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Leaf a zero hero

Nissan Leaf will make family motoring electric.

By:Auto Express team

12 Aug 2009

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An all new, all-electric family hatch promises to bring eco to the masses, courtesy of Nissan.

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In This Review

Introduction
Gas guzzlers seem to be a dying breed, but that doesn't mean the end of desirable motors. Auto Express has got the hottest news from the motoring world as it cleans up it's act.
Gocycle Electric Bike
Can't live without your gas guzzler? Cut down on commuting emissions with the Gocycle.
Stop-Start shoot-out
Seven cars with the latest in Stop Start technology are put through their paces.
Tesla Model S
Electric saloon in the works for Tesla.
Mitsubishi i-MiEV
Mitsubishi electric baby to go on sale.
Ford Mondeo ECOnetic vs Vauxhall Insignia ecoFLEX
Two of the motor industries top-rated cars have released special green editions - see how they match up against each other.
BMW's Green Stunner
BMW planning eco beauty for Frankfurt.
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