Nissan’s New Gen3 Components E Automotive Adopts Ferrari-Type Livery

Nissan unveiled the livery of its new Gen3 single-seater that can compete in FIA’s Components E Championship. The corporate opted for a pink and white theme that together with the Shell sponsor brand seems to be just like the long-lasting Ferrari colours in Components 1. The brand new “cherry blossom sample” nevertheless is a singular contact honoring Nissan’s Japanese origin.

The cherry blossom – often known as Sakura – is a typical sight within the Japanese countryside. Blossoming of the cherry timber begins in February, signaling the approaching of spring. For Nissan, the pink flowers on a white background symbolize the brand new beginnings for Components E within the wake of the Gen3 period.

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The brand new single-seater is named Nissan e-4ORCE 04, selling the all-wheel-drive powertrain of manufacturing EVs just like the Nissan Ariya. The corporate didn’t announce specs, however the Gen3 racers will produce as much as 469 hp (350 kW / 476 PS), that includes a considerably stronger power regeneration system whereas weighing lower than their predecessors.

This 12 months, the group additionally introduced a brand new lineup together with French driver Norman Nato within the #17 automobile, and French-Argentine driver Sacha Fenestraz within the #23 automobile. Each will get an opportunity to strive the Gen3 Components E throughout pre-season testing on the Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia on December 13-16. Season 9 may have 17 races on the calendar, greater than any earlier Components E season.

Ashwani Gupta, Nissan’s chief working officer stated: “Season 9 marks a brand new period for Nissan’s participation within the championship. It is going to be our fifth competing in Components E however our first as one group. We now have an extended historical past in racing, and we additionally like to dare to do what others don’t. Our new livery celebrates our Japanese heritage and I’m sure that the design will stand out on observe like by no means earlier than.”

Moreover Shell which continues its partnership with Nissan offering E-fluids and charging stations, the Woolmark Firm joins as a technical companion. The brand new sponsor developed the brand new Nissan Components E Staff uniform manufactured from Merino wool.

Nissan joined the Components E championship in Season 5 (2018/2019) and in April 2022 it acquired the e.dams race group taking full possession of its Components E involvement. The Japanese automaker has confirmed its dedication to the Gen3 period of electrical single-seaters from season 9 (2022/2023) to the tip of season 12 (2025/2026). All through this era, Nissan may even provide electrical powertrains to McLaren Racing.