Nissan Unveils World's First ECO Pedal (2008/08/06)
Nissan unveiled the ECO Pedal, the world's first technology designed to assist drivers to become more fuel-efficient.
When the eco-pedal system is on, each time the driver steps on the accelerator, a counter push-back control mechanism is activated if the system detects excess pressure, helping to inform the driver that they could be using more fuel than required.
An eco-driving indicator integrated into the instrument panel feeds the driver with real-time fuel consumption levels to help improve his/her driving behavior.
Nissan plans to commercialize the ECO Pedal in 2009.
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When the eco-pedal system is on, each time the driver steps on the accelerator, a counter push-back control mechanism is activated if the system detects excess pressure, helping to inform the driver that they could be using more fuel than required.
An eco-driving indicator integrated into the instrument panel feeds the driver with real-time fuel consumption levels to help improve his/her driving behavior.
Nissan plans to commercialize the ECO Pedal in 2009.
> PRESS RELEASE