{"id":28008,"date":"2024-12-08T06:51:42","date_gmt":"2024-12-08T11:51:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/motorsports\/?p=28008"},"modified":"2024-12-08T06:51:42","modified_gmt":"2024-12-08T11:51:42","slug":"nissan-powered-teams-face-overpower-challenge-in-sao-paulo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/motorsports\/2024\/12\/08\/nissan-powered-teams-face-overpower-challenge-in-sao-paulo\/","title":{"rendered":"Nissan-Powered Teams Face Overpower Challenge in S\u00e3o Paulo"},"content":{"rendered":"

The S\u00e3o Paulo E-Prix<\/a>, the chaotic opener of Formula E\u2019s 11th season<\/a>, proved to be a mixed bag for Nissan-powered teams.<\/p>\n

While the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team celebrated a stunning podium finish for rookie Taylor Barnard and a solid P4 for Sam Bird, the Nissan factory team left Brazil empty-handed, plagued by penalties for excessive power infractions.<\/p>\n

Nissan’s Powertrain Challenges in S\u00e3o Paulo: A Race of Contrasts<\/h2>\n

The penalties for excessive power were a defining feature of the race for all Nissan-powered cars, but timing played a crucial role in determining their impact.<\/p>\n

Taylor Barnard and Sam Bird incurred their penalties early, during the chaotic first half of the race.<\/p>\n

This misfortune ironically worked in their favour, as a series of red flags and incidents allowed them to recover and capitalize on the mayhem.<\/p>\n

Barnard secured his first-ever Formula E podium, becoming the youngest in the series’ history<\/a>, while Bird finished just behind in fourth.<\/p>\n

Reflecting on the race, Barnard said:<\/p>\n

\u201cToday\u2019s race was absolutely crazy. Sam and I were at the back at one point, so to finish third and fourth for the NEOM McLaren Formula E Team is fantastic – especially in my first race as a full-time driver in the championship. To secure my first podium – I am speechless. A huge thank you to the team for the great strategy that helped us cross the line where we did.\u201d – Taylor Barnard.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Bird echoed his teammate\u2019s sentiments, emphasizing the team effort:<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat a rollercoaster of a day. I\u2019m delighted for Taylor – he thoroughly deserved that podium. We played it smart, and I didn\u2019t want to put him under unnecessary pressure. Bringing home a great haul of points for the team is a fantastic way to start the season.\u201d – Sam Bird.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Good morning, papaya fam. \ud83c\udfc6 pic.twitter.com\/9qChtgmd0m<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 NEOM McLaren FE (@McLarenFE) December 8, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n