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The disqualification that resulted in Antonio Felix da Costa’s victory loss at the Misano E-Prix has created tension between Porsche and the FIA. The issue stems from a parts catalog produced by Spark Racing Technologies (SRT), the official supplier of cars and parts for Formula E. When the Gen3 season began in January 2023, SRT did not have enough parts to supply all teams, so they included some Gen2 parts in the catalog, including the accelerator pedal damper spring in the Gen2 standard. The key difference between the two springs is that the Gen2 spring is coated, while the Gen3 spring is uncoated and more expensive. The parts issue was resolved in the second year of the Gen3 regulations, and parts designed for Gen3 became readily available. However, when a new SRT catalog was issued, the removal of the old spring was not highlighted, leading teams, including Porsche, to use the old spring throughout Season 10. The FIA conducted random checks on the accelerator pedal spring after the first Diriyah E-Prix in January. Although there are subtle differences between the Gen2 and Gen3 springs, there is no performance advantage in using the old spring. Porsche and the FIA have had previous conflicts, which further escalated the current situation. Porsche is considering filing an official appeal against the disqualification, but regardless of any performance advantage, the use of the old spring is not allowed according to the International Sporting Code. Previous incidents in Formula E have resulted in both disqualifications and fines, raising questions about the severity of da Costa’s penalty. The outcome of a possible legal challenge and the long-term implications for Porsche in Formula E remain uncertain. The situation has stirred mixed emotions among those involved in the sport, with Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds expressing sympathy for da Costa and concern for the sport’s image.
