This strategic addition to the executive leadership team signals a new era for the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship as it continues to push the boundaries of electric mobility, digital innovation and GenAI.<\/p>\n
Dan is a familiar face within the paddock, having been a pivotal figure in the championship\u2019s technological evolution since 2019. During his tenure as a consultant, he was instrumental in developing the robust technical infrastructure that supports the series\u2019 unique street-racing format, Formula E\u2019s broadcast presence and its sustainability initiatives.<\/p>\n
PREVIEW: Jeddah brings back-to-back action for Rounds 4 & 5<\/a><\/p>\n He brings more than 15 years\u2019 experience across sport, media, broadcast and live events as a technology and commercial leader and has operated as a fractional CTO, delivering complex, high-performance technology programmes.<\/p>\n In this new role, Dan will oversee Formula E\u2019s technology strategy and culture of innovation, including supporting the delivery of the GEN4 car for Season 13<\/a>, which represents a significant step-change in performance and efficiency, alongside the championship\u2019s integration with technology partners such as ABB, Google Cloud, Infosys & TATA. He will spearhead the adoption of emerging technologies to drive world-class performance and innovation across the series.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n He will focus on enhancing the “fan-first” digital experience by implementing cutting-edge, low-latency data streaming and immersive viewing technologies that bring the thrill of the track closer to global audiences and has also been tasked with ensuring that the technology roadmap is rooted in environmental responsibility, aligning technical innovations with Formula E\u2019s industry-leading net-zero carbon commitment.\u00a0<\/p>\n Jeff Dodds, CEO, Formula E, said: \u201cTechnology sits at the heart of everything Formula E does – from how we race, to how we innovate and how we accelerate sustainable human progress. Dan\u2019s appointment as our first Chief Technology Officer reflects our commitment to pushing boundaries and evolving at pace.\u00a0<\/p>\n “As we look ahead to the GEN4 era and continue to harness cutting-edge partnerships such as Google Cloud<\/a>, Dan\u2019s leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future of the championship and delivering world-class performance on and off the track.\u201d<\/p>\n Dan Cherowbrier, CTO, Formula E, said:\u00a0 \u201cFormula E is unlike any other championship in world sport. It combines innovation, purpose and performance at the highest level and sets a benchmark for how modern sport should operate. Having worked closely with Formula E since 2019, I\u2019ve seen first-hand the ambition and potential of the series, the racing teams and our partners.<\/p>\n “I\u2019m proud to join the Formula E team at what is a pivotal moment for us as we enter the GEN4 era. I\u2019m excited to lead the next phase of technological evolution – continuing to redefine what\u2019s possible, not only in electric racing, but across motorsport and beyond.\u201d<\/p>\n SCHEDULE: Where, when and how to watch or stream the 2026 Jeddah E-Prix, Rounds 4 and 5<\/p>\n Saudi Arabia has been a staple of the Formula E calendar since Season 5, and found a new home at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit last season. The double-header weekend promises plenty of action and the return of PIT BOOST, all whilst racing under the lights at night over February 13 and 14.\u00a0<\/p>\n Free Practice 1:\u00a0Thursday 12 February, 20:00 local\/17:00 UTC Free Practice 3:\u00a0Saturday 14 February, 13:30 local\/10:30 UTC View the\u00a0full schedule in your time zone<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0check the broadcaster listings<\/a>\u00a0or tap the Ways to Watch button above to find out where to watch all the racing action where you live.<\/p>\n Formula E\u2019s Evo Sessions return in Jeddah<\/p>\n The world\u2019s biggest creators. The world\u2019s fastest electric race car.\u00a0EVO Sessions is back.\u00a0After a legendary Season 11, we’re taking the spectacle to the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. Don\u2019t miss the next generation of drivers as they take on the GEN3 Evo \u2014 streaming live on YouTube, February 15.<\/p>\n Follow the race LIVE on web and in the Formula E app!<\/p>\n Follow all the action on-track as it happens\u00a0in the Race Centre.<\/a><\/p>\n Keep across Live Timing \u2013 which includes a real-time interactive track map and the ability to follow your favourite driver during every session of every E-Prix \u2013 plus highlights, detailed session reports, exclusive interviews, all the standings and results as well as data, insight and reaction from trackside.<\/p>\n LIVE: Follow every lap live, with reaction and coverage at fiaformulae.com\/live<\/a><\/p>\n Additionally, Formula E\u2019s social media channels, website, and app will provide session reports, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes insights from trackside during the five-day event.<\/p>\n Find out more<\/p>\n WATCH: How to watch every Formula E race in your country<\/a><\/p>\n UNMISSABLE: Watch the brand-new season of ‘Driver’ on Amazon Prime\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n CALENDAR: Here’s every race set for the 2025\/26 Formula E season<\/a><\/p>\n FOLLOW: Download the Formula E App on iOS or Android<\/a><\/p>\n TICKETS: Secure your grandstand seats and buy Formula E race tickets<\/a><\/p>\n HIGHLIGHTS: Catch up with every race from Formula E IN FULL<\/a><\/p>\n
Free Practice 2:\u00a0Friday 13 February, 13:30 local\/10:30 UTC
Qualifying:\u00a0Friday 13 February, 15:40 local\/12:40 UTC
Race:\u00a0Friday 13 February, 20:05 local\/17:05 UTC\u00a0<\/p>\n
Qualifying:\u00a0Saturday 14 February, 15:40 local\/12:40 UTC
Race:\u00a0Saturday 15 February, 20:05 local\/17:05 UTC\u00a0<\/p>\n