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All the best, Les. Hope you are keeping well.

The forum was down for the whole day, but I hope you had a happy Birthday on 26th, John!

He’s just trying to spend your money, Neil!! 😂

I’m afraid that he has not done the camera kits for some time now. I remember that latterly he had serious supply issues with the company in the USA. Sorry!

Very nice, Neil. I remember Alec-C had one a few years back; most certainly a wolf in sheep’s clothing. By the time you get the Miltek fitted, it will be another one of your quiet cars!!!!

Racecar now top in the series Save Download Share August 6, 2023 YOKOHAMA, Japan – The #3 Niterra MOTUL Z secured its first win of the season in a thrilling race on August 6 at Fuji Speedway in Shizuoka Prefecture and is now ranked No. 1 in the series. The race started at 1:45 p.m. under light rain and full-wet conditions, with the safety car (SC) leading the way. The green signal was lit after two laps behind the SC and the #3 Z showcased exceptional pace in the wet, quickly overtaking the top two cars on the 3rd lap, propelling itself to 2nd position. On the 4th lap, it successfully passed the #24 REALIZE CORPORATION ADVAN Z, which had started in pole position, to claim the lead. Meanwhile, the #23 MOTUL AUTECH Z, starting from 13th position, faced a setback, having to make a penalty pit stop after five laps due to replacing the monocoque following its accident in the previous race, and this dropped it back to the tail end. Conversely, the #1 MARELLI IMPUL Z, starting from 14th position, made significant progress by passing four cars to reach 10th. As the race progressed, the rain ceased, and the track conditions improved rapidly. This prompted most cars to pit and switch to slick tires after 10 laps. By the end of lap 17, the #3 Z was in 4th, the #1 Z in 5th, the #24 Z in 12th, and the #23 Z in 15th. On lap 35, a GT300 car caught fire, leading to the deployment of the safety car (SC). This closed the gap between the cars, setting the stage for an intense battle for positions on the restart from lap 41. Right after the restart, the #3 Z advanced to 2nd, the #1 Z to 3rd, and the #24 Z to 8th. As the race reached its midpoint, the #1 Z lost pace and dropped to 5th position. Consequently, it opted for a pit stop on lap 54. After 56 laps, the #3 Z and #24 Z also pitted, and both teams made driver changes. The #3 Z re-entered the race in 8th position, but after all GT500 class cars had pitted, it had moved up to 4th position. The race was disrupted again in lap 65 due to a fire in a GT300 class car, causing the race to be red flagged at the end of lap 67. At this point, the #3 Z held 4th place, followed by the #24 Z in 9th, the #1 Z in 11th, and the #23 Z in 15th. The race remained suspended for over 40 minutes to remove the damaged car and repair the barrier. The weather worsened during this time, with heavy rain falling in some area. All cars switched to rain tires and after 4 laps behind the SC, the race resumed. In the challenging final stages of the race, Mitsunori Takaboshi in the #3 Z exhibited outstanding speed in the wet. He made impressive overtakes and secured the lead on lap 75. With each lap, Takaboshi extended his lead, eventually crossing the finish line with a significant lead over the rest of the field. After 100 laps, Takaboshi had secured the team’s first win of the season and put the #3 Z in the No. 1 spot for the series. The #24 Z struggled with tire wear and matching in the wet, finishing in 10th place. The #23 Z finished 13th, and the #1 Z in 15th. #3 driver Katsumasa Chiyo, reflecting on the team's performance, praised the preparation leading up to the race and highlighted Takaboshi's excellent driving in the second half. Takaboshi was overjoyed by the victory and credited Chiyo's initial performance and tire advice during the red flag period for their success. In the GT300 class, five NISSAN GT-R NISMO GT3 cars competed. The #11 GAINER TANAX GT-R, which qualified 3rd, showed excellent adaptability in a rough race and achieved its first win of the season. The #56 Realize Nissan Mechanic Challenge GT-R and the #10 PONOS GAINER GT-R finished in 4th and 7th place respectively, with the remaining two GT-Rs also completing the race. The next round of the SUPER GT will be held at Suzuka Circuit on August 27th.

And belated good wishes from Joan & I. Sorry we missed the day.

Thanks, Pete!

Thank you all for the kind thoughts. We had a lunch out at the Cirencester branch of Cote, then retired home for bubbles. We fortunately missed the bad storms around midday and were actually able to sit out in the sunshine at 5pm, then it pi@@ed down again!!

