DS to depart Formula E at the end of the season

DS Automobiles has announced that it will be departing the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship at the end of Season 12.

DS Automobiles is one of the most decorated manufacturers in Formula E history, famously becoming the first brand to secure back-to-back double titles.
Since joining the series in Season 2, the marque has secured four titles, 18 victories, and 55 podiums across more than 139 races.

They have a rich history in the sport, partnering with Virgin Racing before moving to Techeetah in 20218 and its most recent tenure being with Penske since 2023.

The team’s current drivers are Maximilian Guenther and Taylor Barnard with having the likes of Jean-Eric Vergne, Stoffel Vandoorne, Antonio Giovinazzi, Sergio Sette Camara and Nico Muller across many years.

At the end of Season 12 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, DS Automobiles is changing its sporting commitment to explore new areas of technological innovation. Within this framework, the Brand is focusing on its title partnership with SailGP Team France announced on January 15, 2026 and thus opening a new chapter in its evolution.
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