WATCH: EV Education Video by Nissan presented by Naya Ehrlich-Adam, founder of sustainable food business Broccoli Revolution, Bangkok and Tim Jarvis, Australian explorer and environmental scientist:
BANGKOK – Electric vehicles (EV) aren't just for early adopters anymore. With more than one-third of Southeast Asian consumers considering EVs for their next vehicle purchase1, the demand from people in Asia and Oceania to learn about EV ownership is increasing.
To help, the fourth video of Nissan's EV Education
"Our educational video series is aimed at creating better acceptance and adoption of electric vehicles by both individuals and societies in the region," said Yutaka Sanada, regional senior vice president for Nissan Asia & Oceania. "By sharing the genuine interest of real-world individuals as they learn the ease and benefits of electric vehicles, we aim to debunk current misperceptions as well as inspire audiences for the future."
1. Battery-powered cars reduce spending on fuel and maintenance
With fewer moving parts in an EV, owners can save on maintenance costs2 as well as fuel. Most drivers in Southeast Asia travel less than 80
Maintenance and service costs are also considerably lower for EVs. In the US for example, EV owners experience an average savings of more than USD $650 per year8.
Moreover, it's predicted that the cost of an EV will drop below that of conventional-fuel vehicles by 2040, with EV sales growing exponentially year on year9.
2. EVs have the same space as standard
Many consumers believe that EVs have limited space and acceleration. However, EVs today offer a full-powered vehicle experience especially designed for modern drivers, and without a tailpipe engine, they have much larger space allowances as compared to regular cars. As an example, the Nissan LEAF has 435
Furthermore, the concern that EVs can't pick up speed adequately is a myth. Boasting 148bhp, the Nissan LEAF can accelerate from 0-62mph in 7.9 seconds10. The car's battery pack also sits down in the chassis for a low
Caption: The Nissan LEAF has 435
3. Owners of EVs are driving sustainably into the future
One of the key benefits of EVs for modern-consumers is that the car sends zero emissions into the atmosphere and is environmentally friendly. Air pollution is the highest environmental consumer concern in Asia-Pacific, with 85% of people extremely or very concerned about this issue12. Thus, electric vehicles with zero-emissions and virtually silent operations, present a viable solution for owners to help do their part for an improved urban future. As Tim Jarvis articulates in this latest Nissan EV Ownership video, "If everyone drove electric cars, we would be in a far better place."
Watch Nissan prove that EVs are for everyone in the fourth
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About Nissan Asia & Oceania
Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, INFINITI and Datsun brands. Nissan has been operating in the A&O region for over 60 years, employing more than 11,000 employees across research & development, manufacturing, logistics and sales & marketing operations. The A&O region itself encompasses 30 markets across both Asia and the Pacific, with the regional headquarters based in Bangkok, Thailand. Nissan has developed long-standing regional partnerships with National Sales Companies like Tan Chong Motor, as well as developing a growing network of more than 750 dealers, to deliver a significant Nissan, Datsun and INFINITI product line-up to A&O customers. Nissan is driven by Nissan Intelligent Mobility, the company's vision for a better future for customers where cars are their partners, and where driving is safer, smarter and more efficient. For more information, visit https://asia.nissannews.com/en and follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/nissanAO.
Cedric Ratinaud
General Manager, Product Communications
Asia & Oceania
Nissan Motor Asia Pacific Co., Ltd.
Email: cedric@nissan.co.th
Tel: +66-(0) 2-339-3400
Eva Chow
Edelman Singapore for Nissan Asia & Oceania
Email: eva.chow@edelman.com
Tel: +65 6494 1596
2https://insideevs.com/electric-car-servicing-cost-lower/
3https://www.globalpetrolprices.com/gasoline_prices
5https://www.canstarblue.com.au/electricity/electricity-costs-kwh/
6https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/industries/98197789/new-zealand-power-prices-are-surging-higher
8http://fortune.com/2017/08/23/american-automobile-association-car-costs/
9https://www.bloomberg.com/features/2016-ev-oil-crisis/
10https://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/nissan/leaf/hatchback/engines
11https://www.badeloftusa.com/ideas/how-much-does-bathtub-hold/
