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Lola is the first manufacturer to commit to a full-fledged Formula E programme since 2019. More could well follow – but what is the outlook for those already on the grid?
It seems that a second wave manufacturer boom could be on the horizon for Formula E with Lola expected to join in the upcoming season and possibly in the Gen4 era as well. This move could attract more manufacturers to the electric motorsport scene. Despite facing challenges in the past, Formula E has managed to hold its ground, rebuild, and make the series appealing to new manufacturers with the right structure in place. The addition of Lola alongside established names like Jaguar, Nissan, Porsche, DS, Mahindra, Maserati, and ERT signals a potential revitalization for the championship. Formula E’s CEO, Jeff Dodds, appears optimistic about new manufacturers showing genuine interest in joining the championship, paving the way for a more competitive and diverse field in the future.
