Nissan Formula E Team updates ‘cherry blossom’ livery ahead of Season 11

MANILA: The Nissan Formula E Team has updated its livery ahead of the 11th season of the single-seater motorsport championship for electric cars.

Per the Japanese carmaker’s works team, the wrap for its GEN3 Evo race car will still use the popular cherry blossom pattern, which has been a fan-favorite ever since it debuted at the start of Season 9.

Further, the said pattern is meaningful for the Nissan Formula E Team since it hints at the outfit’s Japanese DNA and new beginnings, as well as now being part of Nissan’s identity in Formula E.

“We’re excited for the new season and have been working hard, getting to grips with the GEN3 Evo car. Everything has been running smoothly so far and we’re looking forward to getting out on track in Valencia. Our new workshop is fully operational now, which is making a huge difference — we’ve been able to take full advantage of the facilities, allowing us to maximize the potential of the team,” Nissan Formula E Team Managing Director and Team Principal Tommaso Volpe said.

To help the team move further up the grid, the Nissan Formula E Team has opted to refresh its driver line-up. Experienced Norman Nato returns after a season away. Oliver Rowland, who took two victories and five further podiums in an excellent Season 10, retains his seat at Nissan.

“In terms of drivers, Norman has settled in very quickly, he knew most of the crew already so that made things easier than normal. Together with Oli, we’re confident that we have a strong line-up ready to fight for wins and podiums throughout the upcoming campaign,” the Team Principal added.

Compared to the previous season’s livery, the team appears to have updated the logo placement of its partners, who will help the race crew’s pursuit of its goals both on and off track throughout the year.

“We’ve got great companies supporting us, with Electromin extending and increasing its collaboration with the team to become our main partner, alongside existing relationships with Coral and Coral Eyewear, who we are delighted to be working with. We’re fully focused on improving at every step and continuing where we left off a few months ago, as we aim to challenge at the top in Season 11,” Volpe concluded.

The Nissan Formula E Team’s Season 11 campaign is also backed by a new factory. The dedicated facility stretches over 2,600 square meters and features a workshop area, simulator, engineering, and management offices, as well as display, meeting, and multipurpose areas.

Located south of Paris, the headquarters is based close to other Nissan sites and its Alliance partners, ensuring synergies and access to talent, equipment, and facilities available within Nissan and the group.

The Formula E Season 11 will commence on December 7, 2024 at the São Paulo E-Prix.

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