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McLaren Announces Formula E Exit to Focus on 2027 Hypercar Program

The team will conclude its Formula E campaign after the 2024/25 season, reallocating resources to its FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar entry and seeking new ownership for its electric racing operation.

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Ab der kommenden Saison startet McLaren nicht mehr in der Formel E
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Overview

  • McLaren confirmed its withdrawal from Formula E at the end of the 2024/25 season to prioritize its strategic shift toward endurance racing.
  • The decision aligns with McLaren's planned entry into the Hypercar class of the FIA World Endurance Championship in 2027.
  • Despite a strong start to the season, including three podium finishes by driver Taylor Barnard, the team will refocus resources on its Hypercar project.
  • The team, originally launched as HWA and later operated by Mercedes before McLaren's acquisition, is now searching for a new owner to ensure its future beyond the current season.
  • McLaren CEO Zak Brown and team principal Ian James expressed pride in the team's Formula E achievements and emphasized their commitment to a smooth transition.