Peugeot Confirms Vandoorne for 2026 as Vergne Shifts to Development, Jensen to Leave After Bahrain

Peugeot signals a 2026 reset via Vandoorne’s return alongside Vergne’s move to development.

Overview

Peugeot confirmed Stoffel Vandoorne will be part of its 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar roster after an earlier plan to depart was reversed.
Jean-Éric Vergne will step away from regular race duties to focus on a development role connected to Stellantis’ programs and his Citroën Formula E commitments.
Mikkel Jensen will make his final Peugeot start at the 8 Hours of Bahrain after 25 WEC races and three podiums with the 9X8.
Nick Cassidy and Théo Pourchaire are already secured as race drivers for Peugeot’s 2026 Hypercar lineup.
Vandoorne’s U-turn follows reporting that a Genesis Magma Racing move fell through, and media also reports Jensen is a McLaren target for 2027 and that Peugeot is evaluating a 9X8 successor.