Official: Nissan is the first team to enter the Gen4 era | FP

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There is a climate of great news in Formula E on the eve ofTokyo E-Prix, a city that is about to host this competition for the first time ever. After the recent announcement of the return to competition from 2025 of a historic team like Lola, the latest official announcement has come from a Japanese team that already participates in the world championship, and will do so for a long time to come.

Nissan, the first Gen4 team

During a press conference held today, the Nissan it has in fact guaranteed its own presence until the 2030 World Cup. An important announcement for the Japanese manufacturer, which automatically becomes the first to commit to the era Gen4with the new technical regulation which will come into force starting from season 13, i.e. from 2026.

The words of Tommaso Volpe

It was announced Tommaso Volpe, Nissan team manager: “I am proud to announce the confirmation of our long-term commitment to Formula E as a constructor – declared the Calabrian manager – we're even very happy to be the first to sign up until 2030, which will be a very important year as we aim to achieve our goals set out in the 'Ambition 2030' plan. Formula E is a great testing ground for new technologies, and we look forward to continuing to compete and evolve at least until the end of Season 16. The team moves forward with an eye to the future, and our new headquarters will play a vital role in the growth of the team, with new advanced facilities to develop the car in the years to come. I extend a big thank you to Formula E and the FIA ​​technical department. It will be a pleasure to continue working together.”

Satisfaction also for the CEO of Formula E Jeff Doddswho gave Volpe a Japanese doll Darumawhich symbolizes happiness, endurance and luck: “Seeing Nissan extend its commitment to Formula E makes us very happy – commented – We both share the same values ​​regarding promoting sustainability around the world, giving our all to add the best possible solution in the field of automotive with the help of electric. Having a globally known brand like Nissan, present in every country we visit, is vital to us. It not only helps to promote us worldwide, but also contributes to the popularization of EV technology. Nissan is a respected brand and like-minded, we are thrilled to see the mark they will leave on the bright future ahead of us.”