Nissan commits to Formula E until 2030
Nissan has reaffirmed its Ambition 2030 electrification plans by committing to the FIA Formula E World Championship until at least 2030. The decision sees Nissan’s involvement in the series extending to at least 12 years, the longest ever FIA World Championship the Japanese brand has been a part of.
Nissan is the first constructor to commit to Formula until 2030 and documents were signed by Nissan Formula E Team managing director and team principal Tommaso Volpe at a press conference ahead of the Tokyo E-Prix. The company will now commit as a manufacturer to GEN4 of the sport
Running from Season 13 (2026/27) to Season 16 (2029/30), Formula E’s GEN4 technology will be the most advanced yet and will include enhanced energy efficiency with a regeneration capacity of up to 700kW, an increased power output of up to 600kW, and safety innovations, representing a significant step forward in electric vehicle racing technology.
Nissan’s Ambition 2030 is a long-term strategy to become an electrified car manufacturer and will see 34 electrified models introduced to its fleet between 2024 and 2030. The Formula E team are currently 6th in the constructors’ championship after four races of the 2023–24 season.
Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal, Nissan Formula E Team: “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.”
The Tokyo E-Prix takes place on Saturday 30th March at the Tokyo Street Circuit, Japan.
words: Mike Booth
pictures: Nissan