Nissan Formula E Team secures podium at Tokyo E-Prix with support from Petromin & Electromin
Rowland's weekend showcased his championship pedigree, a masterful drive in Round 18 saw him climb from sixth to first with a daring last-minute pass on reigning champion Pascal Wehrlein (Porsche), marking his fourth win during this season. This followed a strong P2 finish in Round 8, where he battled in rain-affected conditions after qualifying was cancelled. Teammate Norman Nato showed strong pace in practice and qualifying both days but faced challenges during the races to finish 15th in both rounds.
The results see Rowland extend his lead in the Drivers' Championship to an impressive 77 points, currently sitting on 161 having taken four wins and three second-places in the nine races so far. Nissan Formula E Team returns to the top of the Teams' Standings on 172 points, while Nissan firmly retains its Manufacturers' lead with 225.
Kalyana Sivagnanam, Group CEO of Petromin Corporation, praised the achievement: "Nissan Formula E Team's podium in Tokyo energizes our mission to drive innovation through motorsport. Electromin's partnership goes beyond sponsorship, it's about accelerating the future of mobility in Saudi Arabia and inspiring the next generation to embrace EV technology with confidence."
Tommaso Volpe, Managing Director and Team Principal of Nissan Formula E Team, said: "What a special weekend! It's such an amazing feeling to perform so well in front of our home fans, and regaining the lead of all three championships at home is a great satisfaction. This success highlights the strength of collaboration. With Petromin and Electromin's support, we're proving that sustainability and high performance can coexist, pushing the boundaries of electric racing."
As part of the partnership, Petromin hosted key stakeholders, including the brokers delegation, for an exclusive experience at the Nissan's Heritage Collection site, and Global Design Center, bridging Saudi Arabia's e-mobility vision with global automotive innovation.
Nissan Formula E Team continues to showcase the potential of electric racing, combining cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and a passion for a greener future. And with Petromin, and Electromin look ahead to future races as a platform to advance EV adoption and sustainable mobility worldwide.
Championship Standings After Round 9:
Teams' Championship: P1 (172 points)
Manufacturers' Championship: P1 (225 points)
Oliver Rowland (Driver): P1 (161 points)
Norman Nato (Driver): P19 (11 points)
Petromin Corporation
Petromin Corporation is a leading energy and mobility company with operations across five countries and over 600 service centers. With a legacy of 50+ years, Petromin is driving transformation through sustainable lubricants, automotive services, and e-mobility solutions.
Electromin
Electromin, a Petromin company, is Saudi Arabia's first full-service e-mobility provider, delivering smart EV charging infrastructure with 100+ charging stations deployed nationwide. Electromin is a key enabler of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. electrification goals.
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