Renault-Nissan Alliance, Wuhan Government Partner on EV Pilot Program

The Renault-Nissan Alliance (the Alliance) and the People’s Government of Wuhan (China) signed a definitive agreement to develop electric mobility.

Wuhan is working towards becoming an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly city. Introducing electric vehicles (EVs) in the city is an important part of the process to make this happen. The agreement signed with Nissan is one significant step forward to realizing these goals.

—Ruan Chengfa, mayor of Wuhan City

Both parties will, based on the agreement, start the market feasibility study of EVs in Wuhan beginning in 2011 with 25 Nissan electric vehicles. The Wuhan Government will build 250 EV chargers to support vehicle operations in selected areas. Additionally, two quick chargers also will be installed in Wuhan. Further, Nissan and Wuhan Government will collaborate on education and awareness programs.

Wuhan is one of 13 pilot cities with alternative energy vehicle programs supported by the Chinese government. It is also the first city in China to enter into a partnership with the Alliance on the development of electric mobility. The two parties signed the Memorandum of Understanding to promote the development of electric mobility in China in April 2009.

The Nissan LEAF will be the first vehicle to launch under this agreement.