Lando Norris has expressed a growing interest in stepping behind the wheel of a Formula E car after attending the recent Monaco E-Prix, a highlight of the all-electric racing calendar. The McLaren F1 driver took advantage of a break in the Formula 1 schedule to experience the fast-paced and unpredictable nature of Formula E racing up close.
“It’s the first Formula E race I’ve ever attended, and I’m genuinely excited,” Norris remarked during a pre-race grid interview. “The racing is always intense—full of chaos and unpredictability, exactly what fans want to see.” He praised the series for its outstanding driver lineup, many of whom he has competed with or grown up alongside. “The talent here is top-notch. You’re watching elite athletes competing—it’s thrilling to watch and be part of."
Norris’s enthusiasm for Formula E comes in the wake of his sharp criticism of the 2026 F1 regulations, which substantially increase the role of electric power in the sport. Despite F1’s decade-long use of hybrid technology, the latest rule changes have drawn skepticism from many drivers. Norris was among the most vocal critics, echoing Max Verstappen’s sentiments that the new cars feel like “Formula E on steroids.” Norris went so far as to label the current generation of F1 cars as “probably the worst” in the sport’s history. Even after minor improvements introduced before the Miami Grand Prix, he considered the changes only “a small step in the right direction.”
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Nonetheless, Norris remains focused on defending his F1 World Championship title, having narrowly beaten Verstappen last season. During his Monaco visit as a guest of former Formula E champion Jake Dennis, Norris hinted that gaining experience in Formula E machinery could enhance his racing skills. “I’m planning to try driving a Formula E car soon,” he revealed. “I’ve talked to Jake and other drivers about it. While Formula 1 and Formula E differ in many ways, there’s a lot to learn by exchanging insights with top competitors in any category.”
The weekend also saw British success in Formula E, with defending champion Oliver Rowland taking his first victory of the season. Aston Martin F1 reserve driver Felipe Drugovich earned his maiden podium finish in second place. Leading the drivers' championship remains seasoned Formula E competitor Mitch Evans, who is still chasing his first series title after years of near misses.