Bridgestone Unveiled New Tyres for Formula E
The manufacturer revealed its Potenza Gen4 tyres designed for the upcoming electric racing world championship.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Bridgestone has debuted the Potenza Gen4 tyre range, which will serve as the sole supplier for the Formula E world championship starting in the 2026/27 season. This development marks the company's return as an FIA world championship supplier for the first time since 2010.
Why it matters
These tyres were engineered to withstand the heightened performance demands of the new Gen4 racing car, ensuring safety and efficiency at extreme speeds. The shift underscores a broader industry pivot toward incorporating sustainable materials and renewable energy in high-performance motorsports.
The new Potenza Gen4 tyres are built for a vehicle capable of reaching top speeds of 335 km/h and peak power of 815bhp. Production of the units, which also include a dedicated wet-weather variant, utilizes 65% recycled and renewable materials.
The players
Bridgestone
This global manufacturer is a major producer of automotive tyres and industrial products that is returning to FIA-sanctioned world championships.
FIA
The Federation Internationale de l'Automobile is the governing body for world motor sports and oversees the Formula E championship.
The details
The tyre construction features carbon black derived from pyrolysis oil and silica harvested from rice husks to reach sustainability targets. All manufacturing processes for the new range are powered exclusively by renewable energy, with natural rubber sources verified under the GPSNR Assurance System.
Timeline
Bridgestone ended its previous Formula 1 supply contract in 2010.
The tyre unveiling event was held in Rome on Wednesday.
The new contract begins with the 2026/27 season.
Roadmap
This move signals Bridgestone's strategic reentry into the highest levels of global electric racing as the industry accelerates its transition toward sustainable, performance-oriented tyres. By securing the Formula E contract, the brand positions itself to compete directly with other major manufacturers for dominance in the rapidly evolving EV performance market.
While these specific tyres are designed for competitive racing, the R&D into sustainable materials like rice-husk silica informs the evolution of consumer-grade tyres. Drivers may see these renewable manufacturing processes eventually trickle down into the performance rubber available for daily road vehicles.
The takeaway
Bridgestone's return to championship racing highlights how the push for sustainable material science is becoming a core component of automotive performance. Fans and industry observers should watch how these high-performance tyre technologies translate to wider consumer adoption of renewable components.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by RacingNews365.
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