Overview

• Robin Frijns ends a six-year partnership with Envision after scoring just 23 points in 2024-25 and finishing 19th in the standings.
• Former Jaguar reserve Joel Eriksson has moved ahead in Envision’s selection process thanks to his stand-in performances and existing rapport with the team.
• Jake Hughes, Stoffel Vandoorne and BMW protégé Theo Pourchaire are among other contenders in talks to fill the open seat.
• McLaren’s recent withdrawal from Formula E has reduced the grid to 20 cars, ramping up competition for the remaining full-time drives.
• Budget constraints and looming Gen4 technical regulations are leading teams to prioritise familiar or cost-effective driver contracts.