Kiro Race Co has officially confirmed its 2024-25 Formula E driver line-up, featuring British racer Dan Ticktum and German newcomer David Beckmann.
The announcement comes just days before the São Paulo E-Prix season opener in Brazil, marking a significant moment for the newly rebranded team, which was previously known as ERT and NIO 333.
Dan Ticktum, who has been part of the Formula E series since 2022, is set to embark on his fourth season with Kiro Race Co. His experience in the championship has been highlighted by a career-best fourth-place finish at the Misano round last year.
Ticktum’s racing pedigree extends beyond Formula E; he has achieved three wins and eleven podiums in FIA Formula 2 between 2020 and 2021, along with back-to-back victories at the prestigious Macau Grand Prix in 2017 and 2018.
The British driver expressed his excitement to be a part of the team’s 2024-25 Formula E driver line-up, feeling more motivated than ever after a successful pre-season test where he secured the second-fastest time overall.
“It’s clear to me that Kiro Race Co is hungry, ambitious, and ready to make a statement in Formula E, and that’s exactly the kind of environment I thrive in as a racing driver,“ Ticktum said.
“Over the past few years, I’ve learned first-hand that Formula E is unlike any other form of motorsport – the racing is relentless, the on-track battles are fierce, and it pushes you to your limits, demanding absolutely everything from both the driver, and the team.
“Ahead of a new season, it’s important to have modest expectations, but in a category as wild as this, there are open opportunities every single lap. After a promising pre-season test, I’m hopeful that we’ll be able to convert this attitude into regular top 10 performances.
“The atmosphere and energy within the team is very positive, and I can’t wait to get the season started in São Paulo E-Prix.”
Meanwhile, David Beckmann’s addition to the Kiro Race Co team 2024-25 Formula E driver line-up marks his first full-time campaign in the all-electric series.
The 24-year-old has previously served as a reserve driver for both Andretti and Porsche, gaining valuable insights into the series’ evolution from Gen2 to Gen3 and now to Gen3 Evo.
Beckmann made a one-off appearance at the Jakarta E-Prix in 2023 but is now eager to establish himself as a competitive force within the championship. He noted that joining Kiro is a “dream come true” and expressed excitement about rising to the challenge of full-time racing.
During pre-season testing, Beckmann topped one of the sessions and demonstrated his potential to adapt quickly to the demands of Formula E.
He said: “Although I’ll be a rookie with Kiro Race Co this year, I think I’m coming into the season with a unique experience having seen the evolution from GEN2 to GEN3, and again with the GEN3 Evo, first-hand in my past roles with Andretti and Porsche.
“At testing, my main goal was to get comfortable in the car and integrate myself well in the team, and overall, the week was very encouraging. The whole atmosphere right now is very inspiring, and it feels like we’re all working in the same direction, with one shared goal. I’m really looking forward to Brazil.”
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The rebranding of Kiro Race Co follows its acquisition by The Forest Road Company, an American investment firm that has secured its future within the championship. This transition not only signifies a fresh start for the team but also aligns with their aspirations to redefine expectations within Formula E.
Team Principal Alex Hui articulated this vision clearly, stating that Kiro Race Co aims to be consistent top-10 contenders while pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a racing team.
“Since announcing Kiro Race Co’s involvement in Formula E for Season 11, we’ve been very transparent with our aims,” stated Team Principal Alex Hui, “we want to defy expectations, we want to be consistent top-10 contenders, and we want to redefine what it means to be a racing team.
“Our 2024-25 Formula E driver line-up embodies that mission perfectly. In Dan – who has been described as the best British driver not in F1 – we have an experienced, young athlete who not only has the drive and determination to the be the best, but also has the speed and ability to one day be a World Champion.
“David’s ambition, meanwhile, is unmistakeable, and although he’ll be a rookie this season, his existing experience in Formula E – which includes two race starts and three seasons as a Reserve Driver – put him in a better position than the majority of drivers who join the series.
“Season 11 is just the first chapter of our journey in Formula E. There’ll be highs and lows, ups and downs, and we know that success won’t come overnight.
“We’re only at the start of what will be a long road, but we’re committed to this journey, and we’re excited to see what the coming season has in store.”
As Kiro Race Co prepares for its official debut on December 7th at São Paulo E-Prix, it embarks on an ambitious 16-race season that will take them to iconic locations such as Mexico City, Miami, Monaco, Tokyo, Shanghai, and London.
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