Japanese OEM to compete in the all-electric FIA World Championship until at least 2030
Nissan announced its commitment to the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship until at least 2030, reinforcing its Ambition 2030 electrification plans. Running from Season 13 (2026/27) to Season 16 (2029/30), Formula E’s GEN4 technology will be the most advanced yet, and is set to continue the series’ status as the world’s most innovative laboratory for electric mobility solutions.
During a press conference held in Tokyo ahead of the first ever Formula E race in Japan, Nissan Formula E Team managing director and team principal Tommaso Volpe signed the official registration document for car manufacturers in the FIA Formula E World Championship for Seasons 13 (2026/27) to 16 (2029/30), together with FIA Senior Circuit Sport Director Marek Nawarecki and in the presence of Formula E Chief Executive Officer Jeff Dodds. The agreement ratifies Nissan’s commitment as a manufacturer to GEN4 of the sport, becoming the first constructor confirmed to take part in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship until 2030.
This decision will see Nissan’s involvement in Formula E stretch to at least 12 years, making it the company’s longest ever motorsport commitment to an FIA World Championship.
Med Formel E som det perfekte miljø for Nissan til at udvikle sin elbilteknologi og teste sig selv mod den hårdeste konkurrence, markerer denne aftale endnu en milepæl mod Nissans Ambition 2030 - en langsigtet plan om at blive en ægte elektrificeret bilproducent. Programmet placerer elektrificering i kernen af virksomhedens langsigtede strategi og vil se Nissan introducere 34 elektrificerede modeller mellem regnskabsår 2024 og 2030 for at dække alle segmenter, hvor modelmixet af elektrificerede køretøjer forventes at udgøre 40% globalt i regnskabsår 2026 og stige til 60% ved udgangen af årtiet.
Nissan’s involvement in the next generation of Formula E reaffirms its commitment to pioneering sustainable racing, aligning with its broader environmental goals. GEN4 technology will include cutting-edge features, such as enhanced energy efficiency with a regeneration capacity up to 700kW, an increased power output up to 600kW, and safety innovations, representing a significant step forward in electric vehicle racing technology. Nissan, the FIA and Formula E share the same vision regarding electrification, making this agreement a significant milestone and a natural next step for the future of electric motorsport.
Since joining the sport ahead of Season 5, Nissan has been dedicated to continuously growing its Formula E operations as it strives for further success. This includes the recent move of the Nissan Formula E Team headquarters to the Paris area, which has allowed access to the best facilities possible.
As a global brand, Nissan operates in every country on the current Formula E calendar and uses the series to promote EV technology across the world. In addition, Nissan also has several Research & Development centers across 16 markets, multiple production plants in 13 markets, and design studios in 5 markets, supporting the major presence the brand has in the territories visited by the series. Committing to Formula E until 2030 is proof of how important this FIA World Championship is to Nissan worldwide and the role it plays in the company’s commitment to make electric vehicles accessible to everyone, everywhere, and to a cleaner, safer, and more inclusive world.
Makoto Uchida, CEO, Nissan Motor Corporation: “We’re extremely pleased to continue our involvement in Formula E until 2030. In addition to bringing excitement and an on-track spectacle to our fans, our participation in the series will make a significant contribution to our electrification goals set out in our Ambition 2030 plans. The technological breakthroughs that we make on the track will provide great insights to the development of our future products. We’re excited to see the future of electric racing unfold and to keep working towards a sustainable world for everyone.”
Tommaso Volpe, administrerende direktør og teamchef, Nissan Formula E Team: "Jeg er glad for at kunne bekræfte vores langsigtede fremtid i Formel E som producent. Vi er også stolte over at være den første virksomhed, der tilmelder sig indtil 2030, hvilket er et stort år for Nissan, da vi sigter mod at matche eller overgå de mål, der er fastsat i vores Ambition 2030-løfte. Formel E er et utroligt testområde for ny elektrisk teknologi, og vi kan ikke vente med at fortsætte med at udvikle og konkurrere indtil i hvert fald slutningen af sæson 16. Teamet er på vej opad, og vores nye hovedkvarter vil bidrage massivt til den fremtidige vækst med avancerede faciliteter, der hjælper os med at udvikle vores bil til de kommende sæsoner. En stor tak til Formula E Operations og FIA for deres støtte - vi glæder os meget til at fortsætte samarbejdet."
Jeff Dodds, CEO, Formula E: “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.”
Marek Nawarecki, FIA Senior Circuit Sport Director: “We’re delighted to have Nissan on board as a manufacturer in Formula E until 2030. We’re very excited for the next phase of our only all-electric FIA World Championship. The technology involved in Formula E is developing quickly, and we’re proud to see the championship growing. This is testament to the enduring relevance for manufacturers of the road map implemented, and we are confident that this commitment heralds a bright new era of Formula E.”
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