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Porsche’s factory presence in Formula E is set to reach an entirely new level!
Porsche has confirmed its entry of a second factory team into Formula E for the Gen4 era beginning in 2026.
The Gen4 cars in Formula E are set to debut by the end of 2026, marking the 13th season of the all-electric racing series.
Porsche’s plan involves fielding four factory cars across two teams, all based in Weissach, Germany.
This decision follows Porsche’s recent exit from the World Endurance Championship as it shifts focus to IMSA and Formula E.
The move will make Porsche the first Formula E team to operate two factory teams, alongside maintaining a customer squad.
Porsche’s aim with the second factory team is to nurture new talents and further explore the possibilities of electric motorsport.
Thomas Laudenbach, Vice President Porsche Motorsport, highlights the significance of Formula E’s balance between effort and return, emphasizing its potential for developing technology relevant to road cars.
In celebrating 75 years of Porsche Motorsport next year, the company looks forward to a future intertwined with electric motorsport success stories and the cultivation of new talents at all levels.
