How are Shell & Nissan Partnering to Extend EV Racing Fluid?
Nissan Formula E Team and Shell have reaffirmed their commitment to performance-led sustainability by renewing their technical partnership in the FIA Formula E World Championship.
The collaboration will focus on developing next-generation lubricants that optimise EV racing performance while supporting the transition to cleaner mobility.
At the heart of the renewed partnership is a shared mission to push the boundaries of efficiency, innovation and decarbonisation through rigorous R&D and technical expertise.
E-fluids for electric racing
Shell and Nissan Formula E Team are set to continue co-developing the bespoke Shell EV-Plus E-Transmission and E-Thermal fluids, which are specifically engineered to meet the extreme demands of high-speed, wheel-to-wheel electric street racing.
These fluids have been used across Seasons 11 and 12 to deliver enhanced thermal management and powertrain efficiency ā critical to success in Formula E.
Nissan is a prominent team in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, recognised as the first and only Japanese automaker to enter the series.
The team made its debut in Season 5 (2018/19) and has since played a significant role in advancing EV technology through motorsport.
āWeāre very proud to be continuing our technical collaboration with Shell,ā says Tommaso Volpe, Managing Director and Team Principal at Nissan Formula E Team.
“Our work together on the eFluids for the car in recent years has contributed to improve our performance, and we look to build on this even further.
“By integrating Shell’s cutting-edge lubricant technology with Nissan’s leading innovation in Formula E, we are accelerating a future where high-performance engineering and sustainability drive hand in hand.
“We’re looking forward to continuing our work with Shell to unlock the full potential of our Nissan Formula E powertrains, ensure peak performance and pave the way for smarter, cleaner mobility solutions worldwide.”
Driving decarbonisation
“We are proud to renew our partnership with Nissan Formula E Team as its strategic technical partner and exclusive supplier of lubricants,” comments Aysun Akik, Shell Lubricants’ Vice President of New Business Development and Global Key Accounts.
“This technical partnership with Nissan Formula E Team is a testament to Shell's commitment to pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle performance.
“This partnership embodies our shared commitment to decarbonisation and pushes the limit of efficiency, reliability and sustainability.
“The development of our Shell EV-Plus Fluids has been driven by the extreme demands of Formula E, allowing us to innovate and deliver cutting-edge lubricant technology that enhances both on-track performance and the development of electrified mobility solutions for the road.”
Sustainable mobility
Nissan has pledged long-term involvement in Formula E, already committing to the upcoming GEN4 era (2026–2030), reinforcing its Ambition 2030 electrification targets.
"Our partnership with the Nissan Formula E Team is a significant milestone in our journey to deliver exceptional results,” explains Tom Kassell, Shell’s Motorsports Partnership Lead.
“By pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence, we are committed to developing top-tier products that will shape the future of racing and mobility.
“This collaboration is a testament to our dedication to achieving superior performance and sustainability in the world of electric vehicle racing."
