Sebastien Buemi hints at potential Formula E return after stepping down
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 8:59 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Sebastien Buemi has indicated that the London E-Prix may not be his final appearance in Formula E, despite stepping down from Envision Racing at the season's end. Buemi, the 2015-16 champion, stated he does not want to close any doors regarding a possible return. His decision comes amid a packed schedule that limits his availability next year, especially with the introduction of new Gen4 cars. While he will focus on the World Endurance Championship, Buemi’s role with Envision will include advisory and development tasks, alongside participation in certain tests and races.
- •Buemi will leave his position at Envision Racing after 12 seasons.
- •He is expected to fulfill an advisory role with Envision in the upcoming season.
- •Buemi remains active in the World Endurance Championship with Toyota.
- •Formula E's chief championship officer expressed willingness to welcome Buemi back.
- 8:59 AMMotorsport.com — Sebastien Buemi not ruling out Formula E comeback: “I don’t want to close any doors”
- 8:59 AMYahoo Sports — Sebastien Buemi not ruling out Formula E comeback: “I don’t want to close any doors”
"Sebastien Buemi says this month’s London E-Prix may not end up being his final race in Formula E, leaving the door open to a comeback in the future. Earlier this month, Envision announced that 2015-16 champion Buemi will step down from his seat at the end of the season, bringing his 12-year stint in the all-electric championship to a conclusion. Although he had previously been able to ...Keep reading
"While Lucas di Grassi may be calling time on his career as a professional driver, Buemi will continue to race in the WEC, and could yet return to Formula E in the future
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External links- Motorsport.comAug 26, 2026, 8:59 AMSebastien Buemi not ruling out Formula E comeback: “I don’t want to close any doors”
Sebastien Buemi says this month’s London E-Prix may not end up being his final race in Formula E, leaving the door open to a comeback in the future. Earlier this month, Envision announced that 2015-16 champion Buemi will step down from his seat at the end of the season, bringing his 12-year stint in the all-electric championship to a conclusion. Although he had previously been able to ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 8:59 AMSebastien Buemi not ruling out Formula E comeback: “I don’t want to close any doors”
While Lucas di Grassi may be calling time on his career as a professional driver, Buemi will continue to race in the WEC, and could yet return to Formula E in the future
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