Overview

• He told Auto Motor und Sport that “Formula One is over” for him and emphasized it was time to give way to a new generation of drivers.
• Since retiring at the end of 2022, Vettel has focused on family time, educational programs, environmental projects and promoting women’s karting.
• Informal talks about advisory roles at Red Bull this year failed to change his decision, with family priorities and a lack of competitive driving offers keeping him retired.
• Vettel completed test drives in Porsche’s 963 Hypercar but was not chosen for either the 2024 or 2025 World Endurance Championship lineups.
• He has expressed enthusiasm for the team-based, shared-driving dynamic and streamlined schedule of the WEC and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.