The future of working: Japanese e-NV200 WORKSPACe is the world's first all-electric mobile office

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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: November 13, 2016

Nissan has collaborated with UK-based design workshop Studio Hardie to transform its zero emission e-NV200 van into the world’s first all-electric mobile office – the e-NV200 WORKSPACe.

This professional office environment on wheels features an integrated fold-out desk, touchscreen computer, wireless internet, smartphone-controlled LED lights, wireless phone charging, Bluetooth® audio system, mini fridge and barista-quality coffee machine.

The e-NV200 WORKSPACe concept not only highlights the customisable potential of its electric van, it paints a picture of what desk-based employment could look like in the future as hot-desking and flexible working grows in popularity across the globe. Moreover, the one-off vehicle also provides an example of Nissan’s Intelligent Mobility vision, and the company’s view of how the relationship between vehicles and people are changing.

During 20151, the number of co-working and hot-desking spaces worldwide increased by 36 percent as small businesses and working professionals looked for increased mobility and a more cost-effective alternative to traditional city-centre office space.

With electric vehicles costing as little as €0.03 per kilometre4 to run, the e-NV200 WORKSPACe offers a cost-effective desk space solution allowing users to work for free in some city-centres that offer free EV charging bays, or escape the city altogether for the countryside or coastal fresh air.

Gareth Dunsmore, Director of Electric Vehicles, Nissan Europe said: “The Nissan e-NV200 is already a smart, sustainable transport solution for forward-thinking businesses, making it the ideal vehicle to be used as the basis for a mobile work place. The e-NV200 WORKSPACe takes the ingenuity of our 100 percent electric van a step further and by enlisting the design expertise of Studio Hardie - renowned for its creative eco approach - the e-NV200 has been reimagined as an innovative, zero-emission working environment.

“With property prices in our capital cities at such a premium and the modern professional needing to be ever more mobile, businesses will need to think smart and consider what the workplace of the future looks like,” he added. “With hot-desking and remote working on the rise, it is not too big a leap to see a future where our vehicles will become connected, energy efficient, mobile workspaces and the e-NV200 WORKSPACe project could become more than just a concept.”

The e-NV200 WORKSPACe can be rapid charged from empty to 80 percent power in just 30 minutes, and for those times when you want to leave the office parked and charging up, there’s an internal mount for a folding Brompton Bike, allowing users to make short trips around the city or complete the ‘last mile’ of any journey.

William Hardie, celebrated UK-based designer and founder of Studio Hardie, said: “We specialise in creating amazing spaces in unexpected places, but we’ve never done anything in an electric vehicle before.

“Given the van’s green credentials we wanted to maximise the space with smart and considered features such as sustainably sourced materials and efficiently-powered technology. We believe the future of technology is a return to quality craftsmanship, so we’ve also looked to hone an environment that professionals will really enjoy working in. All the comfort and connectivity of a modern office, with a few surprising touches thrown in!”

The Nissan e-NV200 is part of Nissan’s popular zero-emission range, combining the best elements of two multi-award winning vehicles – the Nissan Leaf and Nissan NV200. It provides a zero-emission light commercial vehicle solution, offering low vehicle running costs of €3.00 per 100 kilometers and a range of up to 170 km on a single charge5. This makes it the perfect transportation option for businesses both big and small, as not only does it contribute to reducing a company’s carbon footprint, it is also practical, reliable and cost-effective.

As a pioneer of zero-emission technology, Nissan is dedicated to providing Intelligent Mobility solutions for all and to date, the company has sold more than 250,000 electric vehicles worldwide.

For more information about Nissan products, services and the brand’s commitment to sustainable mobility, visit www.nissan.eu/experience-nissan.html

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To see how the e-NV200 WORKSPACe was built, click here: https://youtu.be/z1HmzqlGAUs

Nissan e-NV200 WORKSPACe in detail

Stepping inside the best-in-class 4.2m³ load bay of the e-NV200, occupants are welcomed into a bright working environment with a special panoramic glass roof and LED floor lighting enhancing the feeling of space. The intelligent LED system can also be customised to whatever colour scheme the user desires by connecting with a smartphone app to adjust the lighting based on a large number of parameters, such as the palette within a photo.

