Robert Shwartzman joins Lola Formula E for GEN4 era

Here is a massive move for the electric championship: 27-year-old Robert Shwartzman is officially heading to the Formula E grid with Lola Formula E to contest the upcoming GEN4 era. Shwartzman has already been hard at work behind the wheel, testing the Lola T004 and collaborating closely with Lola alongside technical partner Yamaha in preparation for his debut.

It is a remarkable new challenge for a driver with a deeply impressive resume. Shwartzman began karting at the age of four, racking up numerous titles across Europe before stepping into single-seaters in 2014. From there, he claimed the 2018 Toyota Racing Series championship and stamped his authority on the international stage by winning the inaugural 2019 FIA Formula 3 Championship. A move to the FIA Formula 2 Championship followed, where he took multiple victories and finished as runner-up in 2021.

“The GEN4 car is an absolute beast and so much fun to drive, I really can’t wait to start the season and push it to the limit on what looks like a fantastic calendar.

His pedigree extends deep into Formula One as well. As a long-time member of the Ferrari Driver Academy from 2017 to 2022, he served as a Formula One Test and Reserve Driver for Scuderia Ferrari and Stake F1 Team, logging valuable laps in Free Practice sessions and leading simulator development. After his time in F1, he expanded his horizons into sports cars by racing in GT World Challenge Europe and the FIA World Endurance Championship, before crossing the Atlantic to join PREMA Racing in the NTT IndyCar Series.

“I’m very excited to join the Formula E grid and start this new chapter of my career with Lola,” Shwartzman said. “Formula E is such a competitive, unique championship and one I’ve wanted to race in for a long time. Balancing my commitments between WEC and Formula E is going to make for a demanding, non-stop season but honestly, after not racing in 2026, I missed it so much.”

“What makes joining this project so special is working with a legendary name like Lola as we enter the GEN4 era,” he added. “The GEN4 car is an absolute beast and so much fun to drive, I really can’t wait to start the season and push it to the limit on what looks like a fantastic calendar.”

Lola Formula E Team Principal Mark Preston welcomed the incoming talent, noting the hurdles of entering the championship as a newcomer. “Robert’s results and experience speak for themselves, and we are so pleased to be welcoming him to Lola Formula E,” Preston stated. “While he enters the series as a rookie facing a genuine learning curve against established grid veterans, his proven ability to adapt quickly across different categories makes him a highly promising prospect for the GEN4 era. He has already shown strong potential behind the wheel and has integrated well into the team, providing invaluable feedback as we prepare for Season 2027.”