Formula E Car Race Returns To Brooklyn This Summer: What To Know

BROOKLYN, NY — For the first time since 2019, the Red Hook waterfront will transform into an international race track this summer with the return of the Formula E tournament.

The NYC E-Prix, an electric car racing tournament, will return to the borough in July after taking a year off during the coronavirus crisis. The Formula E tournament, which has also been held in far-off spots like Monaco or Paris, has been holding its final round of races in the borough since 2017.

Here's everything you need to know:

What is Formula E?

Formula E is the first racing series to use single-seat electric cars that produce zero emissions. The cars can reach 140 miles per hour in under three seconds, according to the New York City Economic Development Corporation.

For its 2021 return, there will be more races than ever before in a single season, comprising 15 races in eight cities, covering three continents.

New York City will host to Rounds 10 and 11 of the 2020/21 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.

When Will It Come To Brooklyn?

The racers will set up at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal for a double header on July 10 and 11, according to the schedule.

In past years, the race has brought a slew of road closures to the neighborhood. Those, and a more definitive schedule, are typically released as the race nears closer. Check back with Patch or the Formula E website to learn more.

How Can I Get Tickets?

Tickets have not yet gone on sale for the later summer races, including New York City's. But when they do go on sale, you can find them here.

Schedules are subject to change given the COVID-19 pandemic and travel restrictions. Audiences can find out more by following the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube.