Formula E and the FIA today announced the first provisional calendar for the 2026-27 season of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship following validation from the FIA World Motor Sport Council. Featuring its most expansive season yet with 21 races across 13 global cities, highlights include new races at The Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin (US) and MASCOT Zandvoort Circuit (NL), as well as a new home for the London E-Prix at the iconic Brands Hatch circuit (UK).

The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship gains a historic new home in the UK as the London E-Prix moves to the legendary Brands Hatch for an action-packed double-header weekend. As the iconic venue celebrates a monumental 100 years of racing history, this transition sees Brands Hatch kick off its second century by firmly placing the cutting-edge GEN4 era at the heart of its events calendar. 

The move brings the pinnacle of electric racing to a track steeped in motorsport lore, perfectly blending heritage with future-facing innovation. Fans are set for an unforgettable weekend as the grid tackles the legendary, undulating ribbon of asphalt in Kent. From the heart-in-mouth drop down Paddock Hill Bend to the blind crests and sweeping, high-speed corners that make this natural amphitheatre a global driver favourite, Brands Hatch offers the ultimate test of racing bravery. 

A NEW ERA OF SPEED AND SUSTAINABILITY 

As Formula E and the FIA prepare to unleash the GEN4 car, its massive boost in power and velocity requires tracks built for extreme performance. This has driven a natural shift toward established permanent circuits, though the series remains firmly committed to its city-centre roots. The new locations strike a perfect balance – offering tracks that can handle GEN4’s raw speed while remaining accessible from major city hubs. 

Sustainability has been central to the development of the calendar, with race events grouped by continent across the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific, reducing freight mileage and CO2 emissions.

RECORD-BREAKING 21-RACE CALENDAR 

The all-electric single-seater racing series’ biggest ever season begins in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia with a nighttime double-header at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, on 18 & 19 December 2026. The Championship then heads to the Americas, with the Mexico City E-Prix at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez on 16 January 2027, followed by the brand new Austin E-Prix at COTA on 06 February 2027 and the Miami E-Prix at the Miami International Autodrome (Hard Rock Stadium) on 20 February 2027. The Americas leg concludes at the Anhembi Sambadrome Circuit with the São Paulo E-Prix on 13 March 2027. 

The Championship shifts to Asia for the Sanya E-Prix at the Haitang Bay Circuit on 17 April 2027, before heading into an expanded European season. Europe features an intense run of double-headers: Berlin’s Tempelhof Airport Street Circuit on 08 & 09 May 2027, the iconic streets of Circuit de Monaco on 15 & 16 May 2027, and London at Brands Hatch on 29 & 30 May 2027. The European leg continues with the new double-header at MASCOT Zandvoort Circuit on 18 & 19 June 2027 and a return to the Circuito de Madrid Jarama for the Madrid E-Prix on 26 & 27 June 2027. 

The season concludes with a spectacular Asia Pacific double-header finish: taking on the Shanghai International Circuit on 10 & 11 July 2027 and the climactic finale at the Tokyo Street Circuit on 24 & 25 July 2027 that will round out the end of first season of the all-new GEN4 era. 

INTRODUCING A DYNAMIC NEW RACE FORMAT 

The 2026-27 season and start of the GEN4 era will also welcome a transformative new race format for double-header race weekends, featuring the classic race (E-Prix) and an all-new shorter race (E-PrixUnleashed). 

Introduced to showcase the full, unrestricted power of the GEN4 car, this new approach delivers a completely different, fast-paced racing style. The complementing formats will offer fans a highly entertaining mix of tactical, strategic racing and pure, high-speed performance drama across a single weekend. 

GEN4: THE FUTURE OF ELECTRIC MOTORSPORT 

Set to debut in the 2026/27 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship season, the GEN4 redefines racing – with 600kW of power available (equivalent to over 815hp) plus active all-wheel drive in every phase of the race. This is the most challenging Formula E car to master, designed for wheel-to-wheel battles and jaw-dropping moments for fans. Every feature on the GEN4, from active all-wheel drive and active differential to dual aerodynamic configurations and regenerative braking, demonstrates groundbreaking technologies electric cars offer, making this machine more road-relevant for manufacturers and their future vehicle innovation than ever before, and the competitive racing the most exciting in the world 

GEN4 is motorsport’s most sustainable race car, advancing circular design at every level. Its construction uses 100% recyclable or reusable materials, setting a new benchmark for environmental responsibility. From pioneering battery systems to next-generation tyres and innovative bodywork, every component of the GEN4’s supply chain is selected for ethical sourcing, recyclability, and reduced impact. These innovations ensure GEN4 is not just built for speed and performance, but also as a trailblazer for sustainability in sport and beyond. 

THE GEN4 GRID 

The dawn of the GEN4 era marks a major milestone as Opel officially joins the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The historic German brand’s entry injects fresh competitive energy into the grid, pitting them against an elite lineup of committed global manufacturers – including Jaguar, Nissan, Citroën, Lola Cars, Mahindra and Porsche, who will power two competitive teams plus a customer team next season. All utilise the series to accelerate high-performance EV innovation and road-relevant technology.

Jeff Dodds, CEO, Formula E, said: “Entering the GEN4 era, Brands Hatch sits as a natural home for this new era of electric racing. It’s a venue that holds a special place for me personally, having grown up nearby I used to ride my motorcycle here to watch racing, and I have always viewed it as an incredible, under-utilised circuit that I am sure will provide a thrilling setting for the British debut of GEN4 racing. 

“Working closely with Jonathan Palmer and the MSV team, we’ve secured a long-term partnership that will see Formula E become a marquee event on such an iconic race track. We are incredibly excited to bring the future of electric racing to Brands Hatch, offering fans a unique opportunity to witness the full power of the next generation of electric racing in a truly historic setting.” 

Jonathan Palmer, MSV chief executive, said: “Formula E’s arrival at Brands Hatch in 2027 represents a major landmark for the venue, the championship and British motorsport. The impressive evolution of Formula E, with the GEN4 car delivering such a big step up in performance, means our iconic Grand Prix circuit can provide exactly the kind of challenge the championship deserves. 

“The prospect of combining leading-edge automotive technology with one of the world’s most loved classic circuits is hugely exciting. I’m certain it will create a fantastic spectacle, broaden Formula E’s appeal, and help introduce the championship to many more traditional motorsport fans. 

“Formula E has come of age, and its debut at Brands Hatch marks the start of a bold new chapter.”