(December 8, 2010) Nissan has announced a proposal for new mobility in a sustainable zero emission society and an electric vehicle (EV) embodying its proposal, Nissan New Mobility Concept.

"Nissan continues to envision new possibilities realized by EVs.One proposal is a sustainable, efficient and convenient mode of transportation focusing on the increase of elderly and single households, as well as the trend of driving short-distances or in smaller groups. Nissan New Mobility Concept is our proposal to make this a reality," Nissan says.

Four keywords outline the Nissan New Mobility Concept:

    • Innovative — New two-seater compact mobility for various needs and occasions
    • Easy — Size which enables anyone to drive and park easily
    • Safe — Maneuverability equivalent to motorbikes with greater safety
    • Clean — No emissions while driving

The Concept is an user-friendly, ultra-compact 100 percent electric vehicle with no emissions which is expected to be utilized in various situations in everyday life. Nissan will study the use of this vehicle for a variety of services, such as:

    • Seamless mobility service, a highly efficient and convenient public transportation service linking public transportation and EVs supported by IT,
    • 2-mode EV car sharing, where the vehicle is used as a private commuter vehicle in the mornings and evenings, and as a corporate car during business hours, and,
    • Contributing to the revitalization of communities with improved mobility in both urban and tourist locations.