Have you ever watched a Formula E race? You’re not alone.

Less than a year later, those colors adorned his gear once more—not in celebration of a win, but as he began a new chapter in Formula E. For young drivers, Formula 1 is the ultimate goal.

Formula E now enters its eleventh season, but it could be the most interesting chapter yet. The cars may look relatively similar to those raced in the last championship, but underneath they’re ...