• Brand Republic, Wednesday, November 27, 2013 9:39 AM

Nissan is attempting to boost sales of its Leaf electric car in the UK with the introduction five pledges to make it a "practical" choice for more customers, as part of a "ground-breaking customer commitment." Nissan’s first pledge is to allow customers to "rapid charge" their Leaf for free at any Nissan dealership or at service stations located along the road network that are part of Ecotricity’s Electric Highway scheme. Customers will also be able to borrow a petrol or diesel Nissan for free for up to 14 days if they need an extra car for a "special occasion." The other pledges include 24-hour test drives, free pan-European electric vehicle roadside assistance and a five-year guarantee on the electric battery.

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