Connected Car
Nissan introduced the LEAF to the Philippines on May 9, officially plugging the country into the electric vehicle era. Nissan Philippines Inc. (NPI), the local sales distribution unit which is partly owned by Nissan Motor Corp. of Japan, is focused on an ecosystem approach to LEAF sales and support. The priorities are not only vehicle sales, but also charging stations and a development plan to increase charging stations ahead of sales volume. The pricing makes it unappealing and unaffordable to most Filipinos, even those who want to get an electric vehicle. Nissan is establishing 7 charging stations in the country through its dealerships — which, compared to current US standards, is paltry.