Set for Monday 14 July, after the Berlin double-header, a field full of the best young drivers around - champions and race winners from Formula 2, Formula 3, sportscars and beyond have been announced for the test. Here’s all you need to know.
What classifies as a rookie?
To be able to take part in the official tests, drivers must own an International Grade B licence. They also can’t have taken part in a Formula E race weekend, so there is no chance you’ll be able to qualify for the rookie test if you’ve already got race experience from a previous E-Prix, for example.
Drivers must also have at least 20 licence points from various FIA championships in the last three years or have previously held an F1 Super Licence.
They will also need to complete a specific training session on electrical safety, understand the features of the fully-electric Formula E car, and know the technical and sporting regulations for the championship.
From the various test days given to teams over the season, a maximum of two of the six official days can be reserved for rookie drivers. They can only participate in up to two official test days.
Where is the test?
The private test will occur on 14 July, the Monday after the 2025 Hankook Berlin E-Prix double-header. Hosted at the iconic Flughafen Tempelhof, one of the most recognisable locations the all-electric championship visits each year, the circuit and its track conditions are very unique.
Tackling the concrete slabs initially designed for planes and not electric racing cars means that the Hankook tyres will be pushed to their limits on the abrasive surface.
As well as that challenge, these rookies might have to balance the unpredictable spring weather conditions and wrap their heads around the unique challenges of energy management at pace, as they aim to impress.
This will be the third time the test has been held in Berlin, with the prior three rookie tests completed in Marrakesh, Morocco.
Why do drivers take part?
For those curious about electric racing and competing in the world's leading electric racing championship, the rookie test is a fantastic opportunity to try it out first-hand.
With the grid always being packed to the brim with such a high standard of talent, finding a seat can be a challenge - so much so, journalists and drivers alike have called the Formula E field the best in motorsport.
However, you’re more likely to get the attention of the big bosses if you impress in the test.
Who is confirmed for the 2025 Berlin Rookie Test?
Here is the full confirmed list of drivers for the Berlin Rookie Test:
|
Team |
Driver |
Driver |
|
Andretti |
Jak Crawford |
Frederik Vesti |
|
CUPRA KIRO |
Callum Voisin |
Bianca Bustamante |
|
DS PENSKE |
Nikita Bedrin |
Danil Kvyat |
|
Envision Racing |
Johnathan Hoggard |
Zak O’Sullivan |
|
Jaguar TCS Racing |
Jamie Chadwick |
Leonardo Fornaroli |
|
Lola Yamaha ABT |
Alessandro Giusti |
Hugh Barter |
|
Mahindra Racing |
Dino Beganovic |
Kush Maini |
|
Maserati MSG Racing |
Théo Pourchaire |
Arthur Leclerc |
|
NEOM McLaren |
Ella Lloyd |
Alex Dunne |
|
Nissan |
Abbi Pulling |
Gabriele Minì |
|
TAG Heuer Porsche |
Ayhancan Güven |
Elia Weiss |
The Rookie Tests have been a proven pathway to Formula E too, with the likes of current championship contender Taylor Barnard (NEOM McLaren), multi-race winner Nick Cassidy (Jaguar TCS Racing), Jake Hughes (Maserati MSG Racing) Max Guenther (DS PENSKE) and former champ Nyck de Vries (Mahindra Racing) all graduating from rookie tests into full-time seats.
SCHEDULE: Where, when and how to watch or stream the 2025 Hankook Berlin E-Prix Rounds 13 & 14
Free Practice 1: 16:00 local (14:00 UTC), Friday 11 July
Free Practice 2: 09:00, (07:00 UTC) Saturday 12 July
Qualifying: 11:20 (09:20 UTC), Saturday 12 July
Round 13: 16:00 (14:00 UTC), Saturday 12 July
Free Practice 3: 09:00, (07:00 UTC) Sunday 13 July
Qualifying: 11:20 (09:20 UTC), Sunday 13 July
Round 14: 16:00 (14:00 UTC), Sunday 13 July
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