FIA to crack down on team collusion in Formula E from next season
The FIA will enforce its sporting regulations more strictly in Formula E’s Gen4 era to clamp down on teams colluding to “manipulate” races. Manufacturers in Formula E hold significant influence over their customer teams, with some agreements extending far beyond the supply of powertrains. This was particularly evident in last weekend’s London finale, when Cupra Kiro driver Dan Ticktum ... Keep…
The FIA plans to enforce stricter regulations in Formula E's Gen4 era to combat team collusion aimed at manipulating races. Although team orders will still be permitted, any coordinated instructions or agreements between teams competing under the same manufacturer that interfere with race action or influence the result of a race are prohibited.
This new rule targets instances where manufacturer influence extends beyond supplying powertrains, as seen in the London finale where Cupra Kiro driver Dan Ticktum allegedly slowed down to help factory Porsche driver Pascal Wehrlein in the final duel. The FIA's General Provisions for the 2026-27 season, published in June, include a direct clause prohibiting such team collusion.
Team orders will not be banned, but overt coordination between two or more teams will be strictly enforced. The FIA will strictly enforce existing provisions against manipulating competition, focusing on radio communications and post-race evidence to detect potential manipulation.
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