# Mitch Evans Leaves Jaguar for Opel in Formula E

> Mitch Evans, Formula E’s winningest driver, switches teams for GEN4’s high-performance electric racecar.
- Title: Mitch Evans Leaves Jaguar for Opel in Formula E · Maxim
- Summary: Mitch Evans, Formula E’s winningest driver, switches teams for GEN4’s high-performance electric racecar. Evans joins Opel after 10 seasons with Jaguar to…
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- Source: Maxim — https://maxim.com/sports/record-setting-formula-e-star-mitch-evans-on-leaving-his-jaguar-legacy-for-opel
- Published: 2026-09-28T10:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: mitch evans, jaguar, opel, formula e, gen4, attack mode, seattle, nfl
## Mitch Evans' Jaguar Legacy
Evans earned 10 pole positions, 38 podiums, and 16 wins with Jaguar over 10 seasons.

> I was fortunate to be part of that journey over many years, contributing on track as well as to the development work behind the scenes.
## Attack Mode Explained
Attack Mode boosts power temporarily when drivers intentionally veer off the racing line into an Activation Zone.
## GEN4 Car Specifications
GEN4 has a top speed of 208 mph, 600 kW output, and a 1.8-second 0, 62-mph time.
## Evans Joins Opel
Evans moves to Opel, a Stellantis team, after 10 seasons with Jaguar.
## Why Opel?
Evans praised Opel’s shared passion, clear ambitions, and access to Stellantis facilities in France.
## Performance Focus
Evans prioritizes teams that allow him to win races and challenge for championships.
## Miami E-Prix Victory
Evans won the Miami E-Prix to become Formula E’s winningest driver with 16 victories.
## Formula E’s Uniqueness
Formula E requires complex strategy, energy management, and teamwork unlike other racing series.
## Attack Mode Changes
Evans wants to reduce the time lost when activating Attack Mode but keeps its strategic complexity.
## Risk Management
Evans balances risk more carefully after 10 seasons but remains aggressive in decision-making.
## GEN4 Impact
GEN4’s power and complexity will reshape race strategy and overtaking in Formula E.
## Evans’ Excitement for GEN4
Evans expects GEN4 to present new challenges and reshuffle the racing grid.
## Key takeaway

Evans joins Opel after 10 seasons with Jaguar to compete in Formula E’s next-gen GEN4 car.