Oliver Rowland Wins Formula E Title

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Nissan Formula E Team driver Oliver Rowland secured the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in a thrilling conclusion at the Berlin E-Prix. The British racer clinched the title with two races remaining, showcasing exceptional skill and determination throughout the season.

Key Highlights

• Rowland’s Championship Victory: Achieved the title after finishing fourth in Round 14, extending his lead to 59 points.
• Season Performance: Recorded seven podiums, including four wins, in a dominant campaign.
• Team Debut Success: Sérgio Sette Câmara scored points in his first weekend with Nissan, finishing ninth in Round 14.
• Challenges Overcome: Bounced back from a tough Round 13, including a grid penalty and weather disruptions.
• Upcoming Finale: Focus shifts to London’s ExCeL circuit for the season’s end, aiming for team championships.

Rowland entered the Berlin weekend with a substantial 69-point lead. Despite setbacks in Round 13, such as race-ending contact and a five-place grid penalty, he maintained composure. Starting eighth in Round 14, Rowland’s strategic energy management propelled him to fourth place, sealing the championship as his rival fell outside the top 10.

Sette Câmara, replacing Norman Nato due to scheduling conflicts, faced a steep learning curve. After a challenging debut in wet conditions during Round 13, where he finished 15th, the Brazilian improved markedly. In Round 14, despite starting 21st and an ill-timed Safety Car during Attack Mode, he gained 12 positions to secure ninth and his first points for Nissan.

The team’s resilience shone through adverse weather, which canceled FP2 and shortened qualifying sessions. Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal, praised the squad’s focus and Rowland’s journey from rookie to champion since joining in Nissan’s inaugural Formula E season.

Rowland expressed gratitude for the supportive environment at Nissan, crediting the team for his success. He emphasized the collective effort and shifted attention to pursuing the Teams’ and Manufacturers’ Championships in London.

Nissan’s Formula E Commitment

Nissan, the first Japanese manufacturer in Formula E since Season 5, continues its electrification push. The brand supplies powertrains to McLaren Racing and has committed to the series through the GEN4 era until 2030, aligning with its Ambition 2030 goals for carbon neutrality by 2050.

At the London E-Prix, fans can view the all-new Nissan LEAF and 100% electric Micra in the Fan Village, alongside the Qashqai with e-POWER—highlighting Nissan’s refreshed electrified lineup.

About Nissan in Formula E

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Formula E promotes sustainable mobility, with all-electric cars racing on street circuits to combat climate change. The series holds a net zero carbon footprint certification since 2020.

This victory underscores Nissan’s innovation in electric vehicles, bridging racetrack technology to road cars for enhanced customer experiences.

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