Bridgestone will return to an FIA world championship as Formula E’s tyre supplier from the 2026/27 season, announced at the World Premiere event in Rome.

The deal makes Bridgestone the series’ sole tyre partner from 2026, marking its first world championship involvement since exiting Formula 1 in 2010. The move underlines Formula E’s growth as a top-tier electric category and follows its ongoing Formula E series evolution.

The Gen4 car debuts next season with a 335 km/h top speed and peak output of 815 horsepower. Permanent active all-wheel drive and 0–100 km/h in 1.8 seconds raise tyre demands significantly.

Bridgestone’s response is the Potenza Gen4 tyre, developed for grip, durability, and consistency across diverse circuits and climates. The design targets stable operating windows and predictable feedback for drivers.

For the first time in Formula E, a dedicated wet option arrives: the “Potenza Gen4 for Typhoon.” It targets heavy-rain performance and standing-water clearance, addressing a persistent driver request.

Bridgestone says up to 65% of each tyre uses recycled and renewable materials. That includes carbon black from tyre-derived pyrolysis oils and silica from rice husk ash.

Natural rubber is sourced through suppliers validated by Bridgestone’s due diligence and the GPSNR Assurance System. Production uses renewable energy, with logistics planned to cut transport emissions.

Global CEO Yasuhiro Morita frames the return as a logical step for Bridgestone, aligning heritage with future-focused engineering. The stated goal balances elite performance with credible sustainability.

Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds welcomes Bridgestone as sole supplier, highlighting motorsport pedigree and forward-looking sustainable innovation. He expects the tyres to support Gen4’s performance ceiling and efficiency targets.

Competitive implications are clear. A robust all-weather package and a true wet tyre should stabilise racing quality across conditions, while Gen4’s performance uplift places tyre management at the core of strategy.

As suppliers and teams adapt, Bridgestone’s technology becomes a key variable in execution and consistency. The partnership strengthens Formula E’s push for faster, cleaner, and more credible electric racing.

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