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2018 EcoRun surpasses all expectations

AJAC EcoRun continues to be showcase for fuel-efficient vehicles, driving

The 19 journalist drivers were required to maintain the posted speed-limits but were encouraged to be as efficient as possible with the “go pedal.” Read More

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Quick Take: All-electric 2018 Nissan Leaf

More power, more range and more conventional styling highlight the all-new Leaf Read More

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Nissan believes EVs only need one pedal

By flipping a switch, new Leaf's e-Pedal works as accelerator and brake Read More

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Nissan Leaf goes on epic road trips

Nissan wants to dispel range anxiety keeping many people from EVs Read More

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British gold medalists will collect Leafs

Nissan promises special EVs to athlete ambassadors who bring home gold Read More

Auto Industry People Jul 25, 2016, 10:30 PM

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Nissan recalls Leafs to fix brake problem

Relay switch affected by cold temperatures could lead to crash

Nissan not aware of any incidents resulting from problem affecting 679 cars in Canada and another 46,859 in the US, from model years 2013 to 2015. Read More

Car Safety Car Care Mar 13, 2016, 10:30 PM

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Montreal turns over new Leaf in taxi service

Nissan partners in pilot project to create dedicated electric cab fleet

The Téo electric fleet also includes Kia Soul and Tesla Model S, with the intent to have 2,000 electric taxis on Montreal streets by 2020. Read More

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Nissan ready to engage auto pilot

Fully autonomous driving expected on the road by 2020

“Zero Fatality,” which aspires to eliminate virtually all fatalities in crashes, relies on “vehicle intelligence” to be introduced in various stages. Read More

Auto Technology Car Safety Oct 29, 2015, 7:30 AM

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Glow-in-the-dark Nissan Leaf meets glowing highway

Unique paint absorbs UV energy during daylight, enabling it to glow at night

Nissan showed off its glow-in-the-dark Leaf on a Netherlands highway with lane markings that employ a similar concept to self-illuminate at night. Read More

Auto Technology Green Cars Car Safety Mar 25, 2015, 4:05 AM

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New incentives available to EV buyers in BC

British Columbians are eligible for a $3000 incentive on purchase of new EV

New BC incentive program aimed not just at promoting EV purchases but also at taking high-polluting vehicles off the province's roads. Read More

Car Buying Green Cars Fuel Economy Mar 16, 2015, 8:20 PM

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Ford, Toyota each win seven individual used car awards

Vincentric acknowledges excellence in Certified Pre-Owned Value

Honda earns the title of best passenger car brand, Chevrolet that of best truck brand and Buick takes home luxury brand honours. Read More

Used Cars Aug 7, 2014, 5:00 AM

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Nissan testing Leaf with advanced driver assist system

Near-autonomous experimental car licenced for testing on public roads in Japan

Nissan says real-world testing is critical phase as company pushes ahead with development of Autonomous Drive systems for 2020. Read More

Green Cars Auto Technology Car Safety Sep 27, 2013, 6:00 AM

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Nissan reduces price, charging time for 2013 Leaf

New 'S' base model lowers starting price for updated electric vehicle more than 17%

Nissan Canada says available provincial incentives can bring the price of the 2013 Leaf down to the level of similar-sized gasoline-powered vehicles. Read More

Green Cars New Cars Jun 11, 2013, 2:15 PM

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Nissan Leaf drives into Sim City

Electronic Arts' brings Nissan electric into popular video game

Virtual reality just got more realty as Nissan helps Sim City fans create EV-friendly cities by driving Leafs and installing charging stations. Read More

Auto Technology Green Cars Apr 27, 2013, 2:00 PM

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Nissan to offer entry level Leaf

Japanese marque pins hope for tumbling sales on budget variant

With marketshare slipping away to hybrid rivals with backup gas engines, the pricey Leaf is expanding into entry-level territory. Read More

New Cars Green Cars Oct 7, 2012, 1:00 AM

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Tweet for a Leaf at TIFF

Nissan puts two green taxis on the road for film fest

Nissan plans to combine Twitter and its all-electric Leaf for a thoroughly modern pop culture experience at the Toronto Film Festival. Read More

Green Cars Auto Industry Sep 8, 2012, 5:00 PM

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Nissan Leaf becomes a limo

Nashville hotel commissions construction of the first Leaf limousine

What is billed as "the world's first road-worthy, licenced, street legal electric limousine" proves the concept, paving the way for more to come. Read More

Green Cars New Cars Auto Industry Jul 18, 2012, 5:00 PM

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2012 Nissan Leaf

First Battery Electric Vehicle to target the mainstream

VANCOUVER, B.C. – They have been a long time coming, but electric vehicles are now becoming a reality. Some hurdles remain, but the majority have bee Read More

Green Cars Auto Technology Feb 21, 2012, 1:00 AM