Formula E has completed two full event simulations as the world’s first all-electric single-seater championship gears up for its first race in Beijing, China, on September 13.
Both events took place at Donington Park race circuit, where a temporary pitlane and pitboxes were assembled to mimic those that will be used at each of the ten street circuits the series will visit. Accreditation procedures, operational and IT infrastructures and even television broadcasts were also meticulously tested.
During the second simulation, for the first time the 10 teams ran all four of their cars as the two non-qualifying sessions, qualifying and an endurance test were completed to the schedule that will take place at the races.
This meant that all of the teams and drivers had the opportunity to simulate the unique car change pitstops – and at the second simulation – a full standing start.
While a number of issues were encountered, which was the reason for running the simulation, overall the events were considered to be a success.
Alejandro Agag, CEO of Formula E, said:
“Putting on a major sporting event in the heart of cities around the world is a massive undertaking and requires careful preparation. We want the Formula E Beijing ePrix to a fantastic spectacle, which is why we’re leaving nothing to chance by rigorously testing all the systems beforehand. Overall we’re very pleased with how things went.”
The final Formula E pre-season test takes place at Donington Park on August 19 with free admission to the public. Some 4000 fans have already pre-registered their interest for the last opportunity to see the cars and drivers before the season opener.
Source; FIA Formula E
