Nissan Commits to Formula E GEN4 Until 2030

Nissan has reaffirmed its commitment to Formula E, the all-electric international motorsports series for electric vehicles (EVs), by becoming the first manufacturer to commit to the upcoming GEN4 era of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship until at least 2030. This decision underscores Nissan’s plan to advance electric racing technology and aligns seamlessly with its Ambition 2030 EV plans.

The announcement was made during a press conference held in Tokyo, just ahead of the historic first-ever Formula E race in Japan. Nissan’s Formula E Team Managing Director and Team Principal, Tommaso Volpe, alongside FIA Senior Circuit Sports Director Marek Nawarecki and Formula E Chief Executive Officer Jeff Dodds, signed the official registration document, setting Nissan’s participation in Formula E for the upcoming seasons.

GEN4 technology promises to usher in a new era of electric racing prowess, featuring enhanced energy efficiency with a regeneration capacity of up to 700kW and an increased power output of up to 600kW. These advancements, coupled with safety innovations, convey a substantial leap forward in EV racing technology.

Nissan’s plans of testing its advancement of EV technology in Formula E will prove more innovation in its EV plans, where managing director of Nissan Formula E Team Tommaso Volpe stated, “If you want to promote your expertise in electrification using motorsport, there is no better place than Formula E.”

He continues to state, “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.”

Since joining Formula E in Season 5, Nissan has expanding its operations within the sport. The recent relocation of the Nissan Formula E Team headquarters to the Paris area emphasizes Nissan’s commitment to fostering growth and innovation within Formula E. Moreover, With Formula E serving as the ultimate testing ground for Nissan’s EV technology, this commitment also aligns seamlessly with Nissan’s Ambition 2030 plan.

As a global company operating in every country featured on the Formula E calendar, Nissan leverages the series to champion EV technology worldwide. The commitment to Formula E until 2030 asserts Nissan’s pivotal role in promoting electric mobility and improving its EV technology onto its EV lineup.

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