The streets of Hong Kong played host to the FIA Formula E electric race series for the second time last weekend. Ten teams representing top automotive brands from around the world participated in what was the first race of the 2017-2018 season. Among the eager drivers clamouring for a podium position was Nelson Piquet Jr, the winner of the E-Prix’s inaugural series in 2015.

Coming from a strong familial racing heritage – his father, Nelson Piquet Sr, won three Formula One championships – Piquet Jr made his Panasonic Jaguar team debut this year, placing fourth in the first race. His teammate Mitch Evans went on to grab a prized podium spot the following day.

We sat down with Nelson Piquet Jr to find out more about his passion for racing, his views on Formula E, and his hopes for the Panasonic Jaguar team.