Dan Ticktum has claimed he will “prove the doubters wrong” as the British driver continues to settle into his new home at Fortescue Zero Racing ahead of the 2026/27 Formula E season.
A timely arrival from Formula E’s newest challenger Fortescue
Ticktum has always been a favourite in the Formula E paddock with his robust driving style making him a favourite. But a challenging 2025/26 season saw Ticktum slip behind teammate and rookie Pepe Marti in the championship. As a result, a question mark hung over his future and questions where asked as to whether he would experience the new GEN4 era.
“There was a time a couple of months ago where I thought I might not have a seat full stop. I then quite quickly got a few offers and this was always at the top of the pile.”
The top of the pile turned out to be a seat at newcomers Fortescue Zero Racing who embark on their debut season in Formula E and handed Ticktum their first seat.
“I think with a new team trying to find its footing and to figure out what kind of driver they want – obviously most people know what kind of driver I am – I’m very quick. I feel like I can do the driving round in circles pretty much better than anyone.”
“But you know, sometimes people can be a bit sceptical about how I can represent a brand. So I feel like I will prove all the doubters wrong.”
Confidence high despite scrutiny for Ticktum and Fortescue
The team and Ticktum will be under scrutiny heading into 2027 with the operation of Fortescue coming together in just two months following the team’s successful acquisition of the PENSKE operation.
Despite the timeframe, Ticktum has full confidence that his new venture will prove fortuitous.
“I’ve only been with the team a few weeks,” explained Ticktum. “I’ve tried to get in the simulator and understand the Jaguar systems and try to get to grips with things.”
“I think there’s very good people and the right level of investment to win races consistently. So, for me as a driver, it’s very motivating. They’re a great bunch of guys.”
Dan Ticktum predicts pre-season testing set to be testing for teams
Fortescue’s entry couldn’t be timelier as Formula E embarks on a new era with the arrival of GEN4. Pre-season testing in Madrid will prove the first opportunity for teams to get an insight into the competition. Speaking ahead of this Ticktum said to expect a lot of “teething issues” not only for Fortescue.
“I envision teething issues for all the teams up and down the grid,” he states. “I’m sure there will be. This is not a simple race car, by any stretch. It’s just about me trying to give the team the best feedback and work through the data as quickly as possible and sort out any problems we have. I have a good feeling.”
