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On the eve of the 8th Monaco E-Prix, which takes place on Saturday in the Principality, the 22 Formula E drivers spoke at length on Friday in front of microphones and cameras, focusing on two key themes: energy management and race strategy. Here is an overview of their impressions ahead of the first laps, scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 a.m.
“We’ll have to get up very early, around 5 am, but it’s worth it. It’s a privilege to drive here in Monaco. This is the race I used to watch when I was a kid, and it always made me dream,” said Pascal Wehrlein (TAG Heuer Porsche), the reigning World Champion and current runner-up in the standings, behind Oliver Rowland (Nissan), thanks to his victory in the previous round in Miami.
“It’s going to be a long day, and the next day we’ll have to do it all over again, so it’ll be tiring,” added the German driver about the 9th Monaco E-Prix, scheduled for Sunday at the same time as the 8th edition on Saturday: start at 3:04 pm, local time, but without a mandatory pit stop to recharge 15% of the batteries. New for 2025, Pit Boost will be in effect on Saturday for the first time in Formula E, adding an extra element of uncertainty to an already unpredictable category.
Two seconds faster per lap with the Gen3 Evo?
“We’ll have a window of a few laps to stop and recharge, which is when most of the overtaking will take place, because the rest of the time we’ll be able to drive much faster, as we’ll have less energy to save, and there will be less overtaking on the track,” predicts Sébastien Buemi (Envision Racing), who knows a thing or two about Formula E: he has competed in 132 E-Prix since Season 1 and won one title, in 2016.
“In Miami, we were much better in terms of performance, so I hope that will continue. And the new cars (Gen3 Evo) are much faster, as are the tires, so I think we can gain two seconds per lap here in Monaco compared to last year’s times,” says the Swiss driver, four-time winner of Le Mans 24 Hours and a pole position specialist in Formula E. He has already secured 16 to his name, compared to 17 for Jean-Eric Vergne, aka “JEV.”
France’s Vergne (DS Penske) is the only two-time world champion in the history of Formula E. For him, “anything is possible and you have to be able to change your plans all the time, depending on external factors. The most important thing is to start at the front, like the Jaguar drivers did last year, because that avoids suffering when starting further back on the grid.” And ‘JEV’ added with a smile: “Some drivers are really dangerous, because only half of their brain is connected, but I won’t give names…” In 2024, the 7th Monaco E-Prix ended with a Jaguar one-two, Mitch Evans ahead of Nick Cassidy, after the green cars had started from the front row.
Will Nato get his revenge?
Penalized with a ten-second penalty in Miami after the checkered flag, which cost him the victory, Norman Nato (Nissan) has fond memories of Monaco, where he won the Monaco Kart Cup when he was younger. He has only won once in Formula E, in Berlin in 2021, but he was the best on the track in Miami, starting from pole position, and was the victim of the rules: due to a safety car deployment, he was unable to use up his Attack Mode credit, the period during which drivers have extra power. Nato is convinced that he still has a “very effective package this weekend in Monaco,” as is his teammate Oliver Rowland, leader of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. “We have a good level of performance and we can’t play it safe anymore,” said the Antibes native on Friday. He is 17th in the championship at the halfway point, so he really has nothing to lose.
Nico Müller, the Andretti Racing driver, summed up the situation perfectly during the outdoor press conference for radio and television on Quai Antoine 1er, right next to the Fan Village: “Saturday will be about strategy, and Sunday will be about energy,” said the Swiss driver about the big difference to expect from these two Formula E races on the same weekend, a first for the Principality. Saturday’s race will be totally unpredictable because of, or thanks to, the Pit Boost. Sunday’s race will be more traditional, without the Pit Boost, when it will be crucial to save energy. There is a third variable that may need to be taken into account on Sunday: the weather, if it decides to play a role in the final result, as it often does in Monaco.
The 8th Monaco E-Prix, the 6th round of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship 2024/25, will start on Saturday at 3:04 p.m. CET.
Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM) is offering a double dose of Formula E this week-end in the streets of the Principality: two full days of fierce battle, in practice and then in the race (3.04pm each day), for the new 4th generation single-seaters (Gen3 Evo) entered in motorsport’s most environmentally-friendly category. This is the first time that Monaco has hosted two rounds of an FIA World Championship on the same weekend, thanks in no small part to the total involvement of the ACM’s 710 world-renowned volunteer stewards.
Three weeks before the Formula 1 TAG Heuer Grand Prix de Monaco, fans will flock to the legendary circuit (3.337 km, 19 corners) for rounds 6 and 7 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. This is an authentic family event, with grandstand tickets ranging from 30 to 45 euros, and free entry for youngsters under 16 accompanied by an adult. And the cheapest 2-Day Passes cost 50 euros (25 euros/day), with permanent access to the Fan Village where a wide range of activities are planned, around sustainable development and the presence of women in motor sport (Girls on Track).
Eight World Champions on the grid!
On paper, several favourites stand out, as they have animated the start of this Season 11… or the previous ten. First up is Britain’s Oliver Rowland (Nissan), leading the championship with 69 points, and both TAG Heuer Porsche drivers, Portugal’s António Félix da Costa (54 points) and Germany’s Pascal Wehrlein (51 points), a couple of former FE World Champions. Jaguar TCS Racing’s Kiwis Mitch Evans and Nick Cassidy, who scored a resounding one-two finish in Monaco in 2024, will be keen to get back to the front. Evans won the season opener in Sao Paulo, Rowland triumphed in Mexico City and at the second race in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), where Max Günther (DS Penske) had won the day before. As for Wehrlein, the 2024 champion, he won in Miami.
Six other former Formula E World Champions take part in this Season 11 including Switzerland’s Sébastien Buemi (Envision Racing), one of the discipline’s veterans (132 E-Prix contested, 13 wins, 16 pole positions), who was crowned champion in 2016. And Jean-Eric Vergne (DS Penske), aka “JEV”, crowned in 2018 and 2019, whose record over 11 FE seasons is close to Buemi’s: 135 E-Prix contested, for 11 wins and 17 pole positions. Lucas di Grassi (Lola-Yamaha Abt), at 40, he is another one of the Formula E Masters, ever since his world title in 2017: 136 E-Prix, 13 wins, 4 pole positions. Among the younger champions, Jake Dennis (Andretti) was the overall winner in 2023, after Dutchman Nyck de Vries (Mahindra) in 2021 and Belgian Stoffel Vandoorne (Maserati) in 2022, who are now Monaco full-time residents. The line-up has undergone a major overhaul this winter, and one name is beginning to shine at the top of the rankings, that of British rookie Taylor Barnard (NEOM McLaren), the youngest driver to enter a FE race, last year in Berlin, at 19 years of age.
Monaco E-Prix schedule (local times):
Saturday May 3 (8th Edition):
Free practice 1: 7:30 a.m. / Free practice 2: 9:10 a.m. / Qualifying: 10:40 a.m. / Race: 3:04 pm
Sunday May 4 (9th Edition):
Free practice: 8:30 am / Qualifying: 10:40 am / Race: 3:04 pm
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Formula 1 Grand Prix cars with turbo engines will be able to take part in the 15th Grand Prix de Monaco Historique in April 2026. Changes to FIA regulations will enable the Organizing and Selection Committee at Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM) to reserve a specific class for them, as originally planned for 2022, when the Race G was introduced, for F1 single-seaters that raced at Monaco Grand Prix from 1981 to 1985.
The stars, however, and to the delight of those nostalgic for F1’s golden age, are likely to remain the 3-liter-engined single-seaters. Generally equipped with Ford Cosworth DFV V8s, their advent in 1966 fundamentally changed the image and reputation of F1. An expected field of 80 to 100 cars in Race D to G, all generally in a state of perfect preservation, capable of racing faster than fifty years ago on the streets of Monaco, in much better grip conditions and in complete safety.
Keen to preserve the identity of the Grand Prix, the organizers decided to keep the Race A1, reserved exclusively for pre-war cars, considering that the Bugatti cars (35, 37 and 51) and the Maserati are the DNA of the Monaco Grand Prix.
