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Opel, why talks with Schumacher never became a Formula E deal
The German brand explored a possible link with Schumacher, but the project never found the right conditions to move forward.
2 September 2026 1 min read 11 views
Opel explored the possibility of reaching an agreement linked to Mick Schumacher, but the talks never reached a decisive stage. The idea was centered on Formula E, where the Stellantis brand has long been looking for a stronger role.
The main obstacles were reportedly the overall setup of the project and the lack of a truly convincing match for both sides. For now, the idea remains only an exploratory contact.