AutomobilesRival Chinese carmakers also aim to bolster brand image via motorsportsA Nissan vehicle, in the foreground, participates in the Shanghai Formula E competition on June 5. (Nissan Motor)SHIZUKA TANABEJuly 7, 2026 03:02 JSTSHANGHAI -- Nissan Motor competed in the Shanghai round of Formula E, the racing series known as the Formula One of electric vehicles, showcasing its performance and technological capabilities to Chinese consumers.