Bright dashes of coloured trim and a premium-feel, decked oak flooring complete the contemporary ambience. The front seats have also been reupholstered in white to carry the design theme from the rear of the van through to the cockpit.

If the weather is fine, both side sliding doors can be opened, together with the split rear doors, to create a more open working atmosphere. At the rear, a clever floating deck can be pulled out to provide an outdoor area from which to take a phone call, work from a laptop or just admire the view of your surroundings.

Inside the e-NV200 WORKSPACe are two chrome and leather desk chairs, anchored to the van’s oak flooring on custom mounts. In one configuration these are positioned side-by-side to allow for two people to have a meeting. Between these chairs is a wooden console containing a wireless charging dock for smartphones, Bluetooth® music speaker and a drawer-based mini-fridge.

One of the chairs can then be moved to a central mounting point, allowing a user to sit at the fold-down desk console, which houses a touch-screen computer, wireless mouse and keyboard and array of stationary supplies, each with its own storage space.

On the other side of the load bay is a console designed for making barista quality coffee. A barista quality coffee maker rises mechanically from a concealed compartment within the counter with a full array of coffee-making equipment, stored in the overhead locker, for crafting the perfect espresso or cappuccino.

References

http://www.deskmag.com/en/first-results-of-the-new-global-coworking-survey-2015-16

Cost of commuting – https://www.tuc.org.uk/industrial-issues/transport-policy/uk-commuters-spend-six-times-much-their-salary-rail-fares-other

³Rent per sq.m/year - http://www.cushmanwakefield.com/en/research-and-insight/2016/dna-of-real-estate-q2-2016/

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4€0.03 per kilometre is based on the e-NV200, (i) overnight electricity costs and (ii) a range of up to 106 miles per full charge (assuming 95% efficiency). Actual consumption and range may vary due to driving style, road condition, air conditioning and other factors

⁵Actual consumption and range may vary due to driving style, road condition, air-conditioning and other factors outside our control. Fuel costs relate solely to the cost of the electricity used to charge the e-NV200 and take no account of any other costs associated with running/owning the vehicle

About Nissan Motor Co.
Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2015, the company sold more than 5.4 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of 12.19 trillion yen. Nissan engineers, manufactures and markets the world's best-selling all-electric vehicle in history, the Nissan LEAF. Nissan’s global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan, manages operations in six regions: ASEAN & Oceania; Africa, Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America and North America. Nissan has a global workforce of 247,500, and has been partnered with French manufacturer Renault under the Renault-Nissan Alliance since March 1999.

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About Nissan Saudi Arabia
Nissan has a strong heritage in KSA, dating back to the early 50’s. Nissan is committed to becoming a powerful force in the automotive sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, through a host of new models, a completely structured sales network and firm focus on providing customers the best-possible service.

In November 2014, Nissan expanded its Saudi Arabian operations by announcing the creation of ‘Nissan Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd.’ as a national sales center for Nissan Middle East. Nissan Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd. is a joint venture formed with Nissan’s partner, Khaled Juffali Company. This partnership is playing an important role in bolstering Nissan’s presence in the biggest market in Middle East. Nissan established a new, fully-fledged headquarters in Jeddah staffed with over 100 high-caliber employees for the operation.

Earlier in September 2013, Nissan announced the appointment of Alissa Auto as an authorized dealer in the Kingdom. With a shared vision to provide high quality automotive products and dependable after-sales services to customers, Nissan’s partnership with Alisa Auto renewed the bond with the kingdom and re-established strong sales and services network. Alissa auto – which is part of Alissa holding company - has over 60 years in serving Saudi Arabia automotive customers with a success built on its business ethics and customer focus.

To further achieve sustainable growth and customer satisfaction excellence, Nissan announced the appointment of Petromin as a second authorized dealer in March 2016, expanding its businesses to meet market needs. Nissan Petromin will serve its Kingdom wide customers through a network of sales showrooms and service outlets with the unparalleled service network and quality operations of Petromin. Nissan plan to surpass all its competitors and achieve the number one position when it comes to excellence in customer service.

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