Myths about electric vehicles debunked

The Philippines is preparing for a major shift in the automotive industry towards electric vehicles (EVs) as Nissan prepares to bring the long-awaited Nissan LEAF to the Philippines. But before the Nissan Intelligent Mobility icon hits the country, Nissan shares the top four EV myths and debunks them all.

Myth No. # 1: electric vehicles are slow

In a recent experiment, the Nissan LEAF raced against nature’s fastest elements: fire and wind, and the famous EV won with its celebrated acceleration from 0-100 km / h in just 7.9 seconds. With minor moving parts and a powerful electric motor, an EV accelerates faster than a normal-powered car. With more than 70 years of electric vehicle experience, Nissan has engineered the electronic powertrain that delivers electrical power directly to the wheels for instant acceleration, making the Nissan LEAF faster to start, for a smooth ride. and very sensitive.

Myth No. 2: the autonomy capacity of an electric vehicle is limited

With a fully charged battery, the Nissan LEAF can cover 311 kilometers. If you consider that the average daily commute in Metro Manila is 8.2 miles, you can drive around the National Capital Region in a fully charged Nissan LEAF for up to three weeks, without having to worry about a dead battery. For out of town trips, the Nissan LEAF can take adventurers to Baguio (246.6 km from Metro Manila) before you need to recharge. In addition, the Nissan LEAF ePedal combines ease, excitement and innovation in EV technology. The innovative feature also allows you to steer with one pedal, allowing you to accelerate and brake based on foot pressure. Even more impressive, Nissan’s ePedal is part of an advanced regenerative braking system, meaning the car will even regain a bit of load each time you brake.

Myth No. 3: Charging is a problem for electric vehicles

A common misconception is that electric vehicles can only be charged using fast charging stations. Although the Philippines currently has around 14 charging stations that are ready for the Nissan LEAF, most EV owners prefer to charge at home as it is the most convenient option. Similar to charging your mobile phone after a long day of use, the Nissan LEAF can be plugged into a normal electrical outlet to charge overnight. Charging with the universal cable generally takes 12-15 hours to fully charge the Nissan LEAF. For faster charging, users have the option of installing a special wall box to speed up the charging time from 5 to 7 hours.

Myth # 4: Electric cars aren’t exciting.

Nissan LEAF offers virtually silent donuts and burns in the Nissan Drift Experiment. With the Nissan LEAF as the icon of Nissan Intelligent Mobility, the possibilities for a safe, fun and exciting driving experience are endless. What’s more exciting than an electric vehicle that produces zero emissions and makes virtually no sound while driving? In this exciting and adrenaline-fueled demonstration, the Nissan LEAF showcased how easily the mass-produced electric vehicle can produce both peak torque and force, while delivering virtually silent donuts and burns. The Nissan LEAF, with its fast acceleration of 100 km / h in 7.9 seconds, is quick to start with a smooth and very responsive drive. “Nissan is a world leader in electric mobility. We constantly challenge mobility conventions, even now: We take the top four EV myths and dispel them with our award-winning Nissan LEAF. We will never stop daring the impossible, ”says Atsushi Najima, President and CEO of Nissan in the Philippines. “We look forward to bringing the Nissan LEAF to the Philippines as a legendary vehicle that has been continually refined since its first introduction in 2010.