Nissan is doing more to help the environment than just releasing the Leaf, as the auto maker has also recently unveiled a new type of pedal that actually helps drivers use less fuel. Developed in conjunction with Mikuni Corporation, a Japanese auto parts manufacturer, the pedal provides resistance, so the driver will be less inclined to push it all the way down.
Aptly dubbed the ECO Pedal system, the technology was developed for the Nissan Fuga, a luxury car currently only available in Japan. And according to the auto manufacturer, the system is able to improve fuel efficiency by anywhere from five to 10 percent. Though it’s currently only being used for the Fuga, Nissan plans to expand the system to other vehicles in its line as well. Additionally, the technology can now be licensed by other companies as well, letting other car companies get in on the fuel saving action as well.
Via Autoblog Green
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