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Nico Müller was recently announced as a Porsche works driver.
Nico Müller has had a successful off-season, securing deals with both ABT Cupra and Andretti in Formula E. He left ABT Cupra after the season finale in London, having shown improvement throughout Seasons 9 and 10. Despite initial struggles in Formula E, Müller’s talent was always recognized, especially by ABT, where he finished as a runner-up in DTM. Porsche’s interest in Müller began when he caught their attention with impressive performances, leading to him becoming a works driver for the manufacturer. With Porsche’s support, Müller is expected to challenge the top drivers in Formula E and potentially even replace da Costa in the factory team based on his performance with Andretti. This season could be a turning point for Müller, as he finally has a competitive car to fight for podiums and victories.