Zane Maloney completes surprise Nissan Formula E move

Zane Maloney has completed a move to Nissan for the upcoming Formula E season, departing Lola after two campaigns with the outfit.

The young Barbadian has spent his Formula E career mostly at the back of the grid to date, due to Lola’s largely uncompetitive machinery.

However, Maloney, particularly in the recently completed season, showed glimmers of real promise, making three Duels appearances in a package which should not have allowed him to do so.

Points have been the big struggle, with just three being scored across Season 12; however, Nissan sees the potential in the 22-year-old.

With the upcoming Gen4 era predicted to suit drivers who excelled in Formula 2, signing Maloney is a smart move by Nissan.

Maloney is a two-time F2 race winner and 11-time podium finisher, with his move to partner Oliver Rowland at Nissan giving him the chance to show his true capabilities in Formula E.

"I’m very excited to join Nissan Formula E Team," said Maloney. "When I came into Formula E, the team was winning the championship with Oli, so it’s a great chance for me to now join a top manufacturer. 

"I’ve spent the last two seasons with a new team, developing my skills and trying to get the best results we could, so I’m really looking forward to taking this next step in my career. It’s also a great opportunity to be teammates with Oli. 

"He’s a world  hampion and someone I watched when I was growing up, first winning races in Formula 2 and then in Formula E, so to be alongside him and learn from him will be really valuable. Gen4 is a big opportunity for everyone to develop quickly, and I’ll be doing everything I can to prepare well and hit the ground running from the first race. 

"A big thank you to Nissan Formula E Team for the trust in me. I’m really looking forward to getting started and achieving some very good results together."