FIA Formula 2 talents Zane Maloney and Jak Crawford have been selected to participate in official FIA Formula E test sessions for Andretti over the next two months. Maloney, who serves as the American team’s Reserve and Development Driver, has previously taken part in three test sessions. The Barbadian driver, who currently leads the F2 Drivers’ Championship for Rodin, will have the opportunity to drive in the Free Practice O session on April 12th before the inaugural Misano E-Prix, as well as the Berlin Rookie Test on May 13th following the double-header in Berlin.
Crawford, who finished second to Maloney in the F2 season-opener in Bahrain and races for DAMS, will join Andretti in Berlin for his first experience of Formula E. In an official statement, Maloney expressed his excitement for the upcoming tests and thanked the team for their trust in him. He also mentioned his curiosity to see how his behind-the-scenes development work translates to the actual car on the track during the two occasions he gets to drive it. Crawford also shared his enthusiasm, describing the opportunity to try out the Formula E Gen3 car as amazing. He expressed his anticipation to drive a fully electric car for the first time and thanked Andretti Formula E for the incredible opportunity.
Andretti Team Principal Roger Griffiths acknowledged Maloney’s valuable contributions to the team through his development work on the simulator and expressed confidence in his knowledge benefiting them during the Misano E-Prix doubleheader weekend and the Berlin Rookie Test. Griffiths also announced Crawford’s rookie debut at the Berlin Rookie Test, considering it an important milestone in his career. He eagerly looks forward to seeing Crawford showcase his talents on the Formula E stage. These opportunities align with Andretti Global’s commitment to developing and mentoring the next generation of drivers, and the team is excited to witness the success of both Maloney and Crawford on the track.