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Trend Micro – Official Cybersecurity Partner of the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team
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Acceleration
Resilience is the key to success. United in purpose, Trend and NEOM McLaren foster innovation and enhance cyber resilience, bringing you the power of technology that drives performance.
Excellence
Excellence is an ongoing journey. Powered by data, performance, and ever-evolving innovation, our forward-looking technology has got you covered – from one finish line to the next.
The Future
Our innovation lays the foundation for a better future. Helping organisations take control of their cyber resilience through a proactive, risk-based approach to cybersecurity is the driving force in securing the future for both our customers and society.
GEN3 EVO ERA
Peak performance for a perfect match
200mph
Top speed
1.82secs
0-60 mph acceleration
30%
Faster than an F1 car
36%
Faster than the GEN3 edition
Meet the NEOM McLaren team and drivers
Why did Trend choose Formula E?
Formula E embodies the future of motor racing and aligns with our focus on technological innovation. Positioned as the next evolution in single-seat, open-cockpit racing, Formula E combines high-speed excitement with a commitment to sustainability through electric racing. Competing in iconic cities worldwide, the series aims to educate and inspire about electric mobility, driving innovation and accelerating the global adoption of electric vehicles in the fight against climate change.
What is Formula E?
Formula E is an electric, open-wheel, single-seater World Championship with innovation and sustainability at its core. The series races in some of the world’s most iconic cities, aiming to educate, excite, and inspire about the electrification of racing and mobility in the highest class of competition for electrically powered cars.
What speed can FE cars achieve?
Formula E cars are the fastest regulated electric road-course racing vehicles in the world. The latest GEN3 Evo edition marks a significant leap in electric racing technology. It can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 1.82 seconds (0-100 kph in 1.86 seconds), making it 30% faster than a current Formula 1 car and 36% faster than the GEN3 model.
Technical enhancements in the GEN3 Evo include:
- All-wheel drive (AWD) for improved traction and performance
- Optimised all-weather Hankook iON tires, delivering 5-10% more grip
- A stronger, more aerodynamic body kit, designed to be robust and efficient
- Performance upgrades offering an estimated 2% improvement over the GEN3 model.
With these advancements, the estimated top speed of the GEN3 Evo is 322 km/h (200 mph).
What car is used in Formula E?
The GEN3 Evo, equipped with a set of innovative technical upgrades, will make its debut in Season 11 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. This car boasts enhanced aerodynamics, improved efficiency, and superior performance, enabling higher speeds and more dynamic racing. It exemplifies the latest advancements in electric vehicle technology for motorsport.
With an estimated top speed of 322 km/h (200 mph) and acceleration from 0-60 mph in just 1.82 seconds—30% faster than a current F1 car—the GEN3 Evo is built for speed and innovation. It also introduces ultra-fast charging, designed to allow for a 600 kW charge in just 30 second. Additionally, its optimised 600 kW regenerative braking system generates nearly 50% of the energy required for a race while on the track.
The Gen4 car is planned for introduction in Season 13 (2026–27).
What is a typical race day format?
A typical Formula E race includes Free Practice 1, Free Practice 2, Qualifying, and the race itself. Each practice session lasts 30 minutes. Free Practice 1 usually occurs on Friday afternoon, with Free Practice 2 on Saturday morning. Drivers can use the full qualifying power output (350 kW) during these sessions. On doubleheader weekends, an additional practice session happens on Sunday morning.
Qualifying, or "quali," takes about an hour. Drivers are split into two groups based on their championship standings. Each group has a 10-minute session at 300 kW, and the top 4 from each group advance to the "duels," where they race head-to-head at 350 kW. The final duel winner starts in pole position, with other positions determined by their performance in the duels and group stages.
Races have a set lap distance, with extra laps added for every four laps under a safety car or full course yellow. Pit stops are rare, only needed for punctures or repairs, as the all-weather tires are designed to last the entire race.
What is Attack Mode and Attack Charge?
In Formula E, cars start the race without enough battery power to complete the full course. Drivers rely on regenerative braking and Attack Mode to recharge their batteries and make it to the finish line.
Attack Mode, introduced in Season 5, provides a temporary power boost but requires drivers to pass through an off-line Activation Zone, which can cost them track position. Strategic use of Attack Mode is a critical element of race strategy.
In Season 11, a new feature called “Attack Charge” will debut. Drivers must take a mandatory 30-second pit stop to add 4 kWh of energy, which unlocks two enhanced Attack Mode boosts. Previously, cars were capped at a maximum power output of 300 kW (402 bhp) during races, making this new feature a game-changer for race tactics.
How do the points work in Formula E?
Formula E follows a standard points system – awarding points to the top 10 finishers.
1st, 25 points
2nd, 18 points
3rd, 15 points
4th, 12 points
5th, 10 points
6th, 8 points
7th, 6 points
8th, 4 points
9th, 2 points
10th, 1 points