Nissan to release mass production zero emission vehicle

Nissan to release mass production zero emission vehicle: Having enjoyed significant success with the Nissan LEAF...

Having enjoyed significant success with the Nissan LEAF electric car, Nissan is now in the final development phase of its second mass produced zero emission vehicle: the Nissan e-NV200 compact van (pictured). As part of the IAA Commercial Vehicle International Motor Show, Nissan unveiled a new Panel Van version of the concept featuring both Nissan and FedEx logos. That’s because it has been working with FedEx Express since late last year to develop the vehicle with the delivery company seen as an ideal partner because of its fleet of 130 all-electric vehicles globally. So what can we expect from the Nissan e-NV200? The electric van will boast an all-electric drivetrain based on the Nissan LEAF. Its power comes from a lithium-ion battery with 48 compact modules and an 80kW AC synchronous motor capable of generating 280Nm of torque. It will include quick charging in which th...

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