As Formula E prepares for its next race in Misano, a new group of drivers are preparing to take the wheel of the advanced GEN3 cars. This Friday will feature a 30-minute Rookie Free Practice session, where each of the 11 World Championship teams will field a ‘rookie’ driver. These drivers, who may have prior experience with Formula E machinery, must not appear on the Season 10 Entry List and must not have competed in a Formula E race before. This initiative aims to provide a pathway for promising young talent to ascend to the pinnacle of electric motorsport.
Meet the Rookies
Tim Tramnitz – ABT CUPRA
German racer Tim Tramnitz returns to ABT CUPRA, having previously impressed during last season’s tests. A member of the Red Bull Junior Team and Motorsport Team Germany, Tramnitz is actively competing in FIA Formula 3. “I especially like working with the engineers when we analyse all the data. It’s much more comprehensive than in Formula 3. I can learn a lot,” he said.
Tim Tramnitz returns to Formula E for ABT CUPRA.
— ABT Motorsport (@abtmotorsport) April 3, 2024
Read more: https://t.co/LiAlOtjboR#ABTCUPRAFE #ABT #FormulaE #MisanoEPrix pic.twitter.com/hGcHpAlYgs
Zane Maloney – Andretti
Zane Maloney, hailing from Barbados, will drive Andretti’s Porsche 99X Electric. Maloney, who is also the team’s official Reserve and Development Driver, is currently leading the 2024 Formula 2 championship after a successful start in Bahrain.
Smile if you’re driving a @FIAFormulaE car today 😆⚡️ pic.twitter.com/kNA4mDxhkj
— Andretti Formula E (@AndrettiFE) April 12, 2024
Robert Shwartzman – DS PENSKE
At DS PENSKE, Robert Shwartzman takes the wheel, bringing experience from his roles with Scuderia Ferrari F1 and the World Endurance Championship. Shwartzman’s previous stints in the GEN3 car during pre-season tests make him a seasoned participant.
DS PENSKE is pleased to announce that Robert Shwartzman will once again be behind the wheel of the DS E-TENSE FE23 for the in-season rookie session on 12 April 2024 at the legendary Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli! ⚡️😎#DSPENSKE#dsperformance pic.twitter.com/Kxt3xpA44y
— DS PENSKE FORMULA E TEAM (@ds_penske_fe) April 8, 2024
Paul Aron – Envision Racing
Paul Aron, one of the most exciting prospects in single-seater racing, joins Envision Racing. Currently second in the Formula 2 standings, Aron is slated to make his Formula E race debut next month. “It’s a great opportunity to race for Envision Racing in Berlin. I’m very much looking forward to experiencing Formula E for the first time,” Aron remarked.
Racing for us in Berlin! 🤝
— Envision Racing (@Envision_Racing) April 11, 2024
We are pleased to welcome Paul Aron to the team, as he will step into the car to make his Formula E debut for the two rounds of the Berlin E-Prix.
The Estonian will now also be taking part in the Rookie Session in Misano.
🇪🇪 Welcome, @PaulAron16! 👊 pic.twitter.com/5Mg7dbnDXC
Mikel Azcona – ERT
Mikel Azcona returns to ERT, ready to leverage his extensive touring car experience. “It’s my first time driving a single-seater since 2012. I really want to improve my skills and learn about this new technology,” he stated.
We’re pleased to announce @mazconaoficial will continue behind the wheel of the ERT X24 for the @FIAFormulaE Season 10 Rookie Tests in Misano and Berlin. 🙌 Catch him in action during the FP0 session in Misano on April 12th! 🇮🇹
— ERT Formula E Team (@ERTFormulaETeam) April 9, 2024
Welcome back, Mikel! ⚡️#MisanoEPrix #ERTFE… pic.twitter.com/ysmif5Qizn
Sheldon van der Linde – Jaguar TCS Racing
South African racer Sheldon van der Linde has an impressive resume, with the 2022 DTM Championship under his belt and considerable experience in sportscar racing. His previous tests with Jaguar in Formula E have demonstrated his quick adaptation and speed, qualities that he will once again bring to the fore in Misano.
Welcome back @SheldonvdLinde 🤝
— Jaguar TCS Racing (@JaguarRacing) April 8, 2024
Sheldon will be behind the wheel of the I-TYPE 6 in Misano for his third rookie test taking part in Friday’s FP0 session 🙌 #MisanoEPrix🇮🇹 pic.twitter.com/wvUaKf7rkk
Jordan King – Mahindra Racing
Jordan King will represent Mahindra Racing, bringing years of single-seater experience. King has been integral to Mahindra Racing’s simulator work since 2021.
Jordan King (@42jordanking) will make his @FIAFormulaE debut for Mahindra Racing at the Berlin E-Prix next month as he substitutes for Nyck de Vries.
— Mahindra Racing (@MahindraRacing) April 11, 2024
Jordan will also be in the car for Free Practice 0 tomorrow in Misano.
Yann Ehrlacher – Maserati MSG Racing
Yann Ehrlacher, with his background in the World Touring Car Cup, aims to further his expertise in electric racing with Maserati MSG Racing. “I’m excited to get back behind the wheel of a Formula E car this weekend,” Ehrlacher shared.
We’re so happy to have the amazing two-time World Touring Car champion with us for FP0 tomorrow! @YannEhrlacher
— Maserati MSG Racing (@maseratimsg) April 11, 2024
Make sure you follow along! 👀#maseratimsg #MisanoEPrix pic.twitter.com/D380tghqFC
Taylor Barnard – NEOM McLaren
Young British driver Taylor Barnard continues with NEOM McLaren, having debuted in the Formula E Valencia Pre-Season Test last year. Barnard is also progressing in his single-seater career, currently competing in FIA Formula 2.
Who’s excited to see Taylor hit the track tomorrow? 🤩
— NEOM McLaren FE (@McLarenFE) April 11, 2024
Rookie Free Practice begins at 14:30 (local time). ⚡️#MisanoEPrix pic.twitter.com/PrPr0uS9gi
Caio Collet – Nissan
Brazilian driver Caio Collet, the team’s official Reserve and Simulator Driver, looks forward to translating his simulator practice into real-world performance. “I’m really looking forward to FP0 and the whole weekend with the team,” he said.
Matt Campbell – TAG Heuer Porsche
Australian driver Matt Campbell has proven his mettle in sportscar racing with victories at prestigious events like the Daytona 24 Hours and Bathurst 12 Hours. His transition to Formula E is highly anticipated, as he brings his sharp racing instincts and high-performance track record to the electric racing scene.
On 12 April, @mattcampbell22_ will be our rookie driver in the FP0 session at the 2024 #MisanoEPrix.
— TAG Heuer Porsche FE Team (@PorscheFormulaE) April 4, 2024
In 2013, Matt sat in a #Porsche race car for the first time. He became a Porsche Junior in 2017 and is currently a Porsche works driver for the #PorschePenskeMotorsport team.… pic.twitter.com/cFVw3xTsYQ
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