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NISSAN TO SHOWCASE ELECTRIC VEHICLE CAPABILITY AT EVS22

TOKYO (Oct. 20, 2006)--Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., will showcase its full range of electric vehicle capabilities, led by the X-TRAIL

FCV 2005, at this year's 22nd International Battery, Hybrid and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Symposium & Exposition or better known as EVS22. The EVS22 is the world's largest international symposium dedicated to electric vehicles and technology, and is scheduled from October 23 through 28 at the Pacifico Yokohama.

Nissan has a long and proud history of research and development in electric vehicles that dates back to its first electric car, the Tama EV, built in 1947. Today, Nissan continues to explore various long-term sustainable technologies including the promotion of electric-powered vehicles, fuel cell vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles that would have a positive impact on future generations.

Nissan was the first automaker to release the world's first lithium-ion battery powered vehicle - the Prairie Joy Electric Vehicle back in 1996. Since then, Nissan has been committed to the development of the core technologies i.e. the motor, battery and inverter components fundamental to efficiently power an 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 offered the world a preview of the open possibilities through the reveal of the Pivo concept vehicle. The Pivo utilizes Nissan's "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 electricpowered solutions that can be incorporated into its current vehicle portfolio to benefit customers. One such innovativeinvention 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 EVS22 feature the following:

<Presentation Outline (Nissan Presentation Booth: Hall C C-1)>

1. Vehicle Presentations

·         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.

·         Tama Electric Car

Nissan's first electric car developed in 1947. Maximum speed of 35km/h and capable of achieving 65km when fully charged.

·         Hypermini

Ultra-small electric two-seater designed specifically for the urban commuter. Lightweight, highly rigid body based on an aluminium "spaceframe" 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.

·         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.

2. Technology Presentation

·         Super Motor

The Nissan Super Motor is unique because it consists of one motor powered by two rotors and has the dual function of motor cum generator.

·         Compact Lithium-ion Batteries

Lightweight compact lithium-ion batteries using unique laminated cells. Power output is improved by 1.5 times while battery volume is reduced by more than half compared with conventional cylindrical lithium-ion batteries.

·         Pivo Electric Technology (Video presentation)

Pivo is a concept car that utilizes Nissan's "by-wire" technology to allow the forward-facing cabin to rotate in any direction, eliminating the need to reverse. The electric powertrain combines zero emissions with an efficient packaging. Pivo represents the future potential of electric cars.

·         e.4WD (Cut-away model and video presentation)

An electric motor powers the rear-wheels in Nissan's unique 4WD that does not require a propeller shaft. In addition to highperformance 4WD capabilities, it offers good mileage due to its lightweight, simple construction with minimal engine transmission loss. Unlike the mechanical 4WD, the e.4WD allows for a more spacious interior due to its compact design and the elimination of the propeller shaft.

3. Test Drive Event

The following two vehicles will be available for test drive on public roads for registered EV22 participants.

·         X-TRAIL FCV 2005 fuel cell vehicle

·         Wingroad equipped with e-4WD

*EVS: International Battery, Hybrid and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Symposium. The world's largest international symposium in the field of electric vehicles, hybrid cars, fuel cell vehicles, etc.

*NEDO: New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization

SOURCE: Nissan