Norman Nato takes fourth place in final round of the campaign Save Download Share July 30, 2023 LONDON – Nissan Formula E Team capped off the 2022/23 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship with a positive performance in London as Norman Nato secured two points finishes in the double-header. Taking on the unique half-indoor, half-outdoor ExCeL Circuit, Frenchman Nato raced well in Round 15 on Saturday and looked set for a strong result, before a five-second penalty demoted him to ninth following a chaotic race. Meanwhile, Sacha Fenestraz was involved in an incident midway through the event and had to retire. On Sunday, Nato continued his great form in qualifying, taking third on the grid for the final event of the season. A delayed start and tricky wet conditions made it difficult for the entire field, but Nato performed solidly again to clinch fourth place. Franco-Argentine racer Fenestraz ended his impressive rookie year with a 15th-placed finish. This weekend's results saw Nato break into the top-10 in the final drivers' standings on 63 points, while Fenestraz claimed 16th with 32. The duo combined for 95 points, putting Nissan Formula E Team seventh in the teams' standings. Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal, Nissan Formula E Team: "We missed an opportunity in qualifying on Saturday, the car balance was just on the oversteer side which made it difficult for our drivers. We knew incidents could happen on this narrow track, which turned out to be the case. Norman was fighting in the top-five, he was doing a great job before the contact and was set to take a strong result, but the penalty cost him a lot of positions and points. Sacha's accident was an unfortunate one as he was doing well in managing the energy and had good rhythm in the car. "Today, Norman put in an excellent qualifying performance. He did amazingly well to secure P3 and in the race he competed well in tough conditions to take fourth and finish the season with a positive result. Sacha was unlucky to be caught out by rain on his final qualifying run, which forced him to start down the order. On a track where overtaking is so difficult, that prevented him challenging for points, although his pace was solid. "Season 9 was our first as a manufacturer team, it was a huge transition for us, but as the year has progressed, we've improved and become more competitive. There have been some obvious highlights, Sacha's pole in Cape Town, Norman's podium in Rome and many other positives. We also know what we need to work on, we've got a clear plan in front of us and we're already looking forward to Season 10!" Norman Nato: "I'm happy to finish the season with a positive showing. Yesterday was a crazy race with the late red flag and damage at the end. We put in a good performance, we knew anything could happen and were unfortunate to receive the five second penalty which cost us several positions. I'm really pleased with today's qualifying, third was a great result and one we can be proud of. It was tough with the track being wet outside and dry inside. The outside section was very slippery so we had to be careful. The pace wasn't there to challenge for the podium, but I'm satisfied to take fourth to cap off a solid second half of the season." Sacha Fenestraz: "I struggled for pace in qualifying all weekend, which hasn't been the case this season. We tried to stay positive throughout the event but it's frustrating to end the year outside the points. It's been a strong rookie season, with pole position in Cape Town, fighting at the front of the field and learning a lot. A big thanks to the team for helping me adapt to the series and I hope there's a lot more to come!" About Nissan in Formula E Nissan made its all-electric racing debut in Season 5 (2018/19) of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship, becoming the first and only Japanese manufacturer to enter the series. In Season 7 (2020/21), Nissan announced its long-term involvement in Formula E and its commitment to the Gen3 era, which will run from Season 9 (2022/23) through to the end of Season 12 (2025/26) of the all-electric racing series. In April 2022, Nissan acquired the e.dams race team, with the Japanese automaker taking full ownership of its involvement in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. In June 2022, Nissan announced it would supply its Nissan EV powertrain technology to McLaren Racing for the entirety of the Formula E Gen3 era. For Season 9 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, the Nissan Formula E drivers will be Norman Nato and Sacha Fenestraz. Nissan races in Formula E to bring the excitement and fun of zero-emission electric vehicles to a global audience. As part of its goal to achieve carbon neutrality across its operations and the life cycle of its products by 2050, Nissan intends to electrify every all-new vehicle offering by the early 2030s in key markets. The Japanese automaker aims to bring its expertise in transferring knowledge and technology between the racetrack and road for better electric vehicles for customers. About Formula E The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship became the first global sport to be certified with a net zero carbon footprint from inception back in 2020, having invested in certified climate-protecting projects in all race markets to offset emissions from every season of electric racing. All cars in the championship are powered by electricity, with the series acting as a competitive platform to test and develop the latest in electric technology. The World's greatest manufacturers race against each other on street circuits and Formula E promotes the adoption of sustainable mobility in city centres in a bid to combat air pollution and lessen the effects of climate change.

