Opel Joins Formula E - CleanTechnica

German automaker Opel has officially entered the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship for Season 13, marking a significant shift in the electric racing landscape as the series transitions to the more powerful Gen4 technology. Opel’s entry, under the new Opel GSE Formula E Team, will be a full factory operation based in Rüsselsheim, Germany, led by Team Principal Jörg Schrott. This move is part of Stellantis’ broader motorsport realignment following DS Automobiles’ exit after Season 12, ending an 11-year tenure with notable successes including two double championships and 18 race wins. Opel’s participation aims to promote its Grand Sport Electric sub-brand as it moves toward a fully electric lineup in Europe by 2028. The Gen4 platform introduces a major technological leap with 600 kW power and permanent all-wheel drive, and Opel is already integrating engineers to develop this new race car. The announcement comes amid an intense Season 12 battle highlighted by Jaguar TCS Racing’s dominance