Mercedes-Benz Japan begins Smart EV road tests
Last updated Oct 17, 2010 — 37 views
Mercedes-Benz Japan has begun testing the electric version of its compact Smart car on Japanese roads, according to several sources.
The two-seater Smart Fortwo Electric Drive reportedly was developed by Daimler, utilizes a lithium-ion battery developed by Tesla Motors, and can achieve a top speed of around 60mph.
Smart Fortwo Electric Drive is a two-seater EV
In related news, Smart Fortwo Electric Drive EVs are a key element of an electric vehicle trial project in the West Midlands area of the U.K. A report on the project is available here (PDF download).
A few more details regarding the in-process road tests of the Smart Fortwo Electric Drive by Mercedes-Benz Japan are available at TradingMarkets.com.