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Of the 12 teams primed for Formula E’s first Gen4 grid, there’s one entity with the biggest question mark over what form it will take
The grid for the first Gen4 season of Formula E, set to start in December, currently consists of 12 teams and 24 cars, though entries are subject to change. Opel, part of Stellantis, is expected to join the grid with a new license at the Berlin E-Prix in May, racing alongside Citroen Racing.
Porsche has confirmed its participation in Formula E with a factory team based in Weissach, Germany. Andretti and Nissan will collaborate as customer and manufacturer providers, while Envision and Jaguar plan to continue their successful partnership. Kiro is likely to partner with Porsche, and Mahindra and Lola are expected to participate as manufacturer teams.
Penske remains the only uncertain team with its partnership with DS ending in August, requiring strategic decisions regarding its future involvement in Formula E. Penske’s history in Formula E includes varying levels of technical collaborations and self-developed technologies, with their next move crucial for achieving success in Gen4. Technical chief Phil Charles is leading the effort towards a self-generated technical package to improve the team’s competitiveness in the upcoming season.
