FORMULA E – McLaren will replace Mercedes next season

“The Formula E initiative not only reflects McLaren’s commitment to the electric race, but also aims to accelerate the sustainability process of McLaren Racing and reach a new, more diverse international audience,” presented the edition in a press release.

After Formula 1, Indycar, Extreme E and even e-sport, McLaren launches a new challenge by replacing the Formula E. title champion. solid.

There is no change in team leader

For his part the current director of Mercedes Formula E Ian James will not resign the arrival of McLaren “I look forward to the next chapter for the team and I will be a proud member of this ninth season. Until then, we will focus on achieving better results as a Formula E Mercedes-EQ team for the remainder of the current season.”

This is the second time they have entered this world one-seat electronic championship after the arrival of Maserati for next season. This year, Formula E traveled to 10 countries around the world in a total of 16 rounds competed. Next season will also welcome innovation with the arrival of the so-called “Gen3”, the most powerful cars.

As a reminder, some of the major motorcycle brands are already part of the paddock, along with the Porsche, Nissan and Jaguar.