Nissan Formula E Team Scores Podiums on Both Days of Berlin Double-Header
Oliver Rowland finished second and third in Rounds 7 and 8 of the Formula E championship, with teammate Norman Nato placing fifth on Sunday after a bold strategy.
- 4 in 7 races
What Happened
Nissan Formula E Team secured podium finishes in both rounds of the Berlin double-header at Tempelhof Airport Street Circuit. Oliver Rowland finished third on Saturday and second on Sunday, while Norman Nato improved from 18th on Saturday to fifth on Sunday after a bold tire-saving strategy.
Oliver Rowland qualifies third, finishes third. Norman Nato starts 20th, finishes 18th.
Rowland and Nato start 18th and 16th after saving tires in qualifying. Rowland finishes second with fastest lap, Nato fifth.
“We came to Berlin determined to turn things around after a few tough races and we managed to do so, securing a strong haul of points across both E-Prixs. On Saturday, our hard work over the break paid off as Oli qualified well and then put together a really good race to maximize our performance. Today the team achieved a very positive result. The strategy was perfect and our drivers put in great p”
4 in 7 races
Rowland achieved his fourth podium finish of the season on Saturday.
Why this matters
The strong performance helps Nissan build momentum in the season and shows the team's improved car setup and race strategy after recent difficulties.
Terms in This Story
- Pit Boost
- A mandatory pit stop during a Formula E race where the car receives a fast-charge boost.
- Attack Mode
- A power boost available in Formula E that drivers can activate by driving through a designated activation zone.
- Full Course Yellow
- A race condition where all cars must slow down to a prescribed speed due to an incident on track.
- Duels
- Qualifying format in Formula E where drivers compete in head-to-head knockout rounds.
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