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DS Automobiles unveiled its new DS Penske-run Gen3Evo challenger in Paris on Wednesday, but could that be the French manufacturer’s final Formula E design? Sam Smith explains the latest on Stellantis’s uncertain FE future
DS Automobiles introduced its new DS Penske-run Gen3Evo challenger in Paris, raising questions about its possible final Formula E design. The Formula E promoters are optimistic about the continued participation of DS and Maserati from the Stellantis Automotive group beyond 2026 during the Gen4 era. Jean-Eric Vergne and Maximilian Guenther will lead the DS Penske team in the upcoming 2024-25 season, aiming for their first victory since February 2023. Notably, DS Automobiles is the second most successful manufacturer in Formula E, with 18 E-Prix wins to date. Stellantis Motorsport’s FE situation may face complications due to factors outside of Formula E activity, with CEO Carlos Tavares highlighting concerns about potential delays in the automotive EV transition. As Gen4 plans emerge, the future of DS and Maserati in Formula E is under review, with a decision expected by the end of 2024 to ensure timely investment for the next season.
