Chorley car dealership hands over the milestone 100,000th Nissan electric car sold in the UK
A car dealership in Chorley has overseen a milestone deal this week...
Nissan has celebrated a motoring milestone at one of its Lancashire dealerships: the handover of its 100,000th electric vehicle in the UK.
The landmark car – an all-new, all-electric Nissan MICRA – was supplied to Ron and Gillian Ainsworth at Chorley Group’s Nissan dealership in Chorley.
Adam Gradwell, Client Experience Specialist at Chorley Nissan, who handed the keys to the couple, said: ‘‘We are incredibly proud to be the dealer group that delivered this very special electric vehicle.
‘‘All-New MICRA has proved very popular since its arrival earlier this year. Customers love its sporty styling and fun driving dynamics, and with fuel prices rising significantly this year, the popularity of EVs has increased rapidly. MICRA is the perfect choice for anyone interested in going electric for the first time, as well as those continuing their EV lifestyle.’’
The Ainsworths had no idea their purchase would make automotive history.
Gillian said: ‘‘We are delighted with our new MICRA. It’s our first electric vehicle and we love everything about it. It drives beautifully, it’s comfortable and spacious, and it looks great.
‘‘We were attracted to the MICRA partly because of the positive reviews we read and we’ve not been disappointed. Many congratulations to Nissan on selling their 100,000 th electric vehicle in the UK.’’
Nissan’s reputation as an EV pioneer began 15 years ago when it introduced the world’s first mass-market electric vehicle, the LEAF, to British motorists.
Now, its journey continues with the All-New LEAF, as well as MICRA and the updated ARIYA SUV, all of which qualify for the Government’s Electric Car Grant.
James Taylor, Managing Director of Nissan Motor GB, said: ‘‘We are incredibly proud to have led the way in automotive electrification for 15 years and it’s wonderful to have notched up 100,000 EV sales in the UK.
‘‘Between the new MICRA and LEAF and the just-updated ARIYA, plus our two electric LCVs, Nissan has a strong electric line-up, with every model delivering affordability, innovation and everyday practicality. We hope Mr and Mrs Ainsworth will enjoy many happy years of motoring in their new car.’’