MWC26 Shanghai to Stage Live Formula E Showcase with 5G-Connected Gen3 Evo Car: GSMA Unveils Circuit X Experience

The Formula E Gen3 Evo Car: Technical Specifications

What Makes Gen3 Evo Special?

The Formula E Gen3 Evo is the state-of-the-art electric racing vehicle that will be showcased with a 5G modem and antenna fitted to demonstrate real-time connectivity in professional motorsport.

The Gen3 Evo demonstrates cutting-edge capabilities on the track, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.82 seconds—making it one of the fastest accelerating race cars in the world.

Envision Racing Formula E Gen3 Evo race car with FIA Formula E branding, displayed on a dark background with dramatic lighting

The new Formula E Gen3 Evo race car with blue accents, sponsor logos like PIF and ABB, positioned on a racetrack pit lane

Why 5G Connectivity Matters in Motorsport

Demonstrating 5G in High-Performance Environments

The Formula E showcase is designed to demonstrate how 5G connectivity performs at the cutting edge of professional motorsport:

• Real-time telemetry streaming at racing speeds
• Live onboard camera feeds with ultra-low latency
• Enhanced fan engagement through immersive experiences
• High-pressure connectivity testing where stakes are highest

Sihan Bo Chen, Head of Greater China at GSMA, stated:

“Our Formula E showcase is a perfect example, demonstrating how connectivity can power high-performance environments where the stakes are high.”

This isn’t just a racing display—it’s a 5G testbed in real-world, high-pressure environments, showing how mobile connectivity performs under extreme conditions.

Speakers and Key Attendees

Notable Speakers Attending

MWC26 Shanghai will feature prominent speakers from the world of technology, including:

Keynote Panel Confirmed

Major companies confirmed to participate include:

• AgiBot (robotics)
• CATL (Ningde Times – battery technology)
• Siemens China (industrial automation)
• Vodafone Asia (telecommunications)

Event Context: MWC26 Shanghai

About the Event

MWC26 Shanghai is one of Asia’s largest and most influential connectivity events, spotlighting:

• Advanced technology market in Asia
• AI and robotics
• Interconnected industries
• 5G innovation
• Electric mobility

Event Details

The Bigger Picture: Circuit X Initiative

Three-Year Program

The Circuit X program is a three-year initiative led by GSMA Foundry and Mobile World Capital, focused on:

• Advanced connectivity in motorsport
• Real-time data and telemetry
• New experiences for fans through AR/VR
• Security and surveillance drone operations
• Remote driving of vehicles via 5G networks

The program kicked off at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya and MWC26 Barcelona (March 1, 2026), with Shanghai being the next major showcase.

Key Partners

Official connectivity partner: Telefónica (providing 5G network coverage)

Other collaborators include:

Ericsson

NTT Data

Formula E

Prospeed

Domo Broadcast Systems

Barcelona Drone Center

Why This Matters

Electric Racing + 5G = Future of Connectivity

The Formula E showcase represents the convergence of three major trends:

Electrification: Sustainability-driven racing innovations

5G Connectivity: Real-time data streaming and telemetry

Fan Engagement: Immersive AR/VR experiences and live interaction

Perfect Timing

The showcase is strategically timed on the eve of the 2026 Shanghai E-Prix (May 31-June 1, 2025), bringing motorsport directly to the heart of Shanghai’s tech community.

The Bottom Line

MWC26 Shanghai to stage live Formula E showcase with 5G-connected Gen3 Evo car represents a historic convergence of electric racing, 5G connectivity, and consumer experience.

Attendees will experience:

• 10 Formula E simulators with prize giveaways
• Live onboard 5G streaming demonstrating connectivity at racing speeds
• 36% faster Gen3 Evo cars (0-100 km/h in 1.82 seconds)
• Exclusive behind-the-scenes from the Sanya E-Prix
• Formula E speakers and industry tech leaders

This is not just a tech conference—it’s a live demonstration of how 5G can power high-performance environments, with the same technology that will enable autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and immersive digital experiences in the near future.