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The Citroen name could be heading to Formula E in place of Maserati as early as next season as part of a raft of changes to the Stellantis suite of brands
Citroen is likely to replace Maserati in Formula E next season, with Stellantis considering significant changes to its suite of brands and approach to FE. The exact timing of Citroen’s involvement is still being finalized within Stellantis Motorsport.
Having ended its successful run in the World Rally Championship in 2019, Citroen is now focused on supporting young talent in WRC2 and WRC3 competitions. Stellantis Motorsport is planning for Citroen to join the Gen4 era of Formula E alongside the Opel brand in the near future.
DS Automobiles also has the option to continue competing in Formula E under the Gen4 rules. Stellantis’ decision-making process for its brands in motorsport was somewhat affected by the resignation of former CEO Carlos Tavares.
Recently appointed Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa is set to take charge on June 23, following Stellantis’s commitment to the Gen4 rules set last autumn. Maserati’s future in Formula E is uncertain, with considerations being made to replace it with either Citroen or Opel before the Gen4 era begins in 2026.
