Nissan signed Brazilian Sergio Sette Camara as the team’s reserve and simulator driver for season 11.
The South American has been a full-time driver in the series for the past four seasons, with several outstanding performances. He previously scored multiple wins and podiums in FIA Formula 2, before moving to the all-electric championship midway through season 6 (2019/20).
The 26-year-old will work closely with Oliver Rowland and Norman Nato during the new campaign to ensure the Japanese team remains a strong contender in the championship.
His experience will be invaluable not only in the simulator in preparation for the event, but also in assisting the team with its ongoing development of the Nissan e-4ORCE 05 GEN3 Evo car.
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“I am delighted to join Nissan,” says Sette Camara. “It has always been my goal to work with a major manufacturer in the series, and Nissan took a big step forward in season 10. I believe that, with my experience, I can help the team maintain this momentum.”
“I’m delighted to become the reserve and simulator driver and contribute to the development of the car in the right direction as we enter the GEN3 Evo era. I can’t wait to get started and be present at my home E-Prix this weekend with the team,” he added.
Sette Camara will attend his first official event in his new role with Nissan at his home E-Prix in São Paulo this weekend.
Tommaso Volpe, Managing Director and Nissan Team Principal, said, “We are delighted to welcome Sérgio as our reserve and simulator driver for season 11. He has a lot of championship experience and is a very talented driver, so it was a clear choice for us to sign him.”
“Regardless of ability, it’s difficult to get into a Formula E car and be competitive right away, given its complexity, so we were keen to sign an experienced driver and make sure we don’t miss any opportunities to score points in the season, no matter what the circumstances,” he expounded.
