Nissan to participate in

Nissan has committed to zero-emission vehicle leadership, and has announced plans to introduce an all-electric vehicle in fiscal year 2010 in North America and Japan and mass market globally in 2012. This vehicle was produced experimentally for the purpose of assessing various performances of EV. It is the first time for Nissan to give a test-ride (passenger ride) of EV to the public.

This vehicle features a front-wheel drive layout and uses a newly developed 80kW motor and inverter. The advanced laminated compact lithium-ion batteries are installed under the floor, without sacrificing either cabin or cargo space. The production vehicle to be introduced in fiscal year 2010 will have a unique bodystyle and will not be based on any existing Nissan model.

"Kanagawa EV Promotion Council" (President: Governor of Kanagawa Prefecture) in which Nissan participates as a council member has been having consultation about EV promotional and educational activities, building battery charging infrastructure, and other topics. This event is held as part of its activities. Nissan will give an opportunity for the public to experience the latest EV technology by displaying a cut model of its lithium ion battery as well as by showcasing its prototype.

[B]Kanagawa Electric Vehicle (EV) Festa 2009[/B]

Dates: March 14 (Sat.) - 15 (Sun.), 2009
Venue: Yokohama Akarenga Park
Organizer: Kanagawa EV Promotion Council
Admission Fee: Free
Organizer's website: www.pref.kanagawa.jp/press/0902/093/index.html

Credits: JRC