The EVS22 (22nd International Battery, Hybrid and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Symposium & Exposition) is the world’s largest international symposium dedicated to electric vehicles and technology, and is scheduled for 23-28 October 2006 at the Pacifico Yokohama.

Tama Electric Car (1947)
Nissan’s first electric car, with a top speed of 35km/h
and capable of achieving 65km when fully charged.

Nissan has a long history of research in electric vehicles that dates back to its first electric car, the Tama EV, built in 1947.

In 1996 Nissan released the world’s first lithium-ion battery powered vehicle – the Prairie Joy Electric Vehicle.

"The challenge lies in developing advanced technological breakthroughs that could turn the electric vehicle into a viable and practical option for everyday consumers."

At the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan revealed the Pivo concept vehicle, that utilises “drive-by-wire” technology and combines zero emissions with an efficient packaging.

In addition, Nissan has been working on non-core electric-powered technologies aimed at expanding the range of electric-powered solutions that can be incorporated into its current vehicle portfolio to benefit customers.

One such innovative invention is the rear-wheel drive electric four-wheel drive system - the e.4WD system - that eliminates the need for a propeller shaft and delivers significant improvements with its compact and lightweight design.

Nissan’s highlights at the EV22 feature the following vehicles:

Fuel cell vehicle X-Trail FCV 2005

Fitted with a newly-developed 70MPa high-pressure storage cylinder which increases the hydrogen storage capacity by approximately 30% compared to previous 35MPa cylinder, extending the cruising range to over 500km.

Micro UV

Autech Japan developed the Micro UV sponsored by NEDO.

With the increase numbers of elderly drivers, this ultra-small electric vehicle is fitted with an active interface technology to support drivers with failing motor-ability and response-time that may impair their driving capability.

(cover image: Nissan Hypermini - Ultra-small electric two-seater designed specifically for the urban commuter. Lightweight, highly rigid body based on an aluminium “space-frame” fitted with a neodymium magnetic synchronous traction motor and high-performance lithium-ion batteries for improved driving performance. Maximum speed of 100km/h and capable of achieving 115km when fully charged.)

(Source: Nissan)