Electric cars are in motion, as is apparent from the sales of models like the Nissan Leaf. However, the infrastructure is of paramount importance in deciding whether the EV option for petrol and diesel cars.
Nissan has decided to expand the European network of charging electric vehicles by donating 400 fast chargers to charge operators. The new charger, which is smaller and up to 50% less than the previous version can charge the battery up to 80% of the total capacity of 30 minutes, giving car owners VE much more freedom in their choice of destination.
Nissan CHAdeMo approved standard, which is capable of producing up to 50 kW DC. In addition, Leaf, the new chargers are suitable for Mitsubishi, Peugeot Citroen and EVS, and the future Renault electric models.
"With a large number of fast chargers available across Europe, owners of electric cars will be able to recharge quickly, wherever they go. We believe it is critical to mass adoption of electric vehicles, "says Pierre Loing, Nissan's Vice President of Product Planning & Zero Emission Business Unit.
Nissan Leaf lithium-ion batteries provide a range of up to 175 km (109 miles), which is more than enough for most everyday situations of displacement. However, the installation of fast chargers at strategic locations to allow the owners to move forward without fear of running out of juice and have no way to recharge their car batteries.
The selection process began October 10 with Nissan on the application of certain criteria, such as the location convenient and accessible, fees free or reduced price sheet for homeowners at least once a year and the possibility of install them in February 2012.
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