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Envision has completed its driver pairing for at least the next two seasons of the Formula E world championship with a star who finished second to Lando Norris in the 2017 European F3 series.
Envision has officially announced the signing of Joel Eriksson on a multi-year contract, extending through at least the next two Formula E seasons. This move makes Envision the first Formula E team to secure its driver lineup for the upcoming Gen4 era following the 2025/26 season, which will mark the end of the current Gen3 regulations. Despite initial links to other drivers like Vandoorne, Hughes, and Pourchaire, Eriksson quickly emerged as the top choice for the team due to his strong bond with Envision since his Formula E debut in 2018. His standout performance as a substitute for Frijns at the Season 10 Berlin E-Prix, where he impressed team principal Filippi with a ninth-place finish, sealed the deal for Eriksson’s full-time return to single-seater racing after challenging years in DTM and GT competition. Eriksson expressed immense relief and excitement about securing a competitive drive with Envision Racing, highlighting that while the journey ahead won’t be easy, he is mentally prepared for the challenge and grateful for the opportunity.
