Formula E is back in Miami! However, this season the race-day takes place at Miami International Autodrome. The change of scenery is not unpopular to motorsport fans, and an action-packed race-day can be expected under the sun in Florida.
Three circuits in three seasons – three times is a charm?
Miami has been on the Formula E calendar from the very first season, at the Biscayne Bay Street Circuit. Nicholas Prost won the inaugural round, as pole-sitter Jean-Éric Vergne, who is now with Citroën Racing, had to cut his race short. Miami was then taken off the calendar until season 11. At Homestead-Miami Speedway, it was Pascal Wehrlein, who had won the E-Prix in 2025 with TAG Heuer Porsche.
As last year’s circuit proved to be difficult for the electric speed, ABB Formula E changed the location to Miami International Autodrome.
The circuit surrounds the Hard Rock Stadium. Compared to Formula 1, Formula E deals with shorter distances, therefore the circuit-length was adjusted to 2.32km. Multiple straights and 14 Turns will make it challenging for the drivers to strategize their energy-use. Especially the hairpin Turn 13 after a long straight will be providing drama on track.
Last year – “Super chaotic race”
The race at Homestead-Miami Speedway place after a ten year break, and was therefore special for the drivers and teams. Nissan Formula E Team’s Norman Nato earned his maiden-pole that weekend, and began the race with a strong performance. However, Mahindra Racing’s Nyck de Vries seized his opportunity, making a risky overtake, snatching the lead from Nato. TAG Heuer Porsche’s António Félix da Costa and Envision Racings’s Robin Frijns passed Nato.
Jean-Éric Vergne made contact with Lola Yamaha ABT’s Lucas di Grassi 9 laps into the session, recovered, however.
Three laps later, de Vries took the lead from Nato, who managed to progress to the top. In the meanwhile, did Cupra Kiro’s David Beckmann and Jaguar TCR Racing’s, now with Citroën Racing, Nick Cassidy receive black-and-white warning flags, as they repeatedly violated the track limits.
Beckman, however, was forced to retire, as he was suffering from technical issues.
TAG Heuer Porsche’s Pascal Wehrlein took the lead from teammate da Costa on lap 16, who not a lap later, retook the lead. However, as the teammates were battling it out at the front, did de Vries trigger the Yellow Flag, as he stopped mid-race. Luckily, he managed to recover.
The turning point of the session was as a three-car-crash happened at the chicane, triggering a Red Flag. Maserati MSG Racing’s Jack Hughes went in too deep and made contact with the wall – Maximilian Günther, DS Penske, right behind him, collapsed with the Briton. Jaguar TCR Racing’s Mitch Evans joined the pack.
The restart turned into a four-laps sprint, where the drivers had to finish their ATTACK mode before crossing the line, changing everyone’s strategy. It was Nato, who crossed the finish-line first, although, as he was still actively using ATTACK mode, he received a time-penalty. Four other drivers, had been given this post-race penalty as well.
Wehrlein won the at the E-Prix in Miami, followed by di Grassi and da Costa.
Mexico E-Prix 2025
In Mexico City in the beginning of January, the drivers saw a chaotic race unfolding. While it started with technical issues with Mahindra, pole-sitter Sébastien Buemi struggled to launch into Turn 1. Young driver, Taylor Barnard, took this to his advantage and grabbed the race lead with DS Penske.
The race took a nasty turn, as de Vries had to stop mid-race. Full Course Yellow changed the strategy of every team as they had to reevaluate their energy-use. Throughout the race, three drivers had to cut the session short. Jaguar TCR Racing’s driver António Félix Da Costa had collapsed with DS Penske driver Maximilian Günther, and Citroën Racing driver Vergne. The Portuguese unfortunately spun off-track. Cupra Kiro’s Dan Ticktum had taken advantage of that scene leading to him retire the session. Nick Cassidy had won the second round of the season with Citroën Racing, as Barnard had accumulated a time-penalty for violating the track-limits. Nissan Formula E Team’s Oliver Rowland and Mahindra’s Edoardo Mortara followed him closely.
All eyes on (another) podium – but who will be able to perform masterclass in Miami?
In the immediate press release by ABB Formula E FIA World Championship, the drivers and teams have been looking with confidence on performing at their very best at the new track. All eyes are on Nick Cassidy, who won with Citroën Racing’s first E-Prix, in the beginning of January.
“I’m really excited to be racing at the Miami International Autodrome, it’s always something special heading to a new venue for the first time,” he stated, “We’ve had a strong start to the season, especially with the win in Mexico City, and the momentum within the Citroën Racing team is really encouraging.”
The New Zealander had shown great skill at the dramatic race, proving his ability to perform, now he wants to continue his successful streak, looking forward to the new track.
“Everyone’s pushing hard, the energy is high, and our focus is on continuing to build on that start and to deliver another solid result in Miami.”
Taylor Barnard had almost gotten his first podium with DS Penske in Mexico but then received a time-penalty. Now the young Briton is confident to succeed at the new venue.
“I am super excited to be racing in Miami, especially at such a mythic venue as the Miami International Autodrome. We have worked extremely hard to prepare for this race, and finishing P4 in Mexico City showed that we have strong pace and we are heading in the right direction.”
Currently he is sixth in the standing with 12 points, 4 ahead of his teammate Günther. The Briton is now in his third season with DS Penske, eager to perform better with every race.
“That result only made us hungrier – the ultimate goal next weekend is to fight for the podium.”
What can we expect?
According to the last couple of races, definitely not a calm race.
On Friday, ABB Formula E FIA World Championship will be hosting a Rookie Free Practice, where talented drivers get the chance to test the full-electric motorsport series. Eleven drivers will take part, including Cupra Kiro’s Rookie Pepe Martí.
As it stands, Cassidy, Andretti’s Jake Dennis, and Rowland are dominating the standings, leaving a 9 point gap to Wehrlein. Citroën Racing had a brilliant start into the season, will they extend their success-streak in round 3? We will see on Saturday.
