Monthly Archives: May 2012

Nissan submits NV200 EV to more real world testing

Third evaluation to include more vehicles In July of last year we reported that Nissan gave the Japanese Postal Service a Nissan NV200 EV for testing in a two month evaluation. This was Nissan’s first real-world look at how the … Continue reading

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It may not be a LEAF, but it’s a move in the right direction

San Diego Air Pollution Control District to offer subsidized electric lawn mowers Apparently, for twelve years now, one has been able to trade in their used but functioning gasoline lawn mower for a reduced price brand new electric lawn mower, … Continue reading

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LEAF shows off efficiency in Canada

Canadian journalist group showcases green automobiles A group of Canadian journalists gathered to drive 23 fuel efficient vehicles from Brighton to London, Ontario, Canada to highlight the potential of green automotive technology. The vehicles ranged from the merely fuel efficient … Continue reading

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Why should I buy a LEAF instead of a Focus Electric?

Is there an advantage? The world is full of conflict, confusion and contradiction. Sometimes, we just want a simple answer, but it seems elusive. Just last week a friend of ours asked – why should I buy a LEAF instead … Continue reading

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CHAdeMO may lose its smile

SAE International leaning to separate standard No surprise here, but SAE International is looking to embrace a different electric vehicle (EV) fast charging standard than the CHAdeMO standard adopted by several Japanese manufacturers, according to Automotive News. The first clue … Continue reading

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Nissan global sales rise 15.8 percent

Solid performance when industry gains 4.2 percent Given a challenging set of circumstances, as were all Japanese car makers last year, Nissan forged ahead with a global gain of almost 16 percent in units sold year over year, from 4.185 … Continue reading

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