The Nissan Leaf is claimed by its manufacturer to be the world's first affordable zero emission car. The medium-size hatchback is specifically designed for a lithium-ion chassis and is said to provide an eco-mobility in line with rising consumer demand across Europe.It seats five , has a tested range of about 100 miles, or 160km and will go on sale in the US ,Japan,and Europe later this year. There will be a further boost for the car, following an agreement with Hertz,when the Leaf will be available for hire in Europe in 2011. Hertz Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Mark P Frossora, says that the commitment to green-car rentals is one his company to extend on a global scale.
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“The partnership with Nissan seals Hertz’s commitment to green-car rentals and firmly demonstrates our mission to advancing zero-emission mobility on a global scale,” said Mark P. Frissora, Hertz Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “With unique solutions like the Hertz Green Collection already available to our customers, we believe in continuously providing innovative mobility solutions to sustain the growing demand for eco-travel,” he added.
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