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In a notable shake-up within the global motorsport scene, McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown has officially announced the team’s withdrawal from the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The British outfit, based in Woking, has decided to step back from the all-electric racing series to concentrate on broader strategic ambitions — particularly their planned return to endurance racing via the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), which is set to begin in 2027.

McLaren first entered Formula E in 2022 through the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team, marking a significant expansion of the company’s motorsport presence. Although their tenure in the series has been relatively short, the team managed to leave a meaningful impact. Over the course of their participation, McLaren secured one race victory and reached the podium six times. Their 2024–25 season has been especially strong, with rising star Taylor Barnard currently holding fourth place in the Drivers’ Championship. The team is also performing well in the overall Teams’ Standings, sitting comfortably in third position thanks to a consistent run of results.

Despite these achievements and their competitive form, McLaren has opted to exit Formula E at the end of the current season. In an official statement, Zak Brown expressed pride in the team’s accomplishments but emphasized that the decision is based on McLaren’s evolving strategic objectives. “We are immensely proud of what we have achieved in Formula E,” Brown said. “The series continues to play a vital role in the development of sustainable technologies and innovation in motorsport. However, we believe that now is the right time to shift our focus to other areas that are more aligned with the future vision of McLaren Racing.”

This future includes a prominent return to endurance racing — a discipline that has seen a resurgence in popularity and manufacturer involvement in recent years. The World Endurance Championship, which includes the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans, is expected to provide McLaren with a new platform to showcase its engineering prowess and compete on a global stage.

While McLaren continues to dominate in Formula 1 — currently leading the Constructors’ Championship after clinching the title in 2024 — and maintains a strong presence in the American IndyCar Series, their strategic reorientation reflects a broader vision. By stepping away from Formula E, the company is positioning itself for long-term success in disciplines that align more closely with its heritage and competitive goals.