Maserati has committed to the all-electric Formula E series until 2030.
Confirmed:
- Italian manufacturer commits to Gen4 era starting in the 2026/27 season
- Unknown whether fellow Stellantis brand DS Automobiles will follow suit
Context:
Maserati follows Nissan, Jaguar, Porsche and Lola in committing to Formula E’s next era. Having lost manufacturers such as BMW, Mercedes and Audi in recent years, it’s an encouraging sign for the series that it has been able to reverse that momentum.
Comment:
“We are extremely proud to continue our commitment to as prestigious and innovative platform as Formula E,” said Santo Ficili, chief executive of Maserati.
“For this brand, the bond between the track and the road is unbreakable and the evolution of the single-seaters shows how many possibilities for development electric mobility holds.
“We will continue to draw major developments from the races in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, to transfer them into our 100 per cent electric range that now consists of the Grecale Folgore SUV, the iconic GranTurismo Folgore and the GranCabrio Folgore convertible.”
Jeff Dodds, chief executive of Formula E, added: “We are thrilled to confirm Maserati’s continued commitment to the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship by registering for the Gen4 era, alongside Stellantis Motorsport.
“They have both been a valuable part of our championship, and have demonstrated remarkable performances on track, while driving forward electric vehicle technology that benefits everyday road users.
“Their ongoing involvement alongside other global OEMs such as Nissan, Jaguar, Porsche and Lola, is a testament to Formula E’s status as a competitive and relevant platform for the future of electric mobility.
“We can’t wait to see the House of Trident continue its journey with Formula E and build into a new era of enhanced performance, innovation and on track action.”
Coming next:
The 2024/25 Formula E season gets underway with the São Paulo E-Prix on 7th December.
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