For the rest, the Race A2 (post-war, front-engines) and the Race C (sportscars) will continue unchanged, as will the five other F1 grids, which will present the evolution of Grand Prix racing over almost 40 years (from 1946 to 1985). Several tributes and anniversaries are already planned, in the authentic and majestic setting of the Principality’s circuit, and several fine pages of motor racing history will be turned, with sound, vibrations and smells included, during this 15th edition of Grand Prix Historique de Monaco:
100 years ago (1926), Maserati made its racing debut. In addition to their potential presence in the Race A1 (eligible models range type 26, 26B, 26C, 26M till 4CL passing through 8C, 4CM, V8RI, 8CM, 6C-34, 6CM and 8CTF), the beautiful and rebellious Italians involved in the Race A2 are, in addition to the 250F (Winners with Stirling Moss 70 years ago (1956) and with Juan-Manuel Fangio in 1957), the 4CL, 4CLT/48, A6GCM and A6GCM. In Race C, the ACM still hopes to count on the participation of 150S, 250S, and 300S.
80 years ago (1946), the first Gordini imagined by Amédée, the great French wizard of Italian descent, came out, and 70 years ago (1956), it was the last appearance, at the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, of a Gordini in the championship. It wasn’t until Matra, in 1967 at Monaco, that a blue car appeared again in F1.
60 years ago (1966), new F1 engine regulations (3-liter, no turbo) came into force, allowing McLaren to make its Grand Prix debut. At the wheel was the brand’s founder, Bruce McLaren, winner of Monaco Grand Prix in 1962 in a Cooper-Climax that is now often entered in the historic version. Six decades later, the English team, now managed by Zak Brown, is at the forefront of modern F1 (Winner of the Constructors’ World Championship in 2024 for the first time since the late 90s). McLaren’s record in Monaco speaks for itself: 58 participations, with 15 wins, 11 pole positions and 28 podium finishes! However, the English brand’s last win in the Principality already dates back to 2008, thanks to a certain Lewis Hamilton.
It was also 60 years ago (1966), Guy Ligier made his debut in Formula One with a Cooper… powered by a Maserati V12 engine! 10 years later, 50 years ago (1976), Ligier made its F1 debut as Manufacturer at the Brazilian GP, with a Matra-powered JS5 driven by Jacques Laffite, which later became a JS7 in 1977. The car’s first claim to fame was a pole position in Italy, on the fast Monza track, thanks to the monstrous power of its French V12 engine. That same year, the young Alain Prost, future four-time F1 world champion, made his single-seater debut (and won the French Formula Renault Championship), following his victory in Volant Elf at Circuit Paul Ricard.
30 years ago (1996), Thanks to Olivier Panis, Ligier won its only Monaco Grand Prix, the only post-war victory for a French car. Above all, it was Ligier’s last F1 success (9 in all) before the French team was sold to Flavio Briatore, who then passed it on to Alain Prost.
