Lucas Di Grassi Tests Next-Gen Formula E Car, Praises Blazing Speed
Lucas Di Grassi recently took the wheel of the GEN4 Evo car during a test session in Spain. The Lola Yamaha ABT driver completed approximately 70 laps at Circuit Andalucía to evaluate the new machine. Di Grassi emerged from the test thoroughly impressed by the car's sheer pace and performance capabilities.
Driver Shares Enthusiastic Review on Social Media
Following his test session, Di Grassi posted video footage from the run on his Instagram account. He accompanied the clip with an enthusiastic caption that read: "This thing is FAST! 70+ laps with @lola_yamaha_abt at testing means we are getting a lot of useful information. I am, and you will be impressed with the pure speed of #GEN4."
The Formula E official account responded to the video with a playful "dayyyyummm," while fans flooded the comments section with their reactions. One supporter suggested moving races to Sundays, while another commented on the car's impressive appearance. A third fan noted that the category appears to be getting more serious with this evolution.
Anticipation Builds for GEN4's Official Debut
The GEN4 Evo represents the next generation of Formula E machinery, scheduled to debut in Season 13. Currently, drivers compete in GEN3 Evo cars that have already established Formula E as a major force in global motorsport. The GEN3 Evo boasts impressive acceleration capabilities, reaching 0-60 km/h faster than Formula 1 cars and achieving top speeds exceeding 300 km/h.
Di Grassi's test provides valuable insights as teams prepare for the transition to the new generation of electric racing vehicles. The Brazilian driver's extensive experience makes his assessment particularly noteworthy for the championship.
Di Grassi's Formula E Career and Current Season
Lucas Di Grassi stands as one of Formula E's most experienced competitors, currently competing in his 12th season. The 41-year-old Brazilian recently achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first driver to complete 5,000 laps in the championship's history.
His current season has experienced a mixed start. Di Grassi failed to finish his home race in Sao Paulo and placed 13th in Mexico. The driver now looks ahead to the Miami E-Prix on January 31, where he aims for a strong performance after securing second place at Homestead-Miami Speedway last year.
The GEN4 Evo test represents an important step forward for both Di Grassi and the championship as Formula E continues to evolve and push the boundaries of electric motorsport technology.
