Formula e Tokyo 2024

Formula E Tokyo Prix 2024: A Historic First for Japan

What is Formula E?
Formula E is an all-electric racing series that brings high-speed motorsport to city streets worldwide. Launched in 2014, it aims to promote sustainable innovation and clean energy in racing. Unlike traditional motorsports, Formula E cars use battery-powered electric engines, making them quieter and eco-friendly while delivering thrilling wheel-to-wheel action.

The championship features Attack Mode, allowing drivers to gain extra power for a limited time, and FanBoost, where fans vote to give selected drivers an additional energy boost. With races held in major cities like London, Berlin, and now Tokyo, Formula E is redefining the future of motorsport.

On March 30, 2024, Tokyo hosted its first-ever Formula E race, marking a significant milestone for electric motorsport in Japan. The Tokyo E-Prix transformed the streets of Ariake into a high-speed circuit, showcasing the latest advancements in sustainable racing technology.

Race Summary
The race took place on the Tokyo Street Circuit, a 2.585 km (1.606 mi) track, with drivers completing 35 laps. The competition was fierce, with Maximilian Günther securing victory for Maserati, overtaking Oliver Rowland (Nissan) in the final stages after a strategic energy-saving approach. Jake Dennis (Andretti-Porsche) rounded out the podium in third place.

Key Moments:
Lap 1: Oliver Rowland, starting from pole position, defended his lead against a strong challenge from Edoardo Mortara.

Lap 10: Attack Mode strategies came into play, with Rowland and Mortara activating their boosts, shuffling positions with Günther.

Lap 27: Günther recorded the fastest lap of the race at 1:19.731, setting himself up for a late charge.

Final Lap: Günther executed a decisive overtake on Rowland, securing victory in a dramatic finish.

Race facts:
First Formula E race in Japan: Tokyo became the first Japanese city to host a Formula E event, fulfilling a long-held ambition of the series.

Oliver Rowland’s dominance in qualifying: Rowland secured his seventh pole position in Formula E, maintaining an unbeaten record in qualifying duels in 2024.

Historic win for Maserati: Günther’s victory marked Maserati’s 10th win in Formula E, including its predecessor team Venturi.

Longest-running drivers: Jean-Eric Vergne and Sebastien Buemi surpassed 10,000 race kilometers in Formula E.

Race Statistics:
Pole Position: Oliver Rowland (1:19.023)

Fastest Lap: Maximilian Günther (1:19.731 on Lap 27)

Winning Time: 53:34.665

Average Speed: 101.202 km/h

Total Distance: 90.370 km (56.219 mi)