From mystery meetings in the dead of night to some surprise help from the law – one photographer’s inspiring journey photographing Nissan Skyline GT-Rs July 20, 2023 It's 1 a.m., and professional photographer Alex Qureitem has a four-hour drive ahead of him. He's headed into the Dubai desert for a sunrise photoshoot of a Nissan GT-R that belongs to someone he's never met. Alex will drive into Dubai's sandy darkness knowing full well that once there, if his car has issues, or his cell reception is lost, he'll be in real trouble. And, he needs to be able to find his way back. "There's a quote I heard once that says everything you've ever wanted sits on the other side of fear," said Alex. "It's very much true. If I had not done this, I wouldn't know everything I know now." That late-night excursion resulted in some of the most stunning images in Alex's self-published book, "GT-R: The Journey" – a photo essay profiling GT-R owners, tuners, pro drivers and more from around the world. As Nissan's 90th anniversary approaches this December, the GT-R symbolizes Nissan's philosophy of daring to do what others don't. For Alex, it meant daring to embark on a year-long journey asking strangers if he can take their photo in pursuit of striking images, amazing stories and making friendships for life. Alex's journey began with challenging his fears and ignoring advice that his trek would be a great way to lose his life savings. In Dubai, Alex photographed a GT-R belonging to Sultan Almansoori. An early bond with a legend Like many car-loving kids who grew up in the 90s, Alex's first time driving a Skyline GT-R (1992 R32 GT-R V-Spec II) was a digital experience playing Gran Turismo on a Sony PlayStation®. Later, while living in Australia, he heard an R32 GT-R blast past him on the road. That was all it took. Alex searched out his first Skyline, an R32 GTS-T. At university, Alex studied photography while developing a passion for telling stories through his lens. He's a professional photographer today. "With photography I feel complete freedom," said Alex. "The results don't need to fit within any constraints. A picture doesn't have to be perfect. It just has to transfer a feeling." A childhood passion for the GT-R, mixed with a natural talent as a photographer, convinced Alex to make the book. "The passion, dedication and pursuit of perfection that Nissan invested in the creation of the GT-Rs has always fascinated me," said Alex. "As an enthusiast, I strongly believed the scene deserved homage. I made the decision to create a book, and the following week I purchased a one-way flight ticket with the goal of seeing how far I could go in my mission to discover the generations behind the GT-R." Embarking on a life-changing journey Now living in Berlin, Alex made Australia, the other side of the world, his first stop. Shortly before arriving, and with no idea of what to expect or even a local contact, he wrote to a friend whose father was involved with racing. When Alex arrived, he got a call from legendary Australian race car driver Jim Richards who drove Group A cars in 1991 in Bathurst. "I couldn't help but appreciate that just two weeks prior I was seated in my office with the abstract dream of creating a book and in that very moment, seven-time Bathurst 1000 champion Jim Richards was making me a cup of tea." They discussed the R32 GT-Rs that dominated races in Bathurst and how impressive they were for both power and traction. "If you didn't have a GT-R in your team, you weren't going to win the race," said Jim. Deep in discussion with Australian race car driver Jim Richards. With white glove care, Alex is presented a few race car GT-Rs at the Nissan Heritage Collection in Zama, Japan. A moment of regret From Australia, Alex went to California. On arrival, his excitement turned to gloom as he had no contact for his next step. "I was sitting in my rental car, holding my head in my hands as I talked with my wife back home. I started to doubt the whole project," Alex recalls. With words of encouragement and some composure, Alex did what he does best: make things happen. He messaged photographer and writer Naveed Yousufzai to see if he could gather some Skyline GT-R owners. Naveed arranged for about 15 owners to gather near San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge. One by one, they began to arrive, some after a three-hour drive. The mission was ambitious: capture an unimaginable and breathtaking group shot of GT-Rs on the Golden Gate Bridge. "I paused for a moment to appreciate the situation as it was unfolding," said Alex. "These cars weren't even available to import until just a few years ago. I love the shot because it's a group of cars that wouldn't normally be here. They should be on Tokyo's Rainbow Bridge." The next evening, after moving a few traffic cones to explore a closed road to shoot a few more cars, police officers arrived and told him he was on restricted property. The situation soon relaxed as Alex talked about the book and GT-Rs. The officers let Alex stay a few more minutes to get the shot. They even helped illuminate the cars with their spotlights. A milestone of memories Alex threw his heart and soul into this project even though, as he freely admits, it sounded absurd. Fellow auto enthusiasts recognized the passion and appreciated it, which is why so many people were willing to give time and access to their cars and experiences. "It's always fascinating how the language of cars transcends nationalities and brings us all to one level playing field. I went around the world and found the GT-R a strand of commonality." Every road trip requires stops to refuel both the car and driver. After a year of travelling to over 18 locations, meeting countless enthusiasts and with a stack of memory cards filled to capacity with breathtaking photos, Alex declared the book complete. Determined to do things his way, Alex decided to self-publish, taking on the challenge of logistics, paper selection and even getting the book under two kilograms to avoid costly international shipping rates. As soon as the book was made available to purchase, he was inundated with pre-orders from all over the world — a testament to the pull of the GT-R. During Alex's journey shooting his passion, he battled jet lag, blank itineraries and self-doubt. At the same time, he encountered kindness, generosity, support and good luck. "Before I started this project, I was absolutely terrified," said Alex. "A big challenge was overcoming that voice in my head telling me not to do it. I did it because I love photography. I love the GT-R. I told myself I'm good enough to do this. When you're confident and honest with yourself, things come together. It wasn't always easy, but it worked." Explore the gallery below to see samples of Alex's work from his book and reflections on his experiences and memorable moments.