Provisional programme
Eight races will take place, restricted to cars that took part in international races and which satisfy the regulations for the relevant period, as follows
RACE A1 – LOUIS CHIRON – Prewar Grand Prix cars and Voiturettes
Class 1 : Grand Prix cars (over 1500cc)
Class 2 : Voiturettes (below 1500cc)
RACE A2 – JUAN MANUEL FANGIO – Front-engine Grand Prix cars built before 1961
Class 1 : Cars built between January 1, 1946 and December 31, 1953 fitted with a supercharged engine of
maximum capacity 1500cc or with non-supercharged engine of maximum capacity 4500cc
Class 2 : Formula 2 cars built before December 31, 1953, with non-supercharged engine and a maximum engine
capacity of 2000cc
Class 3 : Formula 1 cars built between January 1, 1954 and December 31, 1960 with non-supercharged engines
of a maximum capacity 2500cc, or supercharged engines of maximum capacity 750cc
Class 4 : Cars outside classes 1-2-3 but having a historical connection with those entered in the F1 World
Championship between 1950 and 1960
RACE B – GRAHAM HILL – Rear-engine, 1500, F1 GP cars from 1961 to 1965 and F2 from 1956 to 1960
Class 1 : F2 built between January 1, 1956 and December 31, 1960
Class 2 : Cars equipped with a 4 or 6 cylinder engine
Class 3 : Cars equipped with a 8 or 12 cylinder engine
RACE C – VITTORIO MARZOTTO – Front-engine Sport Racing cars from 1952 to 1957
Class 1 : Cars with an engine capacity of less than to 2L
Class 2 : Cars with an engine capacity of more than 2L fitted with drum brake
Class 3 : Cars with an engine capacity of more than 2L fitted with disk brakes
RACE D – JACKIE STEWART – F1 Grand Prix cars 3L from 1966 to 1972
Class 1 : Cars built or raced in F1Grands Prix between January 1, 1966 and December 31, 1969
Class 2 : Cars built between January 1, 1970 and December 31, 1972, equipped with a Ford-Cosworth DFV engine
Class 3 :Cars built between January 1, 1970 and December 31, 1972, equipped with other engines
RACE E – NIKI LAUDA – F1 Grand Prix cars 3L from 1973 to 1976
Class 1: Cars equipped with a Ford-Cosworth DFV engine
Class 2 : Cars equipped with other engines
RACE F – GILLES VILLENEUVE – F1 Grand Prix cars 3L from 1977 to 1980
Class 1 : Cars not designed to exploit the ground effect
Class 2 : Cars designed to exploit the ground effect, equipped with a Ford-Cosworth DFV engine
Class 3 : Cars designed to exploit the ground effect, equipped with other engines
RACE G – AYRTON SENNA – F1 Grand Prix cars from 1981 to 1985
Class 1 : Cars equipped with aspirated engine
Class 2 : Cars equipped with a Turbo engine
With the 2025 track events just a few weeks away, the Automobile Club de Monaco’s volunteer marshals gathered in the Chapiteau de Fontvieille on 05 and 06 April for the traditional Training Camp. An unmissable event, dedicated to rigour, learning, innovation and a shared passion for motor sports, witnessed by Belgian driver Stoffel Vandoorne.
An annual event since 1972
Conceived by Michel Boéri, President of the Automobile Club de Monaco, the course brings together members of the Corps of Marshals every year for a number of practical workshops: First Aid, Intervention, Video Stations, Rail + Jack, Electrical Risks, Gazelle Time Trial, Signalling/Flagging, Fire… A comprehensive programme designed to test reflexes, physical aptitudes, reasoning skills and team cohesion. Former F1 driver and now in Formula E with Maserati MSG Racing, Belgian Stoffel Vandoorne visited our volunteers to see this famous training process.
637 marshals mobilised, including 52 new candidates
The 2025 edition brought together 637 marshals, with 534 volunteers assessed by 103 trainers. This year, 52 new candidates were selected from over 90 applications. Among them were a significant proportion of young people and women, confirming the Corps of Marshals move towards greater diversity. ‘The principle of the weekend is to start training new recruits, but also to enable our regular stewards to maintain their skills and adapt to the changes that occur every year in our track events,’ explains Christophe Fabri, who is in charge of the Training Camp.
The use of AI in training
A new feature this year is the introduction of artificial intelligence in the CTC (Crash Training Car). Thanks to collaboration between the ACM’s Corps of Marshals and the Université Côte d’Azur, the AI analyses in real time the gestures, decisions and reflexes of our volunteers during simulated situations. The aim here is to perfect the training of our marshals and prepare them for the scenarios they will encounter in the field. ‘This project marks a significant step forward in the use of new technologies to train race marshals,’ notes Didier Orlandi, who is in charge of the project at the Université Côte d’Azur and an associate professor of physics. “The success of this project is based on the commitment of four students with varied and complementary backgrounds. It illustrates the positive impact of this project-based curriculum, which has led to the development of innovative solutions applicable to the real challenges of motor racing.”
