Formula E: Maserati commits to Formula E's GEN 4 era
Maserati has announced that it will be continuing its commitment to the all-electric single-seater series, the Formula E World Championship as a manufacturer of the GEN4 generation of cars, starting from Season 13 (2026/2027).
The Modena-based automaker isexplained that it has elected to stay commited to Formula E in order to "emphasise the importance of its commitment to its top-end electric series by lining up on the starting grid of the GEN4 single-seaters, which should give manufacturers even more room for development."
Maserati made its debut in Formula E in 2023, with the Tipo Folgore single-seater, when third-generation vehicles were lined up on the starting grid.
Starting with the upcoming Season 11, the cars will feature a significant increase in performance with "GEN3 EVO". Ahead of the major GEN4 update, the interim generation achieves an output of up to 350 kW, four-wheel drive at full power in specific moments of the race and a recovery of up to 600 kW.
The latest car boasts a step change in performance, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 1.82s - 36% faster than its predecessor. The GEN4 project aims to achieve an even higher level of performance, with four wheel drive throughout the race and further enhancements to power.
Commenting on the announcement Maserati CEO Santo Ficili added: “We are extremely proud to continue our commitment to as prestigious and innovative platform as Formula E. For this brand, the bond between the track and the road is unbreakable and the evolution of the single-seaters shows how many possibilities for development electric mobility holds.
"We will continue to draw major developments from the races in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, to transfer them into our 100% electric range that now consists of the Grecale Folgore SUV, the iconic GranTurismo Folgore and the GranCabrio Folgore convertible”.
Reflecting on Maserati's decision, Formula E's CEO Jeff Dodds commented: "We are thrilled to confirm Maserati’s continued commitment to the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship by registering for the GEN4 era, alongside Stellantis Motorsport.
"They have both been a valuable part of our championship, and have demonstrated remarkable performances on track, while driving forward electric vehicle technology that benefits everyday road users.
"Their ongoing involvement alongside other global OEMs such as Nissan, Jaguar, Porsche and Lola, is a testament to Formula E's status as a competitive and relevant platform for the future of electric mobility. We can't wait to see the House of Trident continue its journey with Formula E and build into a new era of enhanced performance, innovation and on track action."
