DaveinOlyWA
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surfingslovak said:Thanks, Dave, I think that would be much appreciated. At least I know that I would value such approach. To sum up your post above: you are subject to an NDA. Nissan has not confirmed that they were working on a new chemistry, and you could not tell if they were. The timeline of the market introduction of any new technology has not been communicated, and aside from your own interpretation, you don't know why Nissan has chosen to offer a battery rental program only at this time. Is this fair to say or did I miss anything?DaveinOlyWA said:finally, I try to make it obvious when I am stating my own thoughts and will try to kick that up a notch
they are working on a better chemistry and the ASE guy pretty much stated that is an ongoing process. they know they don't have an "end" product. Now after Phoenix, the focus maybe redirected.
As far as the rental program, they stated in the announcement that a large part of the decision was based on customer feedback and survey results along with the expected rapid advances these batteries will undergo making a purchase which is essentially a frozen moment in "technology time" not in the best interests of the owner which would lead to frustration farther down the line. A lease, especially one that can be entered at any time allows one to get the best technology available. Remember to enter the lease, you can do it with 5 bars or 12.
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Nissan conducted a global survey of LEAF owners and prospective electric vehicle customers and reviewed publicly available industry data to help shape the replacement proposal. Owners and prospective owners voiced a preference for a monthly payment program, and that they wanted assurances that the battery will maintain its capacity at a certain level.
I am one of those who selected that option but I was in the "$50 a month" camp...