# Bridgestone Typhoon Tires Could Make Formula E Hope for Rain

> Bridgestone's new wet-weather tires may turn Formula E into the first racing series where drivers and fans both hope for rain.
- Title: Bridgestone Typhoon Tires Could Make Formula E Hope for Rain
- Summary: Bridgestone's new wet-weather tires may turn Formula E into the first racing series where drivers and fans both hope for rain. Bridgestone's Typhoon tires…
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- Source: Jalopnik — https://jalopnik.com/2282921/bridgestone-formula-e-tire-launch-typhoon-wet-weather-racing
- Author: Daniel Golson
- Published: 2026-10-09T23:20:01+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: bridgestone, formula e, typhoon tire, wet weather, gen4 car, seahawks, nfl, cars, culture
## Bridgestone Returns to Formula E
Bridgestone will supply tires for Formula E's 2026/27 season after a 16-year absence from racing.
## Typhoon Tire for Heavy Rain
Bridgestone's new Typhoon tire is designed for heavy rain, the first Formula E tire for wet conditions.
## Gen4 Car Performance
The Gen4 Formula E car has 815 horsepower, permanent all-wheel drive, and can hit 208 mph.
## Typhoon Tire Benefits
The Typhoon tire offers high grip for performance and wide adaptability to diverse weather conditions.
## Typhoon Tire Testing
Bridgestone tested the Typhoon tire in Spain using a built-in sprinkler system to simulate wet conditions.
## Driver Experience
James Rossiter said the Typhoon tire allows drivers to brake 5 to 8 meters earlier at 200 mph in wet conditions.
## Sustainability Focus
65% of the tires use recycled or renewable materials, including rice husks for silica.
## Tire Production Process
Bridgestone produces tires at its European Technical Center with 100% renewable energy and ocean freight shipping.
## First Race Dates
The first Formula E race with the new tires is in Saudi Arabia on December 18 and 19, 2026.
## Future Races
Formula E races will follow in Mexico City on January 16, Austin on February 6, and Miami on February 20, 2027.
## Rain Hope for Fans
With the Typhoon tire, Formula E might become the first racing series where everyone hopes for rain.
## Key takeaway

Bridgestone's Typhoon tires for Formula E could make the series the first to have drivers and spectators hope for rain.