Cupra Kiro Secures Manufacturer Points for Porsche at Shanghai E-Prix

The Cupra Kiro customer team secured crucial manufacturer points for Porsche at the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship Shanghai E-Prix. Driver Dan Ticktum, starting from 21st, impressively climbed to a fourth-place finish, narrowly missing a podium. This strong performance highlighted the efficiency of the Porsche 99X Electric WCG3, despite the factory TAG Heuer Porsche team finishing outside the points.

Cupra Kiro Shines in Shanghai

Cupra Kiro's Dan Ticktum delivered a standout performance at the Shanghai E-Prix, securing valuable manufacturer points for Porsche. His ascent from 21st to 4th position was a testament to both his skill and the efficiency of the Porsche 99X Electric WCG3.

• Dan Ticktum finished 4th, just missing his second podium of the season.

• He started from 21st on the grid, showcasing significant progress.

• The result contributed manufacturer points to Porsche.

Factory Team's Challenging Race

Despite strong qualifying performances, the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team faced a difficult race, with both factory drivers finishing outside the points.

• World Champion Pascal Wehrlein finished 12th after qualifying 3rd.

• António Félix da Costa made up four positions to finish 13th.

• Both drivers expressed frustration with the race pace and strategy.

Pit Boost Technology and Future Outlook

The race also highlighted the innovative Pit Boost technology, allowing for rapid energy boosts. The transfer of technology from race cars to production vehicles, exemplified by the shared CCS charging system with the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT, underscores Formula E's relevance.

• The Porsche 99X Electric fast-charged 3.85 kWh with 600 kW during Pit Boost.

• This technology transfer is symbolized by the shared CCS charging system with the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT.

• The team is focused on analyzing the race data and improving for the next round in Shanghai.

Championship Standings Update

Following the Shanghai E-Prix, the championship standings show tight competition across all categories.

Drivers' Classification (Top 4 Porsche-affiliated drivers):

• Pascal Wehrlein (GER), 84 points

• António Félix da Costa (POR), 73 points

• Dan Ticktum (GBR), 55 points

Teams' Classification (Porsche-affiliated teams):

• TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team (GER), 157 points

• CUPRA KIRO (USA), 55 points

Manufacturers' Classification:

• Porsche, 226 points

The next race, Round 11, will also take place in Shanghai on June 1, 2025, offering another opportunity for the teams to compete.