# Mexico Hosts Formula E Season Opener

> Formula E moves to Mexico City after Jeddah postponement due to Middle East conflict.
- Title: Mexico Hosts Formula E Season Opener · Autosport | Shortify
- Summary: Formula E moves to Mexico City after Jeddah postponement due to Middle East conflict.
- Keywords: formula e, mexico city, jeddah, 2026/27 season, gen4 cars, formula e season opener, middle east conflict, motogp qatar, formula 1, Autosport
- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/formula-e/news/mexico-to-host-formula-e-opener-after-jeddah-postponement/10874055
- Author: Ed Hardy
- Published: 2026-11-12T10:35:27+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: formula e, mexico city, jeddah, 2026/27 season, gen4 cars, formula e season opener, middle east conflict, motogp qatar, formula 1, sports, cars
## Season opener postponed
Mexico City will host Formula E's 2026/27 season opener after Jeddah postponement.
## Jeddah postponement reason
Jeddah E-Prix postponed due to Middle East conflict and Houthi attacks.
## Formula E statement
Formula E states date change preserves championship integrity and scope.
## New race schedule
Mexico City starts 16 January with Austin on 6 February and Miami two weeks later.
## Gen4 cars debut
Pre-season testing begins 16-20 November with Gen4 cars.
## Key takeaway

Formula E will open its 2026/27 season in Mexico City on 16 January following Jeddah postponement due to Middle East conflict.