The 2018/19 Formula E season proved to be a thriller, with the exciting new Gen2 cars boasting top speeds of 280km/h. Eight different drivers won the first eight races in a season that went down to the wire.
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The 2018/19 Formula E season proved to be a thriller, with the exciting new Gen2 cars boasting top speeds of 280km/h. Eight different drivers won the first eight races in a season that went down to the wire.
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Frenchman Jean-Eric Vergne became the first double champion in the sport's history, defending the title he won last season thanks to three race victories.
Frenchman Jean-Eric Vergne became the first double champion in the sport's history, defending the title he won last season thanks to three race victories.
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Robin Frijns won his second E-Prix of the season, storming to victory in the final race of 2018/19 in New York.
Robin Frijns won his second E-Prix of the season, storming to victory in the final race of 2018/19 in New York.
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Former world champion Sebastian Buemi claimed his first victory of 2018/19 at the first of a double-header in New York.
Former world champion Sebastian Buemi claimed his first victory of 2018/19 at the first of a double-header in New York.
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Jean-Eric Vergne strengthened his grip on the title with his third victory of the season in Bern, extending his lead to 38 points at the top of the championship.
Jean-Eric Vergne strengthened his grip on the title with his third victory of the season in Bern, extending his lead to 38 points at the top of the championship.
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An ecstatic Lucas Di Grassi celebrated in style after dominating the Berlin E-Prix to close the gap at the top of the drivers' championship.
Berlin, race 10 —
An ecstatic Lucas Di Grassi celebrated in style after dominating the Berlin E-Prix to close the gap at the top of the drivers' championship.
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Formula E finally got its first repeat winner of the season in race nine, as Jean-Eric Vergne led from pole to finish to secure his second victory of the season.
Formula E finally got its first repeat winner of the season in race nine, as Jean-Eric Vergne led from pole to finish to secure his second victory of the season.
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Dutch driver Robin Frijns claimed victory in Paris on the day his country celebrated its national King's Day. The Envision Virgin Racing man was the eighth different driver to win the eight races so far this season.
Dutch driver Robin Frijns claimed victory in Paris on the day his country celebrated its national King's Day. The Envision Virgin Racing man was the eighth different driver to win the eight races so far this season.
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Mitch Evans victory at the Rome ePrix was Jaguar's first in motorsport since 1991. The Kiwi is the only driver to score points in the seven races so far this season.
Mitch Evans victory at the Rome ePrix was Jaguar's first in motorsport since 1991. The Kiwi is the only driver to score points in the seven races so far this season.
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Jean-Eric Vergne put an end to a miserable run of form that saw him go pointless for three straight races by taking victory in Sanya, the first time the championship had visited the south China city
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Jean-Eric Vergne put an end to a miserable run of form that saw him go pointless for three straight races by taking victory in Sanya, the first time the championship had visited the south China city
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Edoardo Mortara backed up his third place in Mexico by claiming top spot in Hong Kong, Venturi's first ever victory in Formula E. Sam Bird had initially crossed the line in first place but after a four-hour investigation, was demoted for smashing into the back of race leader Andre Lotterer.
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Edoardo Mortara backed up his third place in Mexico by claiming top spot in Hong Kong, Venturi's first ever victory in Formula E. Sam Bird had initially crossed the line in first place but after a four-hour investigation, was demoted for smashing into the back of race leader Andre Lotterer.
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Former world champion Lucas Di Grassi celebrates his victory at the Mexico ePrix, arguably the most thrilling race in the sport's five seasons. Race leader Pascal Wehrlein's battery died just meters from the line, allowing Di Grassi to swoop past on the inside and snatch victory.
Mexico City, race four —
Former world champion Lucas Di Grassi celebrates his victory at the Mexico ePrix, arguably the most thrilling race in the sport's five seasons. Race leader Pascal Wehrlein's battery died just meters from the line, allowing Di Grassi to swoop past on the inside and snatch victory.
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On a sweltering afternoon in Santiago, Chile -- the hottest ePrix in history -- Sam Bird stormed to victory at the Parque O'Higgins Circuit. After finishing third overall last season, the Briton will have hopes of coming out on top this time around.
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On a sweltering afternoon in Santiago, Chile -- the hottest ePrix in history -- Sam Bird stormed to victory at the Parque O'Higgins Circuit. After finishing third overall last season, the Briton will have hopes of coming out on top this time around.
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Jerome d'Ambrosio followed up his podium finish in Saudi Arabia with victory in Marrakesh -- his third in Formula E -- to take an early lead at the top of the championship.
Marrakesh, race two —
Jerome d'Ambrosio followed up his podium finish in Saudi Arabia with victory in Marrakesh -- his third in Formula E -- to take an early lead at the top of the championship.
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The season got off to a thrilling start in Ad Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, as Portuguese driver Antonio Felix da Costa edged out Jean-Eric Vergne and Jerome d'Ambrosio to claim the second Formula E win of his career.
Ad Diriyah, race one —
The season got off to a thrilling start in Ad Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, as Portuguese driver Antonio Felix da Costa edged out Jean-Eric Vergne and Jerome d'Ambrosio to claim the second Formula E win of his career.
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The 2018/19 Formula E season
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Porsche and Mercedes-Benz will be competing in Formula E next year as the all-electric series revealed its new bumper calendar for the 2019/20 season.

