Ahead of the return of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on December 6, Hankook Tire & Technology will showcase its technology during pre-season testing in Valencia, Spain, this week as it embarks on its fourth and final season as Formula E’s exclusive tire supplier and official technology partner.
In the upcoming season 12, Hankook will again equip all teams with the championship-proven Gen3 Evo iON Race tire. Built to deliver consistent grip, efficiency and durability, the tire has powered Formula E since Season 9 without a tire-related incident.
For drivers and engineers alike, the Valencia Pre-Season Testing represents a critical opportunity to refine setups and coordination before the season opener. Twenty drivers from 10 teams will run intensive sessions with the Gen3 Evo car and Hankook’s proven iON Race tire, generating valuable data on vehicle dynamics and tire performance.
DS Penske’s Maximilian Günther noted, “Following my victory at the Season 10 Tokyo E-Prix, I was able to secure another triumph at the Season 11 Jeddah E-Prix. The Gen3 Evo iON Race tire consistently demonstrated exceptional performance, delivering remarkable grip and precise handling, even under the most demanding driving conditions. This high level of performance enabled us to maintain stability and competitiveness throughout the entire race. As we will be using the same tire this season, I am eager to build on this momentum and strive for yet another victory.”
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