Southwest Nissan Group changes in-house fleet to EVs

Southwest Nissan Group, which operates Nissan showrooms in Wellington, Somerset; and Exeter and Barnstaple in Devon, has switched its in house car fleet to EVs.

Three directors have opted for the new Ariyas while over a dozen other members of the management team are driving LEAF hatchbacks. Management are hoping the move will encourage more customers to choose EVS and benefit from lower running costs.

Matthew Holcombe, group managing director at Southwest Nissan Group, said: ‘‘This switch to electric motoring is a project we have all been incredibly excited about in recent weeks and we are delighted to have completed the transition. LEAF and Ariya are tremendous cars – and everything has gone very smoothly with the change-over.

‘‘Before making this move, we had all gained some experience of electric motoring and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. But we decided the time had come to really go for it. As well as enjoying the many benefits these cars have to offer, we are demonstrating to our customers our complete faith in the technology that powers them.’’