The Nissan LEAF is now recognised as the world’s best-selling battery electric car, with 26,976 units globally during 2012. That’s an increase of 11 per cent on 2011’s result. Cumulative sales of Nissan LEAF reached 49,117 units since its launch in December 2010.
In 2012, Renault sold 16,853 of its zero-emission vehicles, launching both the Fluence Z.E and Twizy in the year. Since the launch of its Z.E electric range began in October 2011, with the arrival of the Kangoo Z.E. small van, Renault has sold 18,606 zero-emission vehicles cumulatively.
Not as many sales as wanted, but the market is growing!
