The long-expected confirmation comes only weeks after it was revealed ahead of the Tokyo E-Prix that Lola Cars would be returning to motorsport after more than a decade away, while Yamaha would be venturing into four-wheel racing again for the first time since 1997.
Ahead of this weekend’s Misano E-Prix, Abt has confirmed it will run the newly developed powertrain when its current partnership with Mahindra ends at the end of this season.
“We are delighted to have found two renowned partners for our future in Formula E,” said ABT CEO and team principal, Thomas Biermaier.
“Of course, it will be a big challenge for a new manufacturer to enter and establish itself in a world championship.
“But during our discussions and negotiations over the past few months, we have clearly sensed how skilled, motivated and determined Lola and Yamaha are to make this project a success – just like every member of our team.”
Abt has enjoyed plenty of success in the all-electric championship since its inception in 2014, winning the drivers’ title with Lucas di Grassi in 2016-17 and the teams’ championship the following season, all in partnership with Audi.
After the German manufacturer withdrew from the championship in 2021, Abt also pulled out of the category before returning ahead of the 2023 season in collaboration with Cupra.
Source: Autosport