Today, the Nissan Formula E Team is set to compete in Round 4 of the 2022-23 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The team heads to India for the first of four new venues in Season 9.
Formula E Season 9 comes to Hyderabad for the first time. This marks Nissan’s debut competing as a united team under its new name. This is where Nissan takes full ownership of all its operations in Formula E.
About The Nissan e-4ORCE 04 & New Hyderabad Circuit
The NISSAN e-4ORCE 04 features a striking new livery with cherry blossom pattern, commemorating a new age for the team.
The NISSAN e-4ORCE 04 will take to the new street circuit in Hyderabad today, i.e., February 11th. The race will present a fresh challenge, as no previous data or experience is available on the 2.83-kilometer track. The track features high-speed corners, intense braking zones, and presents opportunities for overtaking at Turns 1 and 3.
Nissan Formula-E Team drivers aim to improve upon their previous round results and target a double-points finish in the race.
Official Statements
“Nissan’s participation in Formula E is about electrifying the track and bringing the excitement of electrification to the forefront”. Stated Frank Torres, President of Nissan Motors India Pvt Ltd. “In Season 9, we not only aim to compete and excel, but also demonstrate the thrill of electric vehicles to the world. The NISSAN e-4ORCE 04 is our most efficient racing car to date, highlighting the capabilities of our EV powertrain technology and our expertise in electrification.”
Sacha Fenestraz, Nissan Formula E driver, said, “I’m excited about racing in Hyderabad. The new circuit levels the playing field for me as a rookie. I’m looking forward to improving and learning at every race and getting used to the energy and tire management. I hope to keep progressing and finding the consistency needed to succeed in this championship.”
Norman Nato, Nissan Formula E driver, added, “I’m eager to discover the new track in Hyderabad. We made progress in the previous round, and now we need to build on that to compete at the front of the field. The competition is tight this year, but we know where we need to improve. The hot and humid conditions will be a physical challenge, but we know our targets and will work to achieve them.”