Opel enters formula e championship in 2026 with gse team
Opel is officially joining the Formula E championship starting in the 2026/2027 season, marking a significant move into electric motorsport. The German automaker will compete as the Opel GSE Formula E Team, a four-year agreement announced by Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds and Opel CEO Florian Huettl at a press conference ahead of the Madrid E-Prix.
Opel gse formula e team set to debut in 2026
The announcement follows months of speculation surrounding Opel's entry into the all-electric racing series. The GSE, standing for "Grand Sport Electric," signifies the team's commitment to dynamic electric vehicles designed for everyday use. This isn't a new venture for Opel; they pioneered the electric brand series with the ADAC Opel Electric Rally Cup in 2021.
The team will field a GEN4 race car boasting up to 816 hp – a substantial increase of over 340 hp compared to previous generations – and permanent all-wheel drive. This represents the largest performance leap in Formula E's 13-year history. The motorsport division of Opel, led by Team Principal and Motorsport Director Jörg Schrott, is already operational and preparing for the season's commencement.
This development arrives amidst other changes in the Formula E landscape. DS Automobiles announced its withdrawal from the series just yesterday, following Maserati's departure at the start of the current season. Citroën stepped in as a new competitor.
The Madrid street circuit will host the premiere of the new cars. The team is comprised of vehicle, development, and strategy engineers, alongside operational management, all working to ensure a successful debut. The commitment extends beyond the track; this move reinforces Opel's long-term vision for an electric future.
The GEN4 cars represent a quantum leap in Formula E performance. The team’s preparations are well underway; the engineering team is fully assembled and focused on delivering a competitive edge.
The move signifies a strong belief in the future of electric mobility – and Opel is betting big on it.