Robin Frijns Calls Time on Single‑Seater Racing, Turns Full Focus to BMW Endurance Project

Robin Frijns, the 34‑year‑old Dutch driver who has moved from F1 testing to several seasons in Formula E, confirmed that his single‑seater career is over. He will now devote all his time to his BMW factory role in the World Endurance Championship.

Why it matters:

The move hits three key areas. Frijns has been a recognizable name in Formula E, so his departure creates a talent gap in a series that values experienced drivers. His feedback now backs BMW’s LMDh hyper‑car, a project that could shift the balance of power in endurance racing. Finally, his switch reflects a broader trend of single‑seater specialists moving to endurance programmes to extend their careers.

The details:

• Frijns’ final single‑seater season was 2024 in Formula E, finishing 12th overall after a broken wrist at the Mexico E‑Prix forced him to miss two races.
• He tested IndyCar once but dismissed it, saying the constant oval format doesn’t suit his margin‑focused driving style.
• At 34, he wants to race as long as he stays competitive, targeting a window that runs into his mid‑40s while helping BMW develop its LMDh car.

What's next:

Frijns will contest the full 2025 WEC schedule, eyeing podiums at Le Mans and the season‑ending Bahrain round. He hopes the BMW LMDh car finds stable performance quickly, giving him a chance to add endurance wins to his résumé. If the package delivers, he’s ready to stay with the German marque beyond 2027.

For now, he’s happy to leave single‑seaters behind and pour his energy into the long‑haul battles of modern endurance racing.