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Ayhancan Guven’s Daring Leap: Could This DTM Champion Revolutionize Formula E Racing?

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
November 4, 2025
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Ayhancan Guven’s Daring Leap: Could This DTM Champion Revolutionize Formula E Racing?
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Is Ayhancan Guven the Next Racing Sensation Ready to Conquer Formula E?

The motorsport world is buzzing with whispers of a possible seismic shift as Ayhancan Guven, the newly crowned DTM champion, prepares to take a daring plunge into the electrifying realm of Formula E. This audacious transition comes on the heels of a series of high-profile moves by racing stars like Colton Herta and Kalle Rovanpera, who recently made their own leaps into the competitive circuits of Formula 2 and Super Formula, respectively. But Guven’s journey is unlike any other, and it’s one that has the potential to rewrite the narrative of motorsport careers.

What makes Guven’s potential shift so captivating? For starters, he boasts absolutely no single-seater experience, a fact that adds layers of intrigue to his story. He began his racing career at 19 in the Porsche Carrera Cup — a far cry from the high-speed, adrenaline-pumping world of single-seaters. However, this is precisely where the excitement lies: Guven’s unique background could be the secret ingredient that propels him to unforeseen heights.

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Earlier this year, Guven took a giant leap forward when he participated in a simulator test for Porsche. The results were nothing short of spectacular. He was subsequently offered a test seat in Pascal Wehrlein’s Porsche 99X Electric FE car, where he surprised everyone by finishing second overall at the Tempelhof test. This feat is particularly impressive when you consider that he outpaced seasoned drivers like Jak Crawford, Frederik Vesti, and Theo Pourchaire, who all have extensive experience in single-seater racing. Guven’s fastest lap clocked in at an astonishing 57.654 seconds—0.204 seconds quicker than Wehrlein’s best from the previous day!

But it wasn’t just speed that caught the attention of the Porsche engineers. They were equally amazed by Guven’s natural feel for the car and his ability to provide insightful feedback. His remarkable performance in the DTM, particularly his all-or-nothing pass on Marco Wittman that clinched his title at Hockenheim, showcases his daring and skill behind the wheel.

The question on everyone’s lips is: Could Ayhancan Guven be the next big crossover star in motorsport? Florian Modlinger, Porsche’s Director of Formula E, weighed in on the subject, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in drivers. “You have to look at the individual athletes first,” he stated. “What is their background? What is their driving style? Are they used to adapting to new cars?” These are crucial considerations when determining if a driver can seamlessly transition from one discipline to another.

Guven’s ability to acclimate to new racing environments is a testament to his potential. Modlinger highlighted that the skill of rapidly adapting to a simulator and then to a new car is a vital asset for any racer. Guven has managed to ace those tests, making him a strong candidate for a future in Formula E, especially as the Gen4 era looms on the horizon in 2026.

However, don’t let the excitement fool you. The world of Formula E is not solely about speed. It demands a complex interplay of skills, including communication with engineers, making real-time adjustments, and managing energy levels—all while pushing the car to its limits. “When you race the Formula E car on the limit,” Modlinger pointed out, “you need to have some brain capacities available to do other things with all the functions, the systems that are active in the car.”

While Modlinger remains cautiously optimistic about Guven’s potential, the accolades he earned during the rookie test and his DTM championship victory suggest that this rising star could soon be ready to light up the Formula E circuit. The buzz is real, and if Guven seizes the opportunity, he could redefine what it means to be a motorsport driver in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.

As the motorsport community watches with bated breath, one thing is certain: Ayhancan Guven is a name to remember, and his journey into Formula E could mark the beginning of a thrilling new chapter in his career. Buckle up; the race is just getting started!

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