Joao Paulo Oliveira

João Paulo Lima de Oliveira, born on July 13, 1981, is a highly accomplished Brazilian racing driver with a career highlighted by success in Japanese motorsports. Currently, he competes in the Japanese Super GT series and the FIA World Endurance Championship.

Oliveira's journey to prominence includes winning the Super GT GT300 class championship in both 2020 and 2022, as well as securing the Formula Nippon title in 2010. Before his success in Japan, he demonstrated his talent by winning the German Formula Three Championship in 2003 and the Japanese Formula Three Championship in 2005. His early career also includes a Formula Three Sudamericana Class B title in 1999.

Known for his speed and car development skills, Oliveira spent 13 years as a factory driver for Nissan in Super GT and Super Formula. Beyond racing, he participates in cycling for training and has participated in events such as the Niseko Classic, demonstrating his passion for sports and competition beyond the racetrack.