Formula E returns to the USA with exciting move to Miami International Autodrome for Round 3

Nick Cassidy currently leads the Drivers’ FIA World Championship standings, following an amazing victory for Citroën Racing in just their second race. The driver from New Zealand has hit the ground running with the French manufacturer, picking up two podiums in the first two races after excellent comeback drives up the grid. With two rounds down, after a stunning season opener in São Paulo and a magical masterclass in Mexico City, all eyes are on Miami. 
 
This will be the third running of the Miami E-Prix, with the inaugural event being held in 2015 and using the Biscayne Bay Street Circuit in the heart of downtown. It was won by Nico Prost for e.dams Renault and was only the fifth race in the history of the championship that this month celebrated the 150th event in Mexico City. Jean-Eric Vergne, now at Citroën Racing, secured the Julius Baer Pole Position for Andretti Autosport and Scott Speed recorded the only podium for a US driver in Formula E when he finished second at his home race. 
 
The championship then returned a decade later for last year’s event at the Homestead-Miami Speedway, which saw Pascal Wehrlein win and his then teammate Antonio Felix da Costa classify third for Porsche Formula E Team, with Lucas di Grassi scoring a maiden podium for the Lola Yamaha ABT team when he finished second. Norman Nato (Nissan Formula E Team) also managed his first Formula E pole position. 
 
Now back for a third time, the paddock will be racing at the Miami International Autodrome on a circuit that features a total track length of 2.32km long and consists of 14 turns. This venue will be familiar to some of the grid, after it hosted the inaugural EVO Sessions in 2025, where some of the biggest names in entertainment and sport got the chance to experience the GEN3 Evo machinery.

Pablo Martino, FIA Head of Formula E, said: “Racing in Miami always feels special and we are convinced the adaptations we’ve done to the Hard Rock layout, together with Formula E, will produce a great show. The Rookie Free Practive also provides an opportunity for new drivers to gain valuable track time within a race weekend environment, while also allowing teams to assess them and further develop their working relationships. This is a clear added value, especially given that Formula E has its own driving characteristics and track time is fundamental. We look forward to seeing new faces at the wheel of GEN3 Evo, as well as more familiar ones, continue their development.”

Taylor Barnard, No.77, DS PENSKE, said: “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. That result only made us hungrier – the ultimate goal next weekend is to fight for the podium.”

Nick Cassidy, No.37, Citroën Racing, said: “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. 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. 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.”

11 DRIVERS TAKE TO THE TRACK FOR ROOKIE FREE PRACTICE
Ahead of the Miami E-Prix, the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship will host a 40-minute Rookie Free Practice on Friday 30 January. Following the success of previous sessions in Rome, Misano and Jeddah, the event returns and allows ‘rookie’ drivers a chance to get behind the wheel of the current generation of Formula E cars, the GEN3 Evo.

This initiative follows the second Women’s Test Formula E held over Valencia Pre-Season Testing in October, and further emphasises Formula E and the FIA’s dedication to creating diverse and inclusive pathways for the next generation of racing drivers. The full line-up can be found below.

 
FIA GIRLS ON TRACK AT THE 2026 MIAMI E-PRIX
Reaffirming its commitment to education and gender inclusivity in motor sport, the FIA Girls on Track initiative for Season 12 is aiming to reach even more young women in every race market, supporting the growing demand of young women who are seeking opportunities and support to pursue careers in motorsport. FIA Girls on Track activity for the 2026 Miami E-Prix includes hosting up to 120 young women for its FIA Girls on Track programme across the race week. Attendees will participate in workshops, gaming, career talks and a Pit Lane Walk, promoting empowerment and education in motorsport and engineering.

2026 MIAMI E-PRIX TIMETABLE            
Friday 30 January            
Starts    Ends    Length     Activity
14:30    15:10    00:40    ROOKIE FREE PRACTICE
16:30    17:10    00:40    FREE PRACTICE 1
            
Saturday 31 January            
Starts    Ends    Length     Activity
07:30    08:10    00:40    FREE PRACTICE 2
09:40    09:50    00:10    QUALIFYING Group A
09:55    10:05    00:10    QUALIFYING Group B
10:15    10:27    00:12    QUARTER FINAL
10:31    10:39    00:08    SEMI FINAL
10:43    10:48    00:05    FINAL
≈14:05            RACE (39 LAPS)

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