𝗟’𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲 a fait son apparition lors du week-end du 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 🤖🟠
🎯 Objectif : perfectionner leur formation et les préparer aux scénarios qu’ils pourront vivre sur le terrain 💪
— Automobile Club de Monaco (@ACM_Media) April 6, 2025
The support of the Monaco Fire Brigade
The Monaco Fire Brigade, an unconditional supporter and participant in this training course, was once again on hand to supervise the workshop dedicated to the risks of fire. Handling fire extinguishers, evacuating an injured person, crossing rails… precise and vital gestures that the stewards were able to practise alongside fire professionals.
And now it’s off to the track!
The next stages are already in sight: General Meeting on 17 April, handover of equipment on 25 & 26 April, before finding the marshals in action at the 2025 Monaco E-Prix (03-04 May) and at the eagerly awaited Formula 1 TAG Heuer Grand Prix de Monaco 2025 (22-25 May).
On this Sunday, April 6th, we commemorate the 20th anniversary of the passing of H.S.H. Prince Rainier III.
His deep attachment to the Automobile Club de Monaco and the unwavering support he consistently showed remain a true source of inspiration for our daily commitment. His memory continues to guide each of our actions.
A true motorsport enthusiast, Prince Rainier III played a pivotal role in the growth and international prestige of the Monaco Grand Prix. Through his vision and dedication, the event has become one of the most iconic and celebrated races on the Formula 1 calendar, blending tradition, excellence, and emotion. In 2005, the official Monaco Grand Prix poster was dedicated to him, offering a heartfelt tribute to his memory and unwavering commitment to this legendary event.
For the first time in its history, the Monaco E-Prix will host two consecutive races on 3 and 4 May 2025. With its technological innovations, novel PitBoost strategy and the presence of the best drivers in the sport, this event promises to be a spectacular weekend. Find out everything you need to know before the big event in the Principality!
This double confrontation on the legendary Monaco circuit represents a first in the history of the competition. The 8th and 9th editions of the Monaco E-Prix will take place on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 May 2025 respectively, offering spectators two intense days of electric racing.
Season 11 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship marks a new stage in the evolution of the discipline with the introduction of PitBoost, a strategic stop allowing drivers to access increased power for a limited time. This new feature promises to add an extra tactical dimension to the races, and the Monaco circuit, with its twisty and demanding layout, should be the ideal place to observe its impact. In 2024, a record 192 overtakes were recorded in Monaco.
In terms of technology, the GEN3 EVO single-seaters are making their appearance, with significant improvements in aerodynamics, acceleration and energy efficiency. These cars are capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 1.82 seconds!
On the grid, all eyes will be on the championship’s headliners. Jake Dennis, the reigning champion, will be looking to win in Monaco after a dominant season. Pascal Wehrlein, still in the hunt for a title, and Mitch Evans, a specialist in urban circuits, will also be keeping an eye on the frontrunners. And let’s not forget Jean-Éric Vergne, two-time champion of the discipline and emblematic driver of the grid, who will be aiming for another victory on this legendary track.
The Fan Village will be located close to the circuit (Quai Antoine 1er), offering exclusive entertainment including driving simulators, meetings with the drivers, technology stands and food and drink outlets. You can follow the race on giant screens and try to win unique experiences.
Useful information:
You can book your tickets in several ways:
For any questions about purchasing tickets or the event, spectators can consult the official FAQ or contact the ticketing service on +377 93 15 26 24.
Just 100 years ago, on 29 March 1925, a decisive step was taken in the history of motor sport in the Principality. On that day, the Automobile Club de Monaco (ACM) officially adopted its current name, succeeding the name of Sport Automobile et Vélocipédique de Monaco (SAVM) and asserting its own identity within the international motor racing landscape.
The origins of the Automobile Club de Monaco date back to 1890, when a group of automobile and cycling enthusiasts decided to join forces under the name of ‘Sport Vélocipédique Monégasque’. At the dawn of the 20th century, the automobile revolution rapidly transformed modes of transport and attitudes. However, at the instigation of Prince Louis II, the idea of a specifically Monegasque club dedicated to motoring took shape.
