In an unprecedented test,
the Nissan LEAF, the world's first mass-produced pure electric vehicle (EV),
"took on" at speed the powerful elements of nature, fire and wind. In a controlled area on the beach
Samroiyod, Thailand, Nissan participated in a one-kilometre-long challenge,
placing the Nissan LEAF next to the
fire and wind, taking advantage of a pyrotechnician's "line of fire" and the skills of a champion
in kite surfing, in order to see who
will be the first to reach the finish line.
The challenge was designed for
change the perception that electric vehicles are not dynamic or exciting.
Nissan, a global leader in electric mobility and innovative technologies,
wanted to refute this version in the most impressive way. The Nissan
LEAF, with acceleration from 0- 100 km / h in 7.9 seconds, managed to come out ahead
from its performance "competitors".
"Without a doubt, the electric
vehicles are the most environmentally responsible cars of the future.
And with this challenge, we aim to show that the Nissan LEAF is exciting,
not only because of its zero emissions, but also as a fun car with acceleration
enthusiastic and dynamic driving that can cope with any kind of
challenge," said Nirmal Nair, Vice President Marketing, Nissan Asia &
Oceania.
The "secret" to strong acceleration
of the Nissan LEAF, is in the e-Powertrain that powers the vehicle and eliminates the need for
the need for an internal combustion engine. The power is transferred directly to the
wheels for instant acceleration, making EVs quicker to start, with smooth acceleration and a smooth ride.
scrolling and immediate response. The Nissan LEAF, with more than 470,000 sales
world to date, has managed to defeat, in this struggle, both the fire and the
and the wind due to the light, compact and highly efficient system
electric transmission, which produces
extremely low tremors, but also momentary
torque.
Watch the exciting video with the unique challenge:
