DS PENSKE has confirmed that Maximilian Guenther will drive for the team from Season 11 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.
he German joins DS PENSKE’s double champion Jean-Eric Vergne driving for the team through the 2024/25 campaign.
Guenther first joined the team in Season 4 when team owner Jay Penske offered him a debut seat in the championship. From there, the 27-year-old has gone on to secure five wins and 10 podiums across 83 races since, repesenting the likes of BMW Andretti and Maserati along the way.
“I’m very happy to be joining DS PENSKE,” says Guenther. “A powerhouse in the championship and a project with strong vision. We share the same ambitions and are all driven to be at the top of Formula E. Representing DS Performance, a manufacturer which has won several championships already is a real privilege. Same for being teammate with a champion like Jean-Eric Vergne, it’s something I really look forward to. A very special element for me is to drive for Jay’s team again, he brought me into the championship when I was 20 years old. I’m proud to be part of the team and excited of what we will build together in the future.”
Guenther’s teammate Vergne holds a number of records – including that for most points scored in Formula E history, the Frenchman having been a part of 130 of 132 races since Season 1.
“Having Max on the team feels right,” says Vergne. “His calm under the pressure and make bold moves on the track will be a huge asset to the team. We share a common goal to push the team to the top of the standings. With our combined skills and determination, I am looking forward to a thrilling season ahead!”
DS PENSKE sealed four podiums and third place in the 2023/24 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, improving two berths on Season 9’s result. Team boss Jay Penske sees the new pairing as a key ingredient in pushing the US-French outfit yet further up the field.
“I am very excited to welcome Max back to DS PENSKE,” says Penske. “His undeniable talent makes him a perfect fit for our ambitious objectives this season. His race craft is extraordinary, he combines a cool, strategic mindset with a fierce determination on track.
“Competing alongside Jean-Eric Vergne, the talented driver with most front-row positions last season, we are more driven than ever to achieve our championship goals. PENSKE AUTOSPORT concluded Season 10 of Formula E with a solid third place in the Teams’ championship. The Team is eager to build on past successes and continue their pursuit of excellence in the series.’
