Disney+ Lands Global Streaming Rights for Electric Racing Championship
Formula E, the electric racing championship, has partnered with Disney+ and ESPN to become the global streaming home of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The agreement will make Disney+ the go-to platform for all-electric race cars across 144 territories, including the US where it will stream alongside ESPN+. This partnership will commence in the 2026/27 season, marking the debut of the next-generation GEN4 race cars.
The GEN4 cars are the fastest and most technologically advanced electric racing cars ever built, boasting 600kW of power and accelerating from 0-60mph in approximately 1.8 seconds, around 30% faster than an F1 car. The agreement will provide Disney+ subscribers with access to every Formula E race weekend, including practice sessions, qualifying sessions, and races.
Jeff Dodds, CEO of Formula E, said, 'This is a landmark moment for Formula E and reflects the incredible momentum behind our championship.' Joe Earley, co-president of direct-to-consumer at Disney Entertainment, added, 'Formula E combines world-class competition, groundbreaking technology, and sustainability in a way that's unlike any other sport. We're excited to help power the championship's next chapter on Disney+.'