Porsche Motorsport has unveiled a significant strategic expansion of its Formula E program, confirming it will add a second factory team starting from the 2026-27 season. This bold move will establish Porsche as the first manufacturer to field four works cars on the Formula E grid.
The expansion will bring the total number of Porsche-powered entries to six, including the four factory cars and an additional customer team. All six Porsche 99X Electric race cars will compete under the new GEN4 regulations, which promise a major performance leap with over 600 kW of power.
Porsche will base its new factory team at its state-of-the-art Weissach Development Centre. The team will operate separately from the existing works squad, managing its own distinct racing and technical programs under the Porsche banner.
DEDICATED to electric racing and GEN4 🤩@PorscheRaces is underlining its commitment to the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, with the intention to field four cars from Season 13. pic.twitter.com/Oo2mOQafMI
— Formula E (@FIAFormulaE) November 17, 2025This structure is a key part of Porsche’s long-term strategy. It is designed to create a clear pathway for developing new talent, providing valuable experience not only for drivers but also for engineers and technical staff. The initiative aims to foster growth and performance across the entire motorsport division.
Thomas Laudenbach, Vice President of Porsche Motorsport, emphasised the importance of this expansion for the brand’s legacy. “Our heritage in traditional motorsport is unique and is reflected in every Porsche. In the future, we want to be able to say the same about electric motorsport,” he stated.
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Laudenbach also highlighted the commercial and technical logic behind the decision. He noted that Formula E offers a highly attractive balance between effort and return compared to other racing series. Furthermore, the championship provides a direct platform for developing technical solutions relevant to future Porsche production sports cars.
