Lola Cars has unveiled its return to global motorsport through a technical partnership with Yamaha Motor Company, thus joining the FIA ABB Formula E World Championship from Season 11 onwards.
The prominent motorsport marque, with over 500 championship wins, will collaborate with Yamaha to develop and supply a high-performance electric powertrain to compete in the world's premier all-electric single-seater racing series. This partnership marks a milestone in Lola's efforts to reaffirm itself as a leading group in motorsport design and engineering.
Mark Preston, Motorsport Director of Lola Cars Ltd, expressed his excitement for this venture into Formula E, highlighting its significance as a technological development platform. Lola will focus on creating unique electrified platforms with an emphasis on software, as part of its vision to shape the future of automotive technology.
Till Bechtolsheimer, Chairman of Lola Cars Ltd, emphasized the relevance of partnering with Yamaha and the project's focus on technological advancement. Yamaha's efficient 350 kW electric powertrain technology is seen as pivotal with exciting applications across various elite international motorsport categories in the years ahead.
Heiji Maruyama, Executive Officer and Director of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., underscored Yamaha's commitment to sustainability and advanced energy management technologies. Collaborating with Lola reflects both partners' shared philosophy on sustainable motorsport.
Since its acquisition in 2022, Lola Cars has been developing its program from its headquarters in Silverstone, UK, building upon its legacy as a leading manufacturer of race cars for customers. Founded in 1958 by Eric Broadley, Lola has achieved unparalleled success in various motorsport championships around the world.
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