Opel GSE reveals new livery for Formula E debut

Opel GSE has shown the final design of its new 27FE car ahead of its first Formula E season in 2026/27. The German manufacturer is joining the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship for the first time. Its new car features three main colours - black, silver and yellow - combining Opel's motorsport history with its future in electric racing.Opel GSE ready for Formula E debut with bold new lookThe new livery follows Opel's 'yellow means go' theme. The car uses Opel GSE Yellow along with dynamic lightspeed stripes, giving it a distinctive look for its Formula E debut. The design also takes inspiration from some of Opel's famous racing liveries from the past."With the final design of the Opel GSE 27FE, we show what Formula E looks like through Opel eyes," said Pierre-Olivier Garcia, Opel Global Brand Design Manager.ID@undefined Caption not available."Airflow becomes linework, energy becomes colour and efficiency becomes precision. Our motorsport heritage provides the DNA, German design provides the structure – and Formula E takes it into the future," added Garcia.Mitch Evans, Theo Pourchaire to lead Opel GSEMitch Evans will drive for Opel GSE after spending the last 10 years with Jaguar TCS Racing. He will be joined by Formula E rookie Theo Pourchaire, the former FIA Formula 2 champion.Evans was impressed with the final design of the car. "I think the final design looks fantastic. It builds on our concept and testing livery in a more refined way, while still feeling unmistakably Opel. The additional silver gives it a sharp and sophisticated appearance – and, most importantly, it looks fast," said Evans.Formula E 2026/27 calendarThe 2026/27 Formula E season will introduce the GEN4 era, with the championship set to feature 21 races across 13 events in 11 countries. The season will begin with a double-header in Jeddah in December 2026 and finish with another double-header in Tokyo in July 2027.The calendar includes three new race locations, while traditional Formula E venues such as Monaco, Berlin and London remain on the schedule.Also read: Jaguar to power Fortescue Zero Racing in Formula E's GEN4 eraStay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.