Have a great day, Greg! Long time, no see!

It sounds like (pun intended) the connecting lead, or contact receptacles, is/are causing the voltage to drop below the threshold for the car to see it. May I suggest a thorough WD40 clean of all components? Apologies if you’ve already jumped through this hoop. Jeff.

Squad aiming to benefit from qualifying pace at Italian double-header Save Download Share July 12, 2023 ROME, Italy – Nissan Formula E Team will be looking to capitalize on their recent qualifying speed as the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship travels to Rome for the penultimate race weekend of the 2022/23 season. Both Sacha Fenestraz and Norman Nato have shown strong one-lap pace in recent events, with the duo lining up second and third on the grid respectively last time out in Portland. Now, the team is aiming to convert that qualifying pace into points as it takes on the double-header in the Italian capital, with Formula E set to visit the city for the fifth time. Debuting on the calendar in 2018, the Circuito Cittadino dell'EUR is a driver and fans' favorite thanks to its challenging layout. The 3.38-kilometre track features 19 corners and winds past several Roman landmarks, including the Marconi Obelisk and Palazzo dei Congressi. Qualifying in Rome will get underway at 10:40 CEST (UTC +2) on both days, with the two races starting at 15:00 CEST. Find out how to watch here. Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal, Nissan Formula E Team: "Rome is a very different circuit to Portland. It's bumpy, low grip and has fewer high-speed corners. One-lap pace is definitely our strength right now, and qualifying will be crucial here, as the track is narrower and there are less overtaking opportunities. We also have the FP0 in Rome, which will give our sim driver Luca an opportunity to get out on track at his home race and help us prepare for the event. Luca has experience with the car and he has been working a lot on this track in the simulator, so the data from this session with him will be very valuable for us. "To be quick in Rome, we'll need to manage the bumps well - drivers must have full confidence in the car on such a challenging circuit. We brought several updates to the last round in Portland, and we believe they will make even more of a difference on a track like Rome. We're also expecting there to be less of an emphasis on energy saving, which will change the way we tackle the weekend." Sacha Fenestraz, driver, Nissan Formula E Team: "I'm very excited to be back racing in Europe. It's important that we have a good weekend because it's a double header and there's just two race events to go. I've not experienced the Rome track before, but everyone knows that it's extremely bumpy and difficult, so I'm looking forward to getting in the car and putting together a good race to achieve some positive results this weekend." Norman Nato, driver, Nissan Formula E Team: "I love the Rome layout, it's one of the best tracks on the calendar. It's a proper street circuit, with a bumpy layout. I've always had a good feeling at this venue ever since my rookie year. Over the last couple of months we've improved our performance in qualifying and the race, and we're focusing on showing our pace in Rome and scoring strongly on both days." Luca Ghiotto, sim driver, Nissan Formula E Team: "I'm really excited to drive the Nissan E-4ORCE 04 this weekend and it will be even more special in Rome, at my home E-Prix. I've been looking forward to this, it's the highlight of my year! I've done a lot of work in the simulator and really enjoyed the track layout, so can't wait to get out there for real. The FP0 is a one-off session, so it will be an opportunity for teams to get more time on track and prepare for the event. I'm happy to have this opportunity to help the team this weekend." About Nissan in Formula E Nissan made its all-electric racing debut in Season 5 (2018/19) of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship, becoming the first and only Japanese manufacturer to enter the series. In Season 7 (2020/21), Nissan announced its long-term involvement in Formula E and its commitment to the Gen3 era, which will run from Season 9 (2022/23) through to the end of Season 12 (2025/26) of the all-electric racing series. In April 2022, Nissan acquired the e.dams race team, with the Japanese automaker taking full ownership of its involvement in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. In June 2022, Nissan announced it would supply its Nissan EV powertrain technology to McLaren Racing for the entirety of the Formula E Gen3 era. For Season 9 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, the Nissan Formula E drivers will be Norman Nato and Sacha Fenestraz. Nissan races in Formula E to bring the excitement and fun of zero-emission electric vehicles to a global audience. As part of its goal to achieve carbon neutrality across its operations and the life cycle of its products by 2050, Nissan intends to electrify every all-new vehicle offering by the early 2030s in key markets. The Japanese automaker aims to bring its expertise in transferring knowledge and technology between the racetrack and road for better electric vehicles for customers. About Formula E The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship became the first global sport to be certified with a net zero carbon footprint from inception back in 2020, having invested in certified climate-protecting projects in all race markets to offset emissions from every season of electric racing. All cars in the championship are powered by electricity, with the series acting as a competitive platform to test and develop the latest in electric technology. The World's greatest manufacturers race against each other on street circuits and Formula E promotes the adoption of sustainable mobility in city centres in a bid to combat air pollution and lessen the effects of climate change.

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Witness the future of NISMO Save Download Share July 5, 2023 YOKOHAMA, Japan – Fans of Nissan and NISMO can see their favorite race cars and drivers up close at the 24th NISMO Festival on Dec. 3 at Fuji Speedway in Shizuoka, Japan. This annual festival allows us to show our fans how we appreciate their support of Nissan and NISMO, and present them with an opportunity to directly experience the excitement of motorsports, Nissan Racing DNA and the NISMO brand. Fans who attend this year’s festival can enjoy a wide range of NISMO-unique experiences, including interactions with drivers, a race car taxi ride, a circuit safari and special content for kids. To highlight our future, we’ll feature an exhibition of NISMO’s latest road car line-up and show how we’ll meet the challenge of sustainable motorsports by using EV technology and carbon-neutral fuel. Online content will also be available for fans who can’t participate in person. Takao Katagiri, head of Nissan's Motorsports Business Unit Office and president of NMC, says, “This year, we want the festival to be one where you can see, touch and enjoy the attractions of the NISMO brand to your heart's content. All of us at NMC — drivers, team directors and team staff — always eagerly await this day when we get to interact with our fans. We’re also organizing an AUTECH owners group Shonan homecoming meeting to be held on October 7. We hope you’ll come and enjoy these two NMC events to the fullest.” The NISMO Festival website will go live this fall and include ticket information. Event name：NISMO Festival at Fuji Speedway 2023 Event outline：Race car demonstrations/exhibitions, driver talk shows, race car taxi rides, circuit safari, experiences for kids, vendor booths, and online content Date：December 3, 2023 Time：09:00 to 16:00 (scheduled events) Venue：Fuji Speedway, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan Organizer：Nissan Motorsports & Customizing Co., Ltd. Partner：Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

Congratulations! Looks stunning - which blue is that? It has got to be a long-term keeper!

Fenestraz and Nato in the top three on the grid, with Frenchman taking ninth in the race Save Download Share June 25, 2023 PORTLAND, Oregon – Nissan Formula E Team secured a points finish in Round 12 of the 2022/23 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in Portland, with Norman Nato taking P9 on the series' first vist to the city. The team displayed excellent qualifying pace, with Sacha Fenestraz and Nato both starting in the top-three. Running in Group A, the pair were immediately strong, as Fenestraz took top spot, ahead of Nato in third. After both won their quarter-final Duel, they came up against each other in the semi-final for the second time this season, with the Franco-Argentine moving on to the final. After a hectic start to the race, the duo was in the fight for the lead in the early stages, before contact meant Fenestraz had to come in for a new front wing. Nato led and showed strong speed, but in a chaotic event, was shuffled down the order after taking his second Attack Mode, eventually securing points in ninth. Meanwhile, despite a good initial fightback after the stop, Fenestraz crossed the finish line in 15th. Formula E returns on 15-16 July when the series visits Rome for the penultimate race weekend of the season. Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal, Nissan Formula E Team: "It was a challenging race weekend, where we achieved a great result in qualifying, showing how fast we can be, but it was a chaotic race. A small contact compromised Sacha's run, and after leading several laps, Norman didn't have the pace in the car to stay at the front and lost a few positions. We didn't score as many points as we hoped for, but we have to take the positives. We have a quick car in qualifying and from tomorrow our focus turns to the next race in Rome." Norman Nato: "We had great pace in qualifying today and I was really happy with the one-lap performance of the car. In the race, it was difficult as everybody was together as one big pack. Managing the energy was really tough, especially when leading, which caused constant side-by-side action as nobody wanted to be at the front. We didn't have podium pace today, but considering we started third our target was definitely higher than P9, although we are still happy for the points." Sacha Fenestraz: "Once again in qualifying we had amazing speed. To top a strong group and reach the final for the third time this season is a great achievement for me, and I'm very happy with our one-lap performance. It was a difficult race, this track layout isn't ideal for Formula E cars, meaning that the whole pack bunched together for almost the entire event as nobody wanted to lead and use up their energy. I made a small mistake, locking up and damaging my front wing, which meant we had to box to change it. From then, it was difficult to recover, but we keep the positives from qualifying and move on to Rome." About Nissan in Formula E Nissan made its all-electric racing debut in Season 5 (2018/19) of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship, becoming the first and only Japanese manufacturer to enter the series. In Season 7 (2020/21), Nissan announced its long-term involvement in Formula E and its commitment to the Gen3 era, which will run from Season 9 (2022/23) through to the end of Season 12 (2025/26) of the all-electric racing series. In April 2022, Nissan acquired the e.dams race team, with the Japanese automaker taking full ownership of its involvement in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. In June 2022, Nissan announced it would supply its Nissan EV powertrain technology to McLaren Racing for the entirety of the Formula E Gen3 era. For Season 9 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, the Nissan Formula E drivers will be Norman Nato and Sacha Fenestraz. Nissan races in Formula E to bring the excitement and fun of zero-emission electric vehicles to a global audience. As part of its goal to achieve carbon neutrality across its operations and the life cycle of its products by 2050, Nissan intends to electrify every all-new vehicle offering by the early 2030s in key markets. The Japanese automaker aims to bring its expertise in transferring knowledge and technology between the racetrack and road for better electric vehicles for customers. About Formula E The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship became the first global sport to be certified with a net zero carbon footprint from inception back in 2020, having invested in certified climate-protecting projects in all race markets to offset emissions from every season of electric racing. All cars in the championship are powered by electricity, with the series acting as a competitive platform to test and develop the latest in electric technology. The World's greatest manufacturers race against each other on street circuits and Formula E promotes the adoption of sustainable mobility in city centres in a bid to combat air pollution and lessen the effects of climate change.

Squad heads to the USA for final brand-new venue of Season 9 Save Download Share June 21, 2023 YOKOHAMA, Japan – Nissan Formula E Team is looking to develop on their recent strong form, as Season 9 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship travels to Portland for the fourth and final brand-new venue of the season. Last time out in Jakarta, the team proved its potential, with Sacha Fenestraz and Norman Nato taking fourth and fifth respectively in the second Jakarta E-Prix. As the campaign enters its latter stages, the duo will be looking to build on that result to ensure a strong end to the season. The final single-header of Season 9 sees Formula E head to its fourth ever location in the United States of America, following races in Miami, Long Beach and New York in previous years. The 3.19-kilometre Portland International Raceway features 12 corners, with long straights into Turns 1 and 10 offering the best overtaking spots. For this E-Prix, both Nissan cars will sport the logo of the Pole to Pole expedition, with explorers Chris and Julie Ramsey set to stop off in Portland. The husband-and-wife duo are currently embarking on a nine-month long journey from the 1823 Magnetic North Pole to the South Pole aboard an all-electric Nissan Ariya. They will visit the race team in the garage and meet with the drivers before continuing on with their adventure. In addition, ahead of this weekend, Nissan Formula E Team has also launched a new streetwear collection, made from upcycled decades-old Nissan racewear - NISMO Thrifted. Created by sustainable fashion designer Mia D'Amato, the collection is inspired by Nissan's commitment to sustainability and carbon neutrality by 2050, and aims to showcase that we can all contribute in many ways towards a waste-free future. Qualifying in Portland will get underway at 12:40 PDT (UTC -7), with the E-Prix at 17:00 PDT. Find out how to watch here. For more information on the Pole to Pole expedition, visit here. To find out more and view the full NISMO Thrifted collection, visit here. Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal, Nissan Formula E Team: "In Formula E, it's really difficult to be consistent but of course we're looking to replicate our performance from the second race in Jakarta. Portland will be an interesting one as it's not a street circuit. We expect to see very high top speeds and a lot of energy management, making strategy extremely important. Setting the car up to suit this track will be a challenge and we are looking at the best way to be efficient and quick around this circuit. It's great that Formula E is racing in the USA, it's a huge market for Nissan and a country that loves motorsport, so hopefully we can put on a good show for the fans!" Sacha Fenestraz, Nissan Formula E Team driver: "I'm really looking forward to racing in Portland, it's another brand-new venue, which makes the playing field more level as nobody on the grid has raced here before. We've been really close to the podium positions in recent races, which proves that we have a strong car and team behind us. I think the race may be similar to Monaco or Berlin, leading might not be the best strategy. We are very motivated following the result in Jakarta and we've kept working hard since to improve further. It's also going to be amazing to race in America, the fans and environment are always great there, so I'm excited for it." Norman Nato, Nissan Formula E Team driver: "We're coming to Portland hoping to continue showing the pace we had in the second race in Jakarta. It's not a traditional street circuit, so that will change our way of driving. Grip will likely be higher and it's going to be interesting on the energy-saving side, possibly the most strategic race of the year. It looks like I's going to be quite a fast track, and there will be a few opportunities to overtake thanks to the long straights and wide track, particularly Turns 1, 7 and 10." Luca Ghiotto, Nissan Formula E Team simulator driver: "Portland is quite unique on the Formula E calendar as the only permanent track of the season. The circuit itself is also really fast, there's a lot of straights and only 12 corners. It should be good for overtaking and during the race it will be interesting to see how drivers manage the energy to stay in the fight until the end. I think this venue should suit our car, we've been strong in medium and high speed corners throughout the season, so it's a good opportunity for a positive result." More information Please visit Global.NissanNews.com/FormulaEPressKit # # # About Nissan in Formula E Nissan made its all-electric racing debut in Season 5 (2018/19) of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship, becoming the first and only Japanese manufacturer to enter the series. In Season 7 (2020/21), Nissan announced its long-term involvement in Formula E and its commitment to the Gen3 era, which will run from Season 9 (2022/23) through to the end of Season 12 (2025/26) of the all-electric racing series. In April 2022, Nissan acquired the e.dams race team, with the Japanese automaker taking full ownership of its involvement in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. In June 2022, Nissan announced it would supply its Nissan EV powertrain technology to McLaren Racing for the entirety of the Formula E Gen3 era. For Season 9 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, the Nissan Formula E drivers will be Norman Nato and Sacha Fenestraz. Nissan races in Formula E to bring the excitement and fun of zero-emission electric vehicles to a global audience. As part of its goal to achieve carbon neutrality across its operations and the life cycle of its products by 2050, Nissan intends to electrify every all-new vehicle offering by the early 2030s in key markets. The Japanese automaker aims to bring its expertise in transferring knowledge and technology between the racetrack and road for better electric vehicles for customers. About Formula E The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship became the first global sport to be certified with a net zero carbon footprint from inception back in 2020, having invested in certified climate-protecting projects in all race markets to offset emissions from every season of electric racing. All cars in the championship are powered by electricity, with the series acting as a competitive platform to test and develop the latest in electric technology. The World's greatest manufacturers race against each other on street circuits and Formula E promotes the adoption of sustainable mobility in city centres in a bid to combat air pollution and lessen the effects of climate change. More information Nissan Global Newsroom Nismo.com

Save Download Share June 12, 2023 YOKOHAMA, Japan – Although an unfortunate accident brought a premature end to round 3 of the SUPER GT held at Suzuka Circuit on June 3 and 4, three Nissan Z GT500s finished in the top 10. The final result had the #1 Z finishing in 3rd, the #3 Z in 4th, and the #24 Z in 8th. The race began with Kohei Hirate behind the wheel of the #24 REALIZE CORPORATION ADVAN Z, swiftly gaining one position on the opening lap. Bertrand Baguette, driving the #1 MARELLI IMPUL Z, made a decisive move at the chicane on lap 7, surpassing the car ahead to secure 3rd. However, on lap 8, a GT300 car with a technical issue stopped at the hairpin, leading to the deployment of the safety car. The race resumed on lap 13, and Katsumasa Chiyo in the #3 Niterra MOTUL Z wasted no time overtaking a car at the first corner, advancing to 11th. Over the next few laps, the #3 Z continued to display its prowess by overtaking another car on lap 14 and yet another on lap 16, climbing to 9th position. After completing 18 laps, the #23 MOTUL AUTECH Z became the first car in the GT500 class to make a pit stop for refueling and tire changes. Following suit, the #1 Z, running in 3rd, also made an early pit stop after 19 laps. In contrast, the #3 Z and #24 Z postponed their pit stops until the end of lap 30 and 34 respectively. The #24 Z's pit stop was the final one in the GT500 class. By lap 35, when all cars had completed their first pit stop, the #1 Z occupied the second position, the #23 Z settled in third, the #3 Z was running in 11th, and the #24 Z held 13th. As the Z cars intensified their pace, Mitsunori Takaboshi in the #3 Z executed a daring overtake from the main straight to the first corner on lap 37, propelling the car to 10th. The #1 Z, in second place, and the #23 Z, in third, closed the gap on the cars ahead, aiming to improve their standings. After 42 laps, the #1 Z opted for an early second pit stop, seeking to gain an advantage through the undercut. Kazuki Hiramine grabbed the wheel at this point. In contrast, the #3 Z and the #24 Z delayed their second pit stops. While their rivals steadily made their pit stops, the #3 Z surged into the lead on lap 50, with the #24 Z hot on its heels in second place. The #1 Z, having already completed its 2nd pit stop, climbed to fifth place, while the #23 Z secured the sixth position as the race approached its conclusion. After completing 54 laps, the #24 Z made a pit stop and rejoined the race in 9th place. The team increased their pace, setting their sights on higher positions. Meanwhile, the #3 Z strategically postponed its second pit stop, waiting for the perfect moment to make the switch. However, on lap 58, an unfortunate accident occurred at the end of the 130R corner involving the #23 Z and GT300 class cars. The #23 Z crashed, prompting the immediate introduction of the SC and a subsequent red flag, which halted the race due to the necessary repairs to the course barriers. Ultimately, an end to the race was called and the #3 Z was declared provisional winner based on the order of positions in lap 58. However, the #3 Z received a 60-second penalty for not refuelling twice in the race as required by the regulations. NDDP RACING protested, but the committee did not revise its decision. The team expressed their wish to lodge an appeal but ultimately did not proceed. In the GT300 class five NISSAN GT-R NISMO GT3 cars competed and the #56 REALIZE NISSAN MECHANIC CHALLENGE GT-R, which qualified 9th, came in 4th, just missing out on the podium. The #11 GAINER TANAX GT-R finished in 5th, and the #10 PONOS GAINER GT-R finished in 8th place. The remaining two GT-Rs also finished the race.

