The Nissan Formula E Team is looking to continue its strong form in the first ever Jeddah E-Prix, the maiden double-header of the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship campaign.
The event will also see the introduction of Pit Boost during the first race of the weekend.
Last month, Oliver Rowland secured his first win of Season 11 with a trio of dramatic late overtakes in Mexico City to ensure maximum points. The Brit’s victory lifted him into second in the Drivers’ Championship.
On the other side of the garage, Norman Nato’s good race pace went unrewarded, but the Frenchman will be looking to bounce back at what is expected to be a thrilling weekend of action.
The first race of the double-header will showcase the inclusion of Pit Boost for the first time. Cars will receive a 10 per cent energy increase (3.85kWh) from a quick, 30-second 600kW re-charge in the pitlane, with the rigorously-tested feature set to introduce an extra layer of strategy for drivers and teams to contend with.
New variation
Even though Saudi Arabia has hosted Formula E since Season 5, this will be the first E-Prix in Jeddah. Located on the coast of the Red Sea, the night event will take place under the lights on a new variation of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit.
Additionally, this event will also host a Rookie Free Practice session with Gabriele Minì set to drive for the squad in Thursday’s FP0.
The 19-year-old Italian, who will compete in Formula 2 this season, previously experienced Formula E machinery with Nissan in May 2024, when he participated in the Berlin Rookie Test. Rowland and Nato will then hit the track.
Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal of the Nissan Formula E Team, said: “After the win in Mexico, we’re even more motivated and determined to achieve a good result, but it will be a big challenge this weekend at a new circuit and also with the introduction of Pit Boost.
“I think both teams and fans are looking forward to seeing Pit Boost in action during a real race and it could be a game-changer.
Meaningful data
“In terms of strategy, our preparation has been to focus on each race separately as they will both be completely different, so it will be even more crucial to collect plenty of meaningful data on Thursday.
“It’s set to be a very exciting and eventful double-header.”