P1racenews AI automatic summary:
This has been a difficult year for Formula E – not least because it’s lost one of its teams. Will it ever get back to a ‘full’ grid of 24 cars, or is there more value in consolidating a more premium package?
In 2025, Formula E faced various challenges despite the optimistic public relations portrayal.
The lineup stability of its grid was in question due to McLaren’s departure, the availability of the MSG license, and an open 12th slot for years.
The automotive industry’s uncertainties and geopolitical issues added to the complexity, with few major manufacturers showing serious interest in Formula E.
Stellantis’s potential introduction of Opel and Citroen to the series could provide some stability before the Gen4 era starts in 2026.
Formula E’s CEO Jeff Dodds remains positive about the future, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balance between the number of licenses and teams on the grid.
