Nissan have today announced that they will commit to the FIA Formula E championship until at least the year 2030, taking them into the GEN4 era.
At a press conference in Tokyo ahead of the city’s first E-Prix, Nissan’s Managing Director and Team Principal, Tommaso Volpe, signed the official registration for FE manufacturers for Seasons 13 through until 16. FE’s CEO Jeff Dodds presented to Volpe a personalised Japanese Daruma doll, said to be a symbol of perseverance and good luck.
Formula E says the agreement “emphasises a long-term partnership aimed at advancing electric racing technology, and underscores Formula E, Nissan and the FIA’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of electric mobility and innovation on the global stage.”
In an official statement, Volpe said: “I’m delighted to confirm our long-term future in Formula E as a manufacturer.
“We’re also proud to be the first company to sign up until 2030, which is a big year for Nissan as we aim to match or exceed the targets set out in our Ambition 2030 pledge.
“Formula E is an incredible testing ground for new electric technology, and we can’t wait to continue to develop and compete until at least the end of Season 16.
“The team is on an upward trajectory, and our new headquarters will contribute massively to future growth, with advanced facilities helping us to develop our car for future seasons.
“A big thank you to Formula E Operations and to the FIA for their support – we’re very excited to continue working together.”
Dodds said: “We’re very happy at Formula E to see Nissan extending their involvement in the series until 2030.
“Nissan shares our values of promoting sustainability around the world, striving for the best automotive performance through electric solutions.
“Having a truly global brand like Nissan, with great presence in every country we visit and beyond, is vital for us as a truly global championship.
“It not only helps us promote the series to a wider and more diverse audience, but also contributes enormously to promote EV technology worldwide.
“Nissan is a highly respected manufacturer that is perfectly aligned with our goals and values, and we’re excited to see the role the marque will play in the bright future ahead of us.”
Season 10 has brought a great deal of positivity for Nissan, with the works team scoring two third place finishes with Oliver Rowland, with its powertrain helping NEOM McLaren’s Sam Bird to victory in Sao Paulo.
