Nissan has loaned 10 NV200 Vanette Taxis, similar to the "Taxis of Tomorrow" heading to New York City, to improve public access to transportation in the areas affected by the recent major earthquake and natural disasters.
The NV200 Vanette Taxis will be delivered to the affected areas in the fall of this year. The compact commercial van is unique in that it can be suited for a wide variety of situations including business, daily use, or leisure. The NV200 Vanette is sold in approximately 40 countries throughout the world, and has received positive feedback from customers for its spacious interior, fuel economy, excellent driving performance, and attractive design.
“We are proud to support the MLIT project by providing Nissan’s NV200 Vanette Taxis,” said Nissan Corporate Vice President Hideto Murakami, who is responsible for the Global LCV Business Unit. “Our hope is that they will be used to help people in the affected area and, as we go forward, lead to widespread adoption of the Universal Design Taxi nationwide.”
At the end of 2009, the NV200 Vanette was awarded the “International Van of the Year 2010″ award after being selected by journalists from 20 European countries. An electric version of the van is currently under development.
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