The Maserati MSG Formula E team insists it’s “business as usual” despite the recent collapse of a planned takeover deal, as team principal Cyril Blais maintains that focus remains firmly on performance and results.
A doubtful future?
As reported by The Race, a deal for entrepreneur Brooklyn Earick to take control of the team fell through after some key financial commitments were not fulfilled. Despite being introduced as chairman and CEO during the Jeddah E-Prix weekend, the arrangement quickly unravelled and Earick’s social media posts have since been deleted.
Following the failed acquisition, Formula E has taken temporary stewardship of the team, exercising its right to reclaim ownership if financial obligations are not met. New investors are being actively sought to stabilise the operation.
Strong results for Maserati despite uncertainty regarding Formula E takeover
Ironically, the team delivered its strongest results of the season during the same Jeddah race weekend. In fact, Jake Hughes secured a podium with third place in Race 2. Stoffel Vandoorne charged from last on the grid to finish sixth, helping boost morale during a turbulent period as well.
Blais told The Race this week that he remains optimistic about the team’s trajectory. “We won’t deviate. I want the team to focus on performance, not the background noise,” he said.
He added that the engineers and drivers remain highly motivated and united. “We’ve got two top drivers—arguably the strongest line-up in Formula E.”
Maserati’s commitment to Gen4 remains firm
Despite speculation that Maserati may be replaced by another Stellantis brand for Formula E’s Gen4 era starting in 2026, company officials reaffirmed their intent to stay. The Gen4 entry registered by Stellantis Motorsport allows them to choose which brand will represent the group. However, Maserati says it remains committed.
Maria Conti, head of Maserati Corse, reiterated this stance in a recent interview. “We decided to invest in motorsport. We still need the Formula E programme to support our electric strategy,” she explained.
Maserati’s broader electric vehicle push has faced challenges. Sales dipped by 57% in 2024, while the anticipated electric MC20 was scrapped due to lack of market demand. Nevertheless, Conti stressed that the manufacturer’s commitment to electric innovation remains steadfast and is closely tied to the Formula E project.
“We’re confident in our direction,” she said. “We’re continuing our dual path with both combustion and electric vehicles—and Formula E is vital to that journey.”
