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The miracle turnaround from a major rules bust-up

In 2018-19, Formula E had its first major argument over its technical rules with the Nissan e.dams twin-motor powertrain saga. That left the team with little time to develop a new package - but the early signs suggest it has overcome the odds

"Well, we just chopped it in half and then showed up. It was pretty easy - just put a bandsaw down the middle and it's good to go," Michael Carcamo deadpans to Autosport as he explains Nissan e.dams' transition from a two-motor powertrain to a single-motor approach over the Formula E off-season.

His face remains stern. But, after a beat, there's a wry grin and chuckles from the small group he's addressing.

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