Porsche Prepares for Historic Berlin E-Prix with Record-Setting Driver

In a significant event for the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team, the Berlin E-Prix, scheduled for July 12-13, 2025, marks a pivotal moment in the 2024/2025 Formula E season. Berlin, known for its rich tradition in motorsport, serves as the home venue for Porsche, which has achieved remarkable success at this location, particularly through driver António Félix da Costa. Since the inception of the E-Prix in 2015, no other venue has hosted more races, with Berlin being the only city to consistently appear on the race calendar.

Porsche's success at the Berlin E-Prix is underscored by da Costa's impressive track record, having celebrated three victories in 19 appearances at the Tempelhof Airport circuit, including a win in 2024 which marked Porsche's first home victory. Currently, da Costa is ranked third in the drivers' standings, while his teammate, Pascal Wehrlein, holds the second position. The TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team leads the teams' standings, closely followed by Nissan, which leads the manufacturers' standings by a narrow margin of three points.

The Berlin E-Prix presents unique challenges for the teams, particularly due to the circuit's unconventional surface—comprised of concrete slabs rather than traditional asphalt—which demands meticulous tire management. "The track is challenging, particularly the concrete slabs and the rough surface. You need the right set-up and to get the tire management spot on," stated Florian Modlinger, Director of Factory Motorsport Formula E at Porsche. The temporary circuit's layout can be modified, providing opportunities for strategic adjustments.

This year, the Berlin E-Prix is expected to draw around 25,000 spectators, including a significant number of Porsche employees, eager to support their team. The event not only showcases the excitement of Formula E racing but also emphasizes Porsche's commitment to sustainability and innovation in motorsport. The integration of advanced technologies, such as the CCS rapid charging system used in the Porsche 99X Electric race car, highlights the brand's commitment to electric mobility.

Following the race weekend, Porsche will conduct a Rookie Test featuring two promising drivers, Ayhancan Güven and Elia Weiss. Güven, a DTM race winner, and Weiss, at just 16 years old, represent the future of Porsche in motorsport, with both drivers gaining valuable experience behind the wheel of the Porsche factory cars.

In conclusion, as Porsche heads into the Berlin E-Prix, the team is not only focused on securing victories but also on demonstrating the potential of electric racing in transforming the automotive landscape. The outcomes of this event could significantly impact the championship standings as the season approaches its conclusion, making it a critical juncture for both Porsche and its competitors in the Formula E championship.