Nissan Formula E Team Celebrates Fourth Consecutive Podium In Season 10 At Misano

Oliver Rowland, representing the Nissan Formula E Team, continued his impressive performance streak by securing a second-place finish at the inaugural Misano E-Prix. This podium finish, following his successful outings in Diriyah, São Paulo, and Tokyo, propelled him into the championship lead. Starting from fifth place, Rowland showcased exceptional energy management and strategic racing to avoid any on-track incidents. His efforts paid off in the final laps where he made a significant breakaway, narrowly missing the top spot but clinching the Fastest Lap of the race. This result places him at the forefront of the Drivers' Championship with a total of 73 points, leading by five points.

Teammate Sacha Fenestraz also delivered a commendable performance amidst the midfield battle, consistently maintaining a position within the top-10 throughout the race. His efforts were rewarded with a 10th place finish, earning him a valuable point for the team. The Nissan Formula E Team is now poised to continue their strong showing in the upcoming second race of the double-header event.

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Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal of Nissan Formula E Team, expressed immense pride in the team's achievements. He highlighted the significance of achieving podium finishes in four consecutive races, praising Rowland's impeccable race management and Fenestraz's resilience despite facing a late technical setback.

Rowland shared his thoughts on the season's promising start and his satisfaction with the team's overall performance. He acknowledged the track's challenges and emphasized the importance of efficiency and strategic energy management. With a focus on maintaining their championship lead, Rowland and his team are gearing up for the next race.

Fenestraz reflected on his performance, noting the competitive nature of the qualifying session and improvements in one-lap pace. Despite facing difficulties towards the race's end, he was pleased to contribute points to the team's tally. He also stressed the importance of addressing encountered issues to enhance future performances.

Nissan entered the ABB FIA Formula E Championship in its fifth season (2018/19) and has committed to participating through to the end of Season 12 (2025/26), marking its dedication to sustainable mobility and carbon neutrality by 2050. The acquisition of e.dams race team in April 2022 and partnership with McLaren Racing announced in June 2022 underscore Nissan's commitment to excellence in electric motorsport.

Formula E stands as a pioneering sport with a net zero carbon footprint, utilizing electric-powered cars to advance electric technology while promoting sustainable mobility solutions in urban environments to mitigate air pollution and climate change impacts.