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Lola Cars – a name synonymous with CART, Le Mans 24 Hours success and occasional F1 entries – is set to return to international motorsport and enter Formula E next season
Lola Cars, known for its success in CART, Le Mans 24 Hours, and occasional Formula 1, is making a comeback in international motorsport by entering Formula E next season. Owned by Till Bechtolsheimer, the company will debut with a Gen3 test car this month and plans to hit the track early this summer after registering as an official Formula E manufacturer. Expected to join as a powertrain supplier and form a partnership with an existing team, Lola has made strategic recruitments in recent months, adding key industry figures to its roster. Bechtolsheimer sees Formula E as a platform for innovation and investment, aiming to establish Lola as a prominent force in modern motorsport. The company’s return to racing signifies a new chapter in its rich history, dating back to its foundation in 1958 by Eric Broadley and subsequent successes under Martin Birrane’s leadership. With a vision for a successful future in motorsport, Lola is gearing up for an exciting journey ahead under Bechtolsheimer’s guidance.
