A move confirmed on 11 November
Robert Shwartzman joins Lola for his Formula E debut as the championship enters GEN4. The 11 November announcement confirms he has tested the Lola T004 with the team and technical partner Yamaha. Mark Preston values his adaptability while acknowledging the challenge of joining a series with experienced drivers.
A verified junior championship pedigree
Formula 3’s official profile records him as its 2019 champion with PREMA. That achievement provides a verified reference from his career before his moves into other categories. This article’s photograph dates from his junior years in 2018; it illustrates the driver rather than the presentation of Lola’s new project.
Turning testing into race performance
APEX analysis: initial testing establishes that preparation is underway, but does not automatically offer a competitive comparison between teams. Repeatable pace, energy management and official-weekend execution will matter in assessing the debut. Experience in other categories can help adaptation; its value in Formula E will be measured by results on track.
A dual programme ahead
Shwartzman explained that he will combine WEC and Formula E commitments after not racing in 2026. The double programme brings an intensive return. Coordinating preparation for the two championships therefore becomes another aspect to follow in his new chapter.
