Social entrepreneurs Suzana and Claudio Padua of the Institute of Ecological Research in Brazil tell Alliance TV about their hopes for the take-up of sustainable mobility in developing economies, and explain why they think Brazil could become a model for sustainable living.

Electric vehicle owners in France now have around 100 more charging points in urban areas, following a partnership between Nissan and the Swedish retailer IKEA.

Back in February we told you about RobotCar, a Nissan LEAF capable of driving around the grounds of the University of Oxford all by itself.

The long distances often involved in travelling across North America will pose no challenge to EV users in Vermont and Quebec, following the installation of a 138-mile (222km) charging corridor between Burlington and Montreal. 

As leaders from the world’s largest economies converge in Northern Ireland for the upcoming G8 Summit, we must focus on two interconnected subjects of vital importance: clean energy and clean cars. In so doing, we will pