2024-03-14 04:02:31
Nissan will support the success of the Formula E World Championship “Tokyo E-Prix”, which will be held for the first time in Japan on Saturday, March 30, 2024, as a participating manufacturer, and will be the only domestic automaker to take part in the race. . Formula E is a race series for electric vehicles (hereinafter referred to as EVs) that takes place on specially constructed circuits in urban areas around the world, and includes exciting races that run through the streets of Tokyo. Nissan will hold a special event on March 21st (Thursday), with nine days left until the race, to make the race even more exciting, allowing the general public to experience the thrill of the race.
■Nissan, the only domestic automaker to take on the challenge, will be the first to show off the power of the competition!
With the Formula E World Championship “Tokyo E-Prix” to be held on March 30, 2024 (Saturday) just around the corner, we would like to inform not only the fans who are looking forward to it, but also those who are not yet familiar with Formula E. We have planned a special event to make this event even more exciting, allowing participants to experience the power of the world’s most prestigious EV race, and to spread the word about Nissan’s technological capabilities and passion. A special oval circuit with a total length of 110 meters “NISSAN FORMULA E ROPPONGI CIRCUIT” has appeared at Roppongi Hills Arena!
At night in Roppongi, a Formula E car dashes through a futuristic circuit created by the electric atmosphere of EV lights.
■Governor Koike and entertainer Mai Shiraishi will appear as guests at the talk event!
On the day of the event, Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Vice President Asako Hoshino took the stage. She will give a speech on a special stage about her expectations for the tournament. In addition, entertainer Mai Shiraishi will also be there to support the event as a special guest of “NISSAN FORMULA E ROPPONGI CIRCUIT.” In addition to holding talk sessions on the special stage, Tokyo Governor Koike and other attendees will be able to experience “VOICE CHARGE,” which uses the power of voice to generate electricity and deliver the collected energy to the Nissan Formula E team. Additionally, for 30 minutes from 19:30 to 20:00, the general public can watch the powerful special performance from the special viewing area around the circuit. You can also enjoy displays of the Nissan EV lineup and specially set up photo spots.
■Event overview
Venue: Roppongi Hills Arena
Address: 6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032
Exhibition period: Thursday, March 21, 2024
Talk event: 18:30-19:30
Experience event: 19:30-20:00
Cost: Free
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*There is a special viewing area for the general public. However, please note that space in the area is limited and viewing may not be possible. Also, please refrain from taking pictures of the entertainers.
■Special performance on an electric circuit that combines music and light!
At the “NISSAN FORMULA E ROPPONGI CIRCUIT,” Formula E machines will be seen dashing through an electric display of music and lights that will enliven the night in Roppongi, accompanied by music and dance performances that express the sense of acceleration that comes with electric running. The performance will also be streamed live on YouTube. Please enjoy this powerful night.
■Performer introduction
・GANMI
A group of 11 dance artists formed in 2015. They started their live activities in 2016 by becoming the first Japanese team to win the world dance competition “VIBE DANCE COMPETITION XXI” held in the United States. They have also established a new style called “CHOREOMUSIC,” in which dancers take the lead in creating songs in collaboration with artists, and are releasing songs. He has also choreographed for many artists in Japan and abroad, and in 2021 he will be participating in the choreography production of BTS’s “Butter”, making him one of the most notable dance artists at the moment.
・MOS
A Japanese four-member wind instrument girl group that embodies brass psychedelic music as artists who convey the charm of wind instruments to the world. He advocates neo-wind music and works to convey the splendor of Japanese wind music (Suisou Gaku) to the world through a performance called “Bradan” that combines brass and dance. In July 2023, he will appear on the American audition program “America’s Got Talent (season 18)”. It received a unanimous vote of 4Yes from the judges.
■Turn your cheers into electricity…! Let’s cheer on the athletes who are challenging the world with “VOICE CHARGE”!
VOICE CHARGE is a project to cheer on the Nissan Formula E team as they take on the world. The cheers will be converted into electricity, and the electricity collected will be delivered to the Nissan Formula E team, including Oliver, Rolando and Sascha Fenestraz. At this event, Tokyo Governor Koike and Mai Shiraishi will experience it on stage!
Inside the circuit, there will be an exhibition of Nissan’s EV lineup and special photo spots. Enjoy a special space for one night only.
◆Significance of Nissan’s participation in Formula E
Nissan is the first Japanese manufacturer to participate in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship starting in Season 5 (2018/19). We have announced that we will continue to participate in Formula E from Season 9 (2022/23), when Gen3 machines will be introduced, to Season 12 (2025/26), and will enjoy the exciting fun provided by zero-emission EVs. is delivered to customers all over the world. In order to achieve carbon neutrality across the entire life cycle of cars, including business activities, by 2050, all new cars launched in major markets from the early 2030s will be electric vehicles, and we will also leverage knowledge and technology gained from race cars and commercial cars. The aim is to mutually leverage these strengths and provide better EVs to customers.
“The significance of Formula E, which contributes to the spread of EVs, technological innovation, and the realization of a sustainable society, is consistent with Nissan’s vision.Nissan, which has led the industry as an EV pioneer in Japan, I am very happy and proud to have been given the opportunity to utilize my technology and knowledge and to contribute to technological innovation and the spread of EVs.”
“Prior to the race, we will further enliven the race by holding special events at NISSAN CROSSING and special performance events where the general public can experience the power of racing.”
◆About Formula E
The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship is an electric vehicle (EV) racing series held at special circuits built in urban areas around the world and permanent circuits dedicated to motorsports. In Season 10 in 2023/24, 11 teams will participate, including the world’s largest automakers and emerging EV manufacturers who have achieved success in the motorsports world. Each team will compete in the championship with two cars and two drivers.
The “Tokyo E-Prix”, which will be held as the 5th race of “Season 10”, will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2024, around Tokyo Big Sight in Ariake, Koto Ward, as Japan’s first full-fledged public road race. Ru.
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