André Lotterer and David Beckmann reserves at Porsche

Porsche has chosen André Lotterer and David Beckmann as reserve drivers for the next season of Formula E in support of its holders Antonio Félix da Costa and Pascal Wehrlein.

« Next season, our team will benefit from André's wealth of experience in Formula E, says Florian Modlinger, Porsche Factory Motorsport Director in Formula E. With David, we also have a young driver who we know well. He can also support us with the skills and experience he gained with our Porsche 99X Electric. »

With André Lotterer (42), Porsche celebrated its successful debut in Formula E in November 2019 by taking second place with the Porsche 99X Electric in the opening round in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia. After a season of competition for new customer team Porsche Avalanche Andretti, the three-time Le Mans winner's main priority will be the World Championship.Endurance FIA with Porsche Penske Motorsport team.

« After 26 years in car, I decided to close this chapter of my career and focus on the challenge of winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the FIA ​​World Endurance Championship with the Porsche 963, he declares. At the same time, I am excited to continue supporting Porsche with my experience in Formula E. »

« I look forward to continuing my work with Porsche and supporting the team in this demanding and diverse racing series, adds David Beckmann. It's an excellent job. I can better familiarize myself with the Porsche 99X Electric and gain crucial experience to continue my career in Formula E. »

Czech Gabriela Jílková (28) supports the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E team as a simulation and development driver. As a rookie, she drove the Porsche 99X Electric during pre-season testing in Valencia in October.

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