wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #21 Q:How can I become involved in the real world testing of the Leaf? A:When you sign up for updates on the LEAF, you can indicate that you'd like to participate in testing.
Q:How can I become involved in the real world testing of the Leaf? A:When you sign up for updates on the LEAF, you can indicate that you'd like to participate in testing.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #22 Q:Will it be possible to plug in a laptop or other standard device into the vehicle A:The LEAF will have a standard 12V automotive power outlet.
Q:Will it be possible to plug in a laptop or other standard device into the vehicle A:The LEAF will have a standard 12V automotive power outlet.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #23 Q:Is it true that the LEAF get rid of all fluids such as coolant, transmission, steering wheel, brake...? A:Most of these funcs are electronic, without fluids or motor oil. It will have brake fluid and washer fluid, tho.
Q:Is it true that the LEAF get rid of all fluids such as coolant, transmission, steering wheel, brake...? A:Most of these funcs are electronic, without fluids or motor oil. It will have brake fluid and washer fluid, tho.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #24 Q:Will the battery overheating be an an issue for extended periods of driving? A:The design of the car will ensure the battery is entirely safe from leaks and overheating.
Q:Will the battery overheating be an an issue for extended periods of driving? A:The design of the car will ensure the battery is entirely safe from leaks and overheating.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #25 Q:Will there be test drives for the public in the near future? Aublic test drives are possible. Sign up on the site and we will send you details when they are available.
Q:Will there be test drives for the public in the near future? Aublic test drives are possible. Sign up on the site and we will send you details when they are available.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #26 Q:Where will the "appropriate charging stations" be located? A:We're helping establish a wide charging network at malls, service stations, etc. Your nav system will show locations.
Q:Where will the "appropriate charging stations" be located? A:We're helping establish a wide charging network at malls, service stations, etc. Your nav system will show locations.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #27 Q:Will you be able to schedule the heater to come on like you will be able to do for the A/C? A:Yes - you will be able to control heat and a/c functions through timers and an internet tool.
Q:Will you be able to schedule the heater to come on like you will be able to do for the A/C? A:Yes - you will be able to control heat and a/c functions through timers and an internet tool.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #28 Q:Will the cars body be made of recyclable material? A:The LEAF will be almost fully recyclable at the end of its life.
Q:Will the cars body be made of recyclable material? A:The LEAF will be almost fully recyclable at the end of its life.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #29 Q:could you post a picture of the LEAF with the hood open so we can view the "engine compartment"? A:There is no hood since there is no engine to service in the traditional way. Stay tuned for more pictures soon.
Q:could you post a picture of the LEAF with the hood open so we can view the "engine compartment"? A:There is no hood since there is no engine to service in the traditional way. Stay tuned for more pictures soon.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #30 Q:case of a problem can a (normal) qualified electrician fix a Leaf? is a special training is needed? A:The LEAF has an electric motor and no gasoline engine, so it will require service from qualified Nissan EV technicians.
Q:case of a problem can a (normal) qualified electrician fix a Leaf? is a special training is needed? A:The LEAF has an electric motor and no gasoline engine, so it will require service from qualified Nissan EV technicians.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #31 Q:What is the expected price of the home-installed charge station components? Are they separate from the cost of the car? A:We will provide more info about home chargers when it's available.
Q:What is the expected price of the home-installed charge station components? Are they separate from the cost of the car? A:We will provide more info about home chargers when it's available.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #32 Q:how much torque does the leaf have? A:The exact specs of the LEAF are still under development. It does, however, have 100% torque at 0 RPM!
Q:how much torque does the leaf have? A:The exact specs of the LEAF are still under development. It does, however, have 100% torque at 0 RPM!
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #33 Q:Will the Leaf have some sort of WiFi capabilites, since the IT tech will be able to assist in navigation? A:The LEAF uses a cellular-type network. There is no WiFi capability at the moment.
Q:Will the Leaf have some sort of WiFi capabilites, since the IT tech will be able to assist in navigation? A:The LEAF uses a cellular-type network. There is no WiFi capability at the moment.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #34 Q:When plugging the car in will it be possible that the car would be "smart"enough to pull electricity during non peak hours? A:You can program the car to charge whenever you like. Most people will charge overnight at off-peak times.
Q:When plugging the car in will it be possible that the car would be "smart"enough to pull electricity during non peak hours? A:You can program the car to charge whenever you like. Most people will charge overnight at off-peak times.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #35 Q:since the battery is on the front, is there something (reliable) protecting it in case of a collision A:The battery is actually located under the driver's seat. It has been tested for impact safety.
Q:since the battery is on the front, is there something (reliable) protecting it in case of a collision A:The battery is actually located under the driver's seat. It has been tested for impact safety.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #36 Q:Is there a timeline for the development of sufficient "charging station" infrastructure to make this competitive with ICEs? A:We're working all the time on developing infrastructure. By the time of mass-production, lots will be in place.
Q:Is there a timeline for the development of sufficient "charging station" infrastructure to make this competitive with ICEs? A:We're working all the time on developing infrastructure. By the time of mass-production, lots will be in place.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #37 Q:is the leaf going to have the zero emission logo on it A:Current plan is to include a zero emissions badge, but not the big body graphic. Perhaps it will be available separately.
Q:is the leaf going to have the zero emission logo on it A:Current plan is to include a zero emissions badge, but not the big body graphic. Perhaps it will be available separately.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #38 Q:Is the home charging station weatherproof A:A weatherproof EVSE will be available.
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #39 Q:how long will the battery remained charged if you leave it parked where you cannot charge it A:This depends on factors like ambient temperature, age of the battery
Q:how long will the battery remained charged if you leave it parked where you cannot charge it A:This depends on factors like ambient temperature, age of the battery
wxxyz Well-known member Joined Aug 4, 2009 Messages 509 Sep 22, 2009 #40 Q:Will the "engine compartment" just contain the smaller electric motor or is there the potential for more trunk space? A:There is no front cargo space, but we are working to maximize interior and cargo space elsewhere.
Q:Will the "engine compartment" just contain the smaller electric motor or is there the potential for more trunk space? A:There is no front cargo space, but we are working to maximize interior and cargo space elsewhere.
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