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Both McLaren and Maserati MSG Formula E teams face uncertain futures. Is the series’ grid about to get smaller?
In recent weeks, news surfaced about the impending evolution of the NEOM McLaren team, with both names set to vanish after July, causing a stir in the Formula E grid.
Several teams, including NEOM McLaren and MSG Maserati, are facing financial challenges that need urgent resolution to ensure a strong team lineup for the Gen4 period beginning next year.
MSG Maserati has been ailing for years, accumulating a significant debt rumored to be around €15 million, posing a financial strain on the team.
While Formula E is providing financial support to struggling teams like MSG Maserati, such arrangements are not sustainable in the long run, raising concerns for the future of these teams.
The involvement of Stellantis Motorsport in potential team acquisitions and partnerships adds another layer of complexity to the situation, with ongoing negotiations and strategies at play.
As Formula E navigates these challenges, finding suitable investors and restructuring deals for teams like NEOM McLaren and MSG Maserati becomes crucial for the sustainability and competitiveness of the championship.
