Key Takeaways (TL;DR):
- End of Two-Year Tenure: Maximilian Günther has officially confirmed his departure from DS Penske following the conclusion of the 2025/26 Formula E season.
- Envision Move Envisioned: The 29-year-old German driver is set to join Envision Racing for the upcoming Gen4 era, having already completed early track testing with the British outfit.
- Stellantis Restructuring: DS exits Formula E alongside the Gen3 era, paving the way for parent group Stellantis to realign its motorsport presence through Citroën and Opel.
While the German driver has yet to formally detail his long-term contract, he has secured an agreement to join Envision Racing ahead of the Gen4 era. Günther has already driven the new Gen4 machinery during initial private testing sessions with the team.
Günther joined DS Penske for the 2024/25 campaign, claiming a victory in his third race with the team at Jeddah. Later that season in Shanghai, he earned another victory—becoming the first driver in series history to win a race featuring Pit Boost—while leading DS Penske to a 1-2 finish alongside teammate Jean-Éric Vergne.
“London marked my final race weekend with DS Penske. Over two seasons, we shared many memorable moments, victories, poles, and challenges that we overcame together. I am deeply grateful to everyone on the team for their commitment and hard work, but above all, for the close bonds we built throughout this journey.
“It was an incredible chapter in my career. The Gen4 era is almost here, and I’m very excited for what lies ahead,” Günther concluded.
Günther’s departure coincides with a broader structural transition for the team and its manufacturer partner. DS Automobiles is departing Formula E as part of a wider motorsport reorganization by parent group Stellantis, which will refocus its electric motorsport program around Citroën and Opel for the Gen4 ruleset. Penske retains its grid entry and will announce its future manufacturer alignment in due course.
Formula E action resumes on November 16, 2026, with official Gen4 pre-season testing at the Circuito de Jarama in Madrid, Spain.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Where is Maximilian Günther heading for the Gen4 Formula E era?
Maximilian Günther has reached an agreement to drive for Envision Racing starting in the 2026/27 season, having already tested their Gen4 prototype.
What were Maximilian Günther’s primary achievements with DS Penske?
During his two seasons with DS Penske, Günther secured two victories (Jeddah and Shanghai). His Shanghai win made him the first driver to triumph in an E-Prix using the Pit Boost format.
Why is DS leaving Formula E?
DS is exiting the championship as parent company Stellantis reorganizes its motorsport footprint, transitioning its Formula E manufacturer commitments to sister brands Citroën and Opel for the Gen4 era.
