Nissan Unveils Concept Ambulance & Electric Delivery Van (e-NV200 Fridge Concept)
City, state, and other government vehicles have much to gain from the outstanding technological advances coming from Nissan and other leaders in the electric vehicle transition. That also means battery leadership. As one unique application of lithium-ion batteries, they can help soften the blow of a medical emergency. They can provide extra help in remote or disturbed areas without electricity and in dire circumstances.
Electric vehicles themselves have many great applications yet to be tapped as well. Nissan, intent to capture one more market segment for electric vehicles, has unveiled its solution for certain urban delivery needs.
Together, Nissan recently put two cool concept vehicles on stage — the Paramedic Concept and the all-electric Nissan e-NV200 Fridge Concept.
The all-electric Nissan e-NV200 Fridge Concept is a modified e-NV200, of course. “The Fridge Concept’s compact size will make it easier to park in urban environments, where large delivery trucks are often prevented from stopping,” the company writes. The Nissan e-Fridge is equipped with an additional battery pack in the cargo space to power a refrigeration unit that is able to chill stored foods.
At the Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan also unveiled its new Paramedic Concept to go alongside the e-NV200 Fridge Concept. “It will be Nissan’s fifth-generation ambulance and builds on the success of the previous versions, which are sold exclusively in Japan. The next-generation ambulance is based on Nissan’s NV350 Caravan, providing better comfort for the patient and a better work environment for paramedics and drivers.”
Some unique elements packed into the new ambulance include Nissan’s industry-leading Intelligent Around View Monitor and technology to reduce the spread of germs. “The ambulance also carries a lithium-ion auxiliary battery that supports life-saving medical equipment when patients are in remote areas or need of emergency assistance. It also contributes to CO2 reduction, as well as external and internal noise reduction,” Nissan reports.
“The new Paramedic Concept contains vital life-saving equipment to respond to emergencies, often in remote areas,” Ashwani Gupta, senior vice president of the Renault-Nissan LCV Business Unit, points out. “Meanwhile, the e-NV200 Fridge Concept will create huge value for commercial users – generating more business, as well as reducing the cost of ownership. With zero emissions, it’ll be perfect for busy urban environments where larger vehicles are often prohibited.”
Key specifications:
NV200 Fridge Concept Lithium-ion battery:
- 24 kWh (for Vehicle) + 12 kWh (for Fridge)
- Length: 4.560m Width: 1.755m
- Height: 2.150m
New Nissan Paramedic Concept
- 2.5-liter gasoline engine
- QR25DE – 5 Speed AT Lithium-ion auxiliary battery size: 1.6 kWh
- Vehicle length: 5.440m Width: 1.880m
- Height: 2.490m
Nissan continues: “In Europe, Nissan already offers an e-NV200 fridge conversion. Paramedic conversions are already available on the NV200, NV300, and NV400. There are no plans to launch the NV350 Caravan in Europe.”
From fires and fires and fires to floods, to hurricanes, to earthquakes, the need for emergency relief only becomes more challenging. Battery-packed vehicles such as Nissan’s will become more important for saving lives as the need for emergency relief grows over the coming years.
Clean electric delivery vans also save lives — in a different way.
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