McLaren set for shock motorsport series exit

McLaren Trophy America “New Challenge” For Pintos

Photo: Adam Pigott/McLaren Inaugural McLaren Trophy Europe champion Tommy Pintos says his campaign in the British manufacturer’s American branch of the single-make series presents a “new challenge” as he gets to grips with new circuits and a new field of competitors in the U.S. After winning the first-ever season of McLaren Trophy Europe driver’s title in 2023, the Spaniard continued his overseas effort in 2024, finishing runner-up in the points…

McLaren to pull out of Formula E amid WEC entry – report

McLaren is to pull out of Formula E after announcing its decision to commence a Hypercar project for the World Endurance Championship, according to reports. Formula 1 journalist Joe Saward has written in his Business of Motorsport newsletter that the team will depart the all-electric championship, with resources now being ploughed into its Hypercar, scheduled for 2027. However, it is currently unclear if the team as a whole will withdraw, or if …

McLaren set for shock motorsport series exit

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McLaren set to exit Formula E as team seeks new identity for Gen4 era

The NEOM McLaren Formula E Team is facing a significant transformation as it prepares for the Gen4 era. The prestigious McLaren name likely to exit the electric racing series from 2026 onwards. According to media reports, McLaren CEO Zak Brown has informed team principal Ian James that McLaren will not continue its involvement into the Gen4 period. This necessitates new commercial partnerships, naming rights, and manufacturer alliances for the t…

McLaren name set to disappear from Formula E

The McLaren name looks set to disappear from Formula E next year with a new-look, team name and fresh investment needed for the entry to continue into the Gen4 era from the end of 2026 onwards.The Race learned at the Jeddah E-Prix in February that McLaren CEO Zak Brown gave notice to team principal of the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team, Ian James, that it would not continue into Gen4 and that alternative commercial, naming and manufacturer partners…