The two motorsport titans will come face to face with rivals BMW and Audi for the first time in what will be the busiest season in Formula E history.

READ: The ‘new futuristic championship’ aiming to connect with fans

The new additions will boost the number of cars and drivers on the grid to 24, which will now include more manufacturers than any other racing category.

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Mercedes looks ahead to joining Formula E
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Since its inception five years ago, Formula E has been at the forefront of promoting green travel, and some of the world’s most prestigious manufacturers have joined the rapidly growing series.

READ: ‘When Mercedes come, they come to win’

Under affiliate HWA Team, Mercedes has already been testing the water ahead of the team’s launch.

The German manufacturer is building a true Formula One dynasty, having been triumphant in the previous five seasons, and it is already in pole position to win six championships in a row.

New destinations

With the addition of both London and Seoul, there will also be 14 races next season, set in 12 cities spanning four continents.

It will conclude with a double-header in the English capital, taking place on a unique track that will include both indoor and outdoor sections.

“Next season promises to be the most exciting and eagerly anticipated in the short history of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship,” said Alberto Longo, co-founder and deputy CEO of Formula E.

He added, “Looking at the list of cities and capitals backing Formula E and the electric movement, it’s the longest and most comprehensive calendar to date.”

New rules

In addition to new manufacturers and destinations, there will also be a new set of rules for the season.

For example, cars will have an additional 10 kilowatts of power available when using attack mode – a feature that gives drivers an edge over their opponents.

The fastest driver in the qualifying group stages will also be awarded an extra point.

Leonardo DiCaprio (right) and Orlando Bloom (left) attended the screening of the World Premiere of the Formula E documentary "And We Go Green" at Cannes Film Festival last week.
Leonardo DiCaprio (right) and Orlando Bloom (left) attended the screening of the World Premiere of the Formula E documentary "And We Go Green" at Cannes Film Festival last week.
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The documentary follows the lives of a number of professional drivers and documents the fourth season of the all-electric series.
The documentary follows the lives of a number of professional drivers and documents the fourth season of the all-electric series.
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It was produced by Academy Award winning filmmakers Fisher Stevens, Malcolm Venville and diCaprio himself.
It was produced by Academy Award winning filmmakers Fisher Stevens, Malcolm Venville and diCaprio himself.
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Bloom and DiCaprio met some of the drivers on the tour, including Jean-Eric Vergne (fourth from right). The Frenchman won the championship season that the feature film is based on.
Bloom and DiCaprio met some of the drivers on the tour, including Jean-Eric Vergne (fourth from right). The Frenchman won the championship season that the feature film is based on.
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DiCaprio was also joined on the red carpet by Formula E CEO Alejandro Agag as the new sport continues to grow in popularity.
DiCaprio was also joined on the red carpet by Formula E CEO Alejandro Agag as the new sport continues to grow in popularity.
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Di Caprio is not only a fan of the emerging sport but he also co-founded Formula E team Venturi in 2013.
Di Caprio is not only a fan of the emerging sport but he also co-founded Formula E team Venturi in 2013.
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Leonardo DiCaprio attends premiere of new Formula E film

This year’s championship has been fantastically unpredictable, with eight winners from the 10 races so far.

Techeetah driver Jean-éricc Vergne leads the standings – six points ahead of Audi Sport’s Lucas di Grassi.

“Alongside the tweaks made to the sporting regulations,” Longo said, “the racing has the potential to be even more intense and unpredictable than ever.”