In 1925, the association officially became the Automobile Club de Monaco. This change of name reflected the desire of the Principality to assert itself on the international scene as a dynamic and innovative nation in the field of motor sport.
Since then, the ACM has continued to develop and organise major events. In 1929, under the impetus of Antony Noghès, the ACM launched the first Monaco Grand Prix, a unique urban race that would become one of the most prestigious events in world motor sport.
Today, the Automobile Club de Monaco continues this tradition of excellence by organising renowned events such as the Formula 1 TAG Heuer Grand Prix de Monaco, the Rallye Monte-Carlo WRC and the Monaco E-Prix. Its commitment to innovation and the preservation of motorsport history remains as strong as ever.
29 March 1925 will remain a symbolic date, marking the beginning of a new era for the ACM and its international influence.
A 100% women immersion at the heart of the Monaco E-Prix! Are you passionate about motorsport? Do you want to discover the behind-the-scenes of the Formula E World? If you are between 12 and 18 years old, this opportunity is for you!
As part of Season 11 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, an exclusive women-focused event will take place ahead of the 2025 edition of the Monaco E-Prix. This initiative aims to highlight the role of women in motorsport and inspire the next generation of enthusiasts.
Join the unique FIA Girls on Track experience on Friday 2 May 2025 in Monaco. Dive into an immersive day where you will discover the fascinating world of Formula E, its innovation, and its electrifying energy.
On the agenda : interactive workshops, inspiring encounters, and exclusive visits to iconic locations such as the Fan Village and Pit Lane. Participants will have the chance to explore the inner workings of the 2025 Monaco E-Prix and connect with professionals in the industry.
Registration:
As part of a global effort to promote equal opportunities and women’s representation in motorsport, FIA Girls on Track allows young girls to step into the world of Formula E. This initiative aims to spark new passions and encourage the emergence of a new generation of drivers, engineers, and key figures in this constantly evolving industry.
On Wednesday 26 February, the FIA World Council announced an unprecedented measure for the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship season. With the aim of diversifying race strategies, two pit stops will be compulsory for each driver at the Formula 1 TAG Heuer Grand Prix de Monaco 2025.
“Following recent discussions in the F1 Commission, a specific requirement for the Monaco GP has been approved mandating the use of at least three sets of tyres in the Race, with a minimum of two different tyre compounds to be used if it’s a dry race.” FIA
“This decision, which has long been welcomed, applies exclusively to the one and only Monaco race. The initial recommendation of the F1 Commission (made up of representatives of the teams, the FIA and Formula One), ratified last week in London and validated this Wednesday in Geneva by the World Motor Sport Council, is in line with the desire of Formula One, the FIA and the Automobile Club de Monaco to prioritise spectacle, for the players, spectators and television viewers alike. The verdict will be in on 25 May when the Formula 1 TAG Heuer Grand Prix de Monaco 2025 takes place… “ Automobile Club de Monaco
Join us on Sunday 25 May for the 82nd edition of the most legendary of Grand Prix events.
Book your tickets now on monaco-grandprix.com
The FIA World Motor Sport Council reviewed a proposal regarding the implementation of a mandatory 2-stop strategy (in both wet and dry conditions) for the Monaco GP, with the primary intent of improving the sporting spectacle of this Race given the notable difficulty in… pic.twitter.com/DKkuFNzHOi
— FIA (@fia) February 26, 2025
In the shadow of the show, impressive logistics are put in place to guarantee the safety of the Rallye Monte-Carlo. With more than 500 people mobilised by the Automobile Club de Monaco, every detail is meticulously studied and orchestrated to ensure that the event runs smoothly.
In this 8-minute documentary, take a look behind the scenes of the Rallye Monte-Carlo with the safety teams. Find out about the various challenges and problems faced by the organisers in ensuring the safety of spectators and competitors. The documentary gives the floor to the main stakeholders, including the event’s Race Director (Romain Pugliese), the Head of Security (Eric Pannier), as well as representatives of the local authorities, the gendarmerie and the fire brigade.
Here’s the full video!
