Nissan Leaf earns five-star NCAP rating

The 100-per cent electric Nissan Leaf has earned a five-star overall vehicle rating for safety as part of the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP). It is the first fully electric vehicle to earn this highest distinction, and the vehicle has also been named a top safety pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
April 17, 2012 Read time: 1 min
The 100-per cent electric 838 Nissan Leaf has earned a five-star overall vehicle rating for safety as part of the US 834 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP). It is the first fully electric vehicle to earn this highest distinction, and the vehicle has also been named a top safety pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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