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Fenestraz and Nato both score strong points in second race of double-header Save Download Share June 4, 2023 JAKARTA, Indonesia – Nissan Formula E Team took their best result of the season in Jakarta, with Sacha Fenestraz and Norman Nato both putting in excellent performances to take fourth and fifth respectively in Round 11 of the 2022/23 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. After a tough first race of the weekend for the squad, Fenestraz claimed second in his qualifying group on Sunday, progressing to the Duels. The Franco-Argentine driver started seventh, and got an excellent launch off the line, moving up to fourth by the end of Lap 1. Meanwhile, Frenchman Nato was making solid progress through the field, keeping cool in the Jakarta heat to make places during the Attack Mode phase. Having started 12th, Nato avoided incidents ahead of him and used his speed and overtaking ability to move further into the top-10. Helped by the team's strong strategy, both drivers continued to push into the higher points-paying positions, challenging for a podium spot until the final corner. The pair combined for 22 points, the squad's best result of the season so far. Formula E returns on 24 June for the final single-header of the season, as the series makes it first visit to Portland, USA. Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal, Nissan Formula E Team: "A rollercoaster of a weekend, with a tough race yesterday and a really good one today. We were stronger in qualifying and had a much better strategy during the race. Both drivers did a great job, with some impressive overtakes. Sacha even battled for the podium until the final corner, while Norman's defense was very solid at the end of the race. We can be very happy with our performance and proud of the team and drivers. Our focus now is to take this positive showing into the next round in Portland to pick up even more points there." Sacha Fenestraz: "This weekend was a good way to see our strengths and weaknesses as a team. Today was a very positive race, it was great for the crew to reward their hard work over the last few months. Yesterday was quite frustrating, but we came back strongly and both cars had very good pace. Norman did a superb job to come from P12 on the grid to P5 at the finish and I'm really happy that we both took a strong result. The heat was definitely a challenge, but the humidity was the most difficult. However, we pushed through as a team to score some really good points. I'm now looking forward to Portland, it's a brand-new track for all of us so it should be an interesting one!" Norman Nato: "Today was really positive. We changed the setup, because yesterday we weren't so competitive and it worked for us. We managed to put it all together in the race and react from the frustration of Saturday to get a great result for both cars. We'll now look to analyze this one to see what we can do to continue improving for Portland. We had strong pace throughout today's event, so we have to aim to score big points for the rest of the season. We're not far off the leading teams based on this performance, and we have five races left to prove what we can do this year." About Nissan in Formula E Nissan made its all-electric racing debut in Season 5 (2018/19) of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship, becoming the first and only Japanese manufacturer to enter the series. In Season 7 (2020/21), Nissan announced its long-term involvement in Formula E and its commitment to the Gen3 era, which will run from Season 9 (2022/23) through to the end of Season 12 (2025/26) of the all-electric racing series. In April 2022, Nissan acquired the e.dams race team, with the Japanese automaker taking full ownership of its involvement in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. In June 2022, Nissan announced it would supply its Nissan EV powertrain technology to McLaren Racing for the entirety of the Formula E Gen3 era. For Season 9 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, the Nissan Formula E drivers will be Norman Nato and Sacha Fenestraz. Nissan races in Formula E to bring the excitement and fun of zero-emission electric vehicles to a global audience. As part of its goal to achieve carbon neutrality across its operations and the life cycle of its products by 2050, Nissan intends to electrify every all-new vehicle offering by the early 2030s in key markets. The Japanese automaker aims to bring its expertise in transferring knowledge and technology between the racetrack and road for better electric vehicles for customers. About Formula E The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship became the first global sport to be certified with a net zero carbon footprint from inception back in 2020, having invested in certified climate-protecting projects in all race markets to offset emissions from every season of electric racing. All cars in the championship are powered by electricity, with the series acting as a competitive platform to test and develop the latest in electric technology. The World's greatest manufacturers race against each other on street circuits and Formula E promotes the adoption of sustainable mobility in city centres in a bid to combat air pollution and lessen the effects of climate change.