Research notes
Phil Charles is one of the most influential technical figures in the Formula E paddock, a Loughborough University Automotive Engineering graduate. He began his career at Renault F1, rising through R&D and race engineering roles, and served as Race Engineer and Chief Race Engineer at Toro Rosso from 2013-2016. In 2017 he joined Jaguar Formula E as Technical Director for six years. At the start of 2024 he moved to DS PENSKE as Deputy Team Principal, overseeing technology, engineering, and even finance and team management. He is hailed as the team's 'Newey-esque' signing.