Overview
- Opel, which announced Wednesday it has appointed 25-year-old Sophia Flörsch as test and development driver, is assembling the new Opel GSE Formula E Team for a 2026/27 debut.
- Flörsch has begun simulator work and is set to take part in the official Gen4 car presentation in Le Castellet in April.
- The incoming Gen4 cars are reported to deliver more than 800 horsepower with all-wheel drive, increasing the value of detailed driver input during development.
- Team boss Jörg Schrott said her feedback in the simulator and on track will guide improvements to Opel’s Gen4 package.
- Sportbild reported CEO Florian Huettl signed a four-year deal tied to the entry, a sign of long-term intent that aligns with Opel’s stated focus on nurturing young talent through its GSE brand.