American Driver Jak Crawford Among Three Additions to Formula E Rookie Test

American Driver Jak Crawford Among Three Additions to Formula E Rookie Test

By Michael Anderson

February 7, 2025 at 02:27 AM

Formula E expands its rookie test lineup with Crawford, Calderon, and Preining completing the 11-driver roster for the upcoming Jeddah E-Prix free practice session on February 13.

Racing driver smiling in firesuit

Racing driver smiling in firesuit

Jak Crawford, Andretti's reserve and development driver, returns to Formula E testing but will experience the new GEN3 Evo cars for the first time. The American driver, who has two Formula 2 wins and is part of Aston Martin's F1 Development Program, previously tested for Andretti in Berlin last season.

Tatiana Calderon joins Lola Yamaha Abt following her recent test with Maserati MSG Racing. Currently competing in IMSA's GTD class, Calderon brings fresh perspective to the team's development efforts.

Thomas Preining, Porsche's factory driver and 2023 DTM champion, completes the lineup for TAG Heuer Porsche. His extensive experience includes previous Formula E tests in Berlin and Marrakesh.

Complete Jeddah E-Prix FP0 Lineup:

  • Andretti: Jak Crawford
  • Cupra Kiro: Mikkel Jensen
  • DS Penske: Daniil Kvyat
  • Envision Racing: Zak O'Sullivan
  • Jaguar TCS Racing: Jamie Chadwick
  • Lola Yamaha Abt: Tatiana Calderon
  • Mahindra Racing: Kush Maini
  • Maserati MSG Racing: Théo Pourchaire
  • NEOM McLaren: Alex Dunne
  • Nissan Formula E Team: Gabriele Mini
  • TAG Heuer Porsche: Thomas Preining

The 40-minute session will precede the season's first doubleheader event, providing valuable data for teams while offering drivers crucial experience with Formula E machinery.

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