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Lola Cars has confirmed that it will be entering the fourth generation of Formula E which gets underway in 2026.
Lola Cars has officially committed to Formula E Gen4, marking their return to motorsport in the upcoming season of the all-electric series. The British manufacturer will also be participating in Formula E Gen3.5 next season through a technical partnership with Yamaha. This commitment to Gen4 solidifies Lola’s presence in Formula E until at least 2030, alongside Nissan, Jaguar, and Porsche. Lola’s motorsport director, Mark Preston, expressed excitement about the platform Formula E provides for innovation in powertrain and software development. Additionally, Lola will serve as the powertrain supplier for Abt in Gen3.5, reinforcing their significant return to top-tier motorsport after ceasing operations in 2012. Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds praised Lola’s commitment to the series, highlighting their trust in electrification and joint ambition for championship growth.
