Formula E: Opel unveils the GSE 27FE race livery
The newsroomUpdated on October 8, 20263 minFormula E: Opel unveils the final livery of its GSE 27FE, with Mitch Evans and Théo Pourchaire. The first races take place on 18 and 19 December in Jeddah.
Key point
Opel has shown the black, silver and yellow race livery of the GSE 27FE for its Formula E debut with Mitch Evans and Théo Pourchaire; the first races are on 18 and 19 December in Jeddah.
German brand Opel has unveiled the final race livery of the GSE 27FE, the car it will use for its Formula E debut. The Opel GSE Formula E Team fields Mitch Evans and Théo Pourchaire for the 2026/27 season, with the first races of the Gen4 era scheduled for 18 and 19 December in Jeddah.
A black, silver and yellow livery
The Opel GSE 27FE builds on the testing livery and refines it. It is made up of three colour blocks: black, silver and yellow, a nod to Opel's historic racing liveries, according to RacingNews365. A metallic silver stripe runs down the centre of the car and acts as its visual spine.
The “Lightspeed Stripes”, pixelated lines first seen on the Mokka GSE Rally in 2025, cover the bodywork, while the bright yellow accents are named “Opel GSE Yellow”. The design comes from the brand's design team in Rüsselsheim, Germany. The livery was revealed ahead of the car's presentation at the Paris Motor Show.
Evans and Pourchaire behind the wheel
- Mitch Evans (New Zealand) leads the team. He has 16 wins in Formula E, making him the series' most successful driver according to RacingNews365, and arrives from Jaguar TCS Racing after ten years with that team. He praised the new livery.
- Théo Pourchaire is a Formula E rookie. He is a former Formula 2 champion.
- Sophia Flörsch remains test and development driver.
The launch calendar
According to Motorsport Week, the car is due to run in public for the first time at pre-season testing in Jarama, Spain, in mid-November. The season then opens with a double-header in Jeddah on 18 and 19 December, according to Formula E.
Alongside other Gen4 reveals
Opel is not alone in lifting the covers as the Gen4 era approaches. According to the articles linked by Motorsport Week, Envision showed its Gen4 livery at Cape Canaveral on 2 October, Bridgestone agreed a Gen4 tyre deal with Formula E on 1 October, and Mahindra confirmed Edoardo Mortara and Nyck de Vries on 29 September.
Key points
- Opel makes its Formula E debut in 2026/27 with the GSE 27FE.
- Final livery in black, silver and yellow.
- Mitch Evans (16 wins) and Théo Pourchaire form the driver line-up.
- First races in Jeddah on 18 and 19 December.
Frequently asked questions
When does Opel make its Formula E debut?
In the 2026/27 season, with the first races on 18 and 19 December in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Who drives the Opel GSE 27FE?
Mitch Evans, who joins from Jaguar TCS Racing after ten years, and Théo Pourchaire, a former Formula 2 champion and Formula E rookie. Sophia Flörsch is test and development driver.
What colours does the livery use?
Three colour blocks in black, silver and yellow, with a metallic silver stripe down the middle and yellow accents called “Opel GSE Yellow”.
Sources
- Formula E — Opel GSE unveils new livery for 2026/27 season
- Motorsport Week — Opel takes the covers off debut Formula E challenger
- RacingNews365 — Opel unveils striking Formula E livery ahead of maiden campaign
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