Fedex Express to trial electric Nissan NV200 in London14 December 2011

A prototype zero-emissions, all-electric delivery vehicle is ready to start real-world testing on the streets of London.

FedEx Express and Nissan are collaborating over a two month period to evaluate how the NV200 electric vehicle (EV) prototype copes with the rigours of daily duties in the UK's capital.

The Nissan NV200 EV prototype uses the EV powertrain and battery originally developed for the multi-award winning Nissan LEAF. To date, Nissan has sold more than 20,000 Nissan LEAFs, making it the best-selling all-electric car in the world.

"FedEx is proud to collaborate with Nissan on this initiative," says Beth Galetti, vice president of planning and engineering, FedEx Express EMEA.

"Our cross-sector approach to reduce dependence on petroleum, reduce carbon impact and eliminate tailpipe emissions remains unwavering," she adds.

"Zero-emission vehicles, such as the Nissan LEAF, are already playing an increasingly significant environmental role in our towns and cities," comments Nissan corporate vice president Hideto Murakami, responsible for the global LCV business unit.

"The Nissan NV200 EV prototype delivery vehicle will not only improve the quality of urban life, but thanks to best in class running costs has great potential to ease the economic burdens placed on companies," he concludes.

Author
John Challen

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Nissan Motor (GB) Ltd

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