Fe – Rosenqvist replaces Senna at Mahindra

Felix Rosenqvist will make his debut in Formula e on October 9 in Hong Kong (China) after being confirmed by Mahindra Racing with Nick Heidfeld. The reigning champion of the F3 European Championship, which replaced Esteban Ocon en DTM last weekend in Moscow (Russia), will take the wheel of Bruno Senna.

“I am delighted to join Mahindra Racing, commented the 24-year-old Swede. Driving in Formula E is a leap into the unknown, but I have been very well received by Mahindra Racing and I will have a successful and experienced teammate in Nick. »

Felix Rosenqvist and Nick Heidfeld have already taken part in private tests with the new M3Electro, covering almost 2200km after 15 days of testing on different circuits in Spain.

“I look forward to intensifying my preparation during the pre-season testing in Donington (Great Britain), added the Scandinavian. I like new challenges and this one promises to be met. I am aware that it takes time to adapt to electric racing, as the technology in Formula E is very different to what I am used to. You have to be both fast and smart to conserve energy. I also find the calendar very interesting. We will race on street circuits in incredible locations. »

Nick Heidfeld, tenth at the end of the second Formula e season, is confident about the potential of his car.

“I am delighted to continue with Mahindra Racing for the third season of Formula e and to welcome my new teammate Felix, said the German. We had very productive testing with the M3Eectro last month and we are ready to take on the challenges. The new car is a big development for Mahindra Racing and I am sure we will perform well. I'm also looking forward to discovering the new circuits on the calendar. »