E, our goal was to break the mould and challenge the status quo — bringing a revolution to motorsport. This next generation car represents that revolution. The cars will be faster and will have almost double the amount of energy storage capacity and double the range, demonstrating the continuous evolution of battery technology. Together with the FIA, we’ve achieved a great milestone with the introduction of this car and I can’t wait to see it on track.”

What the new range increase means for next season is no car changes. For those that follow the sport, the car changes have become a beloved part of the series. Unfortunately that beloved part will be gone but seeing battery technology improve exponentially is outstanding.

Awhile ago we discussed why Formula 1 should be worried about Formula E. After the release of this car, its safe to say they should be worried. The blade runner, batman esque car is already on its way to being better looking than a good chunk of past Formula 1 cars.

Another point that is also being underrated is that a new car will be coming after only three seasons. This will allow the electric series to adapt very quickly to changing technology. It just makes sense. At the rate of development seen since the first season of Formula E you can imagine that in three or four seasons the sport will be very different.

This is a great step forward for Formula E and we can’t wait for what the team liveries will look like. A full release of a physical car will happen on March 6th at the Geneva Motor Show. Let us know what you think of the new car. More images are available below along with a release video from Formula E.