Nissan has started field tests of its electric e-NV200 compact van in Saitama city.

The city is promoting the adoption of electric vehicles through its E-Kizuna project which promotes EVs as a way to address global warming and achieve a sustainable low-carbon society.

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Nissan, which signed on at the start of the project, is working with the city on building the charging infrastructure, creating demand and developing incentives, and building community awareness.

Saitama city will use the e-NV200 for travel between city hall and other municipal offices as part of regular business. The vehicle will be evaluated for environmental-friendliness, usability and economy.

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