Yamaha Motor Company and Lola Cars have announced a partnership to compete in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship from Season 11. The iconic motorsport brand, known for its numerous championship wins, will work with Yamaha to develop and supply a powertrain for the all-electric, single-seater race series starting in the 2024/25 season. This partnership will introduce an evolution of the current GEN3 race car.
Lola Cars’ Motorsport Director, Mark Preston, expressed excitement about returning to Formula E and highlighted the opportunity for technological development. Lola Cars has a history of success in chassis and aerodynamic design, and this project will focus on creating a unique electrified platform with software at its core.
Chairman of Lola Cars Ltd, Till Bechtolsheimer, emphasized the significance of partnering with Yamaha Motor Company for the Formula E venture. The collaboration aims to drive technological advancements in the world of motorsport, leveraging the efficient 350 kW electric powertrain that serves as a foundation for future applications in top-tier international racing.
Heiji Maruyama, Managing Executive Officer and Director at Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., stressed the company’s commitment to sustainability through research and development of new technologies. The partnership with Lola in Formula E represents an opportunity to advance energy management technologies through high-level electric racing, aligning with both companies’ philosophy of sustainable motorsport.
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