Nissan to supply GEN4 powertrains to Andretti Formula E from Season 13
Nissan has signed a multi-year agreement to supply its GEN4 powertrain to Andretti Formula E starting in Season 13, combining two top teams for the next era of the championship.
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What Happened
Nissan announced a multi-year agreement to supply its Formula E GEN4 powertrain to Andretti Formula E from Season 13 onwards. The deal brings together two of the most established teams in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, creating a platform for technical collaboration throughout the series' next era. Andretti Formula E won the 2023 FIA Formula E Drivers' World Championship with Jake Dennis, and Nissan's reigning title holder Oliver Rowland will also contribute feedback as the partnership develops.
Nissan made its all-electric racing debut, becoming the first and only Japanese manufacturer in Formula E.
Nissan announced long-term involvement and commitment to the GEN3 era.
Nissan acquired the e.dams race team, taking full ownership of its Formula E entry.
Nissan became the first manufacturer to commit to the GEN4 era, which runs until 2030.
Nissan Formula E Team won the Drivers' World Championship with Oliver Rowland.
“We believe this partnership provides a strong foundation to compete for race wins and championships.”
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Nissan and Andretti cars will both use Nissan powertrains, doubling the manufacturer's presence.
Previously from Nissan
The announcement was made in Tokyo during the same week as the first-ever night races in the Japanese capital. Nissan Formula E Team also hosted a one-night pop-up event called The NISMO Pit on July 25, celebrating 90s Japanese car culture with a special livery.
- Nissan Formula E Team Launches The NISMO Pit Pop-Up for Tokyo E-Prix with Designer Kenichi Minami
- Nissan Formula E Team to Race in First-Ever Night Races in Tokyo This Weekend
Background drawn from MotorClaw's earlier coverage of Nissan's official releases.
Why this matters
This partnership strengthens Nissan's commitment to Formula E as part of its global electrification strategy, while giving Andretti access to a proven powertrain from a leading manufacturer. With four Nissan-powered cars on the grid, technical exchange between the teams could accelerate development of electric vehicle technology that ultimately benefits road cars.
Terms in This Story
- GEN4
- The fourth generation of Formula E cars, set to debut in Season 13, featuring improved performance and efficiency.
- Powertrain
- The components that generate power and deliver it to the wheels, including the motor, inverter, and gearbox.
- E-Prix
- A term used by Formula E for its races, combining 'electric' and 'Grand Prix'.
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