Look at this absolute machine. Jaguar TCS Racing has broken cover, revealing the stunning new Jaguar I-Type 08 ahead of Madrid, and it looks every bit the predator. Gone are the team's previous colors, replaced now by a striking, predominantly blue livery finished in French Ultramarine Blue. It is a gorgeous shade pulled straight from the customer colour palette of the Jaguar Type 01, the marque's new all-electric GT launched in October, serving as the physical embodiment of Jaguar's new technology-focused brand identity.
Now, let's talk about the specs, because the GEN4 era is bringing numbers that genuinely melt the brain. We are looking at a beast capable of reaching speeds in excess of 335kph, launching from 0-100kph in approximately 1.8 seconds, and hitting 0-200kph in just 4.4 seconds—which makes it 1.5 seconds faster than its predecessor. That is not just evolution; that is a complete rewriting of the physics book. GEN4 is set to deliver 50% more power in race mode than the current GEN3 Evo race car, while qualifying laps will be an average of 10 seconds faster per lap than the GEN3 machine. When drivers drop the hammer in ATTACK MODE, GEN4 unleashes up to 600kW of power, marking a 71% increase in base output over GEN3 Evo. And yes, it remains the only single-seater race car featuring permanent all-wheel drive.
As test and reserve driver for the team last season, I carried out a lot of mileage developing the Jaguar I-Type 08 and so to race it is going to be extra special.
That sort of technology demands elite talent behind the wheel, and Jaguar TCS Racing is bringing a formidable line-up to tackle 2027 and the dawn of GEN4. They have secured none other than two former Formula E champions in António Félix da Costa and Stoffel Vandoorne. Between the two of them, that garage boasts a staggering 264 race starts, 18 victories, 49 podiums, and 16 pole positions.
António Félix da Costa, piloting the #13 car, shared his excitement for the new charger. "It is an honour to launch Jaguar TCS Racing’s first car of the GEN4 era – the Jaguar I-Type 08," he said. "The look and feel of the race car is amazing and I cannot wait to push it to the limit on track. Developing a new car is always very exciting; you have to be creative and brave when seeking performance and it is up to us to bring it all together this season." He added, reflecting on his recent success, "Winning the Teams’ world title in my first season with the team was something I am extremely proud of in such a competitive championship, and all of us cannot wait to go again with the Jaguar I-Type 08."
Meanwhile, teammate Stoffel Vandoorne steps into the #5 seat after putting in the hard yards behind the scenes. "To be part of Jaguar TCS Racing at the start of the GEN4 era is a great feeling," Vandoorne noted. "As test and reserve driver for the team last season, I carried out a lot of mileage developing the Jaguar I-Type 08 and so to race it is going to be extra special." He knows the challenge ahead of the grid is massive, explaining that "GEN4 is probably going to be the biggest change in Formula E’s history in terms of the performance increase, the technology now available to us and just how complex the cars are. It is going to be a big learning curve for everyone, but I feel like we have a very strong team to get on top of what is required for GEN4, and so I cannot wait to get started with Jaguar TCS Racing this season."
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