Nissan has just announced that the all-electric Nissan Leaf will be coming to the state of Illinois this fall. The rollout is part of an accelerated launch of the Leaf due to strong consumer demand. It's also supported by plans that include an extensive electric car charging network in Chicago and surrounding suburbs in the coming year.
Illinois Governor Pat Quinn recently announced an investment of million in capital funding to install state-of-the-art charging infrastructure for electric cars throughout the Chicagoland area. Aggressive programs like these will result in a network of 280 electric vehicle charging stations in the region and will spur the adoption zero-emissions vehicles. State sponsored rebates will also make the Nissan Leaf even more affordable to Illinois residents.
"Illinois is laying the groundwork for electric vehicles, and our efforts are paying off," Gov. Quinn said. "By investing in electric vehicle technology, both the State of Illinois and Nissan are making transportation in our state more efficient, sustainable and affordable."
The City of Chicago is diligently building an EV infrastructure plan that called for 73 DC quick-charging stations and 207 Level 2 stations to be installed at public parking garages, grocery stores, tollway oases, etc. by the end of 2011. Already, 40 charging stations have been installed.
"Governor Quinn, Mayor Emmanuel and other visionary Chicago-area leaders have paved the way for mass market adoption of electric cars in their community," said Scott Becker, senior vice president, Administration and Finance, Nissan Americas. "Chicagoland consumers want a transportation solution that uses no gas and produces no emissions, and the introduction of the Nissan LEAF to Illinois makes that a reality."
Share
No comments:
Post a Comment