FORMULA E CONFIRMS 2026/27 CALENDAR WITH NEW VENUES
Formula E has officially revealed its calendar for the 2026/27 season, which will become the biggest season in the championship’s history. The new schedule includes 21 races across 13 cities around the world and marks the beginning of the new GEN4 era of fully electric single-seater racing.
One of the biggest changes for the upcoming season is the addition of three major new circuits. The series will visit Austin in the United States at the Circuit of the Americas, Zandvoort in the Netherlands, and Brands Hatch in the United Kingdom. These tracks are widely known from Formula 1 and other major championships, and their arrival represents a shift towards more traditional racing circuits rather than purely street-based layouts.
The inclusion of the Circuit of the Americas marks a major step for Formula E in the United States. Austin becomes one of several North American stops on the calendar, strengthening the championship’s presence in a key motorsport market. The race is expected to take place in early February and will bring Formula E racing to one of the most modern and well-known circuits in global motorsport.
In Europe, Zandvoort will join the calendar as a new Dutch round. The circuit, located on the North Sea coast, is already famous for hosting Formula 1’s Dutch Grand Prix. Its addition gives Formula E another high-profile European venue with strong fan support.
Perhaps the most historic addition is Brands Hatch in the United Kingdom. The iconic British circuit will return to world championship racing for the first time in decades, replacing the current London venue. Formula E’s move to Brands Hatch is linked to the arrival of the larger and more powerful GEN4 cars, which are expected to require wider and more traditional permanent circuits compared to tight city street tracks.
The 2026/27 season will also mark the debut of the GEN4 Formula E car, which is expected to be significantly faster and more powerful than the previous generation. Early technical information suggests major improvements in performance, including higher top speeds, stronger acceleration, and more advanced energy recovery systems.
Alongside the calendar expansion, Formula E will also introduce a new race weekend format in selected events. This will include shorter sprint-style races designed to increase on-track action and reduce energy-saving tactics. The goal is to make races more direct and exciting for fans, while still maintaining the championship’s focus on efficiency and energy management.
The 2026/27 calendar will begin in Saudi Arabia with a night race in Jeddah and will feature a global tour across North and South America, Europe, and Asia before finishing in Tokyo. The structure reflects Formula E’s continued push to become a truly global championship with a mix of street circuits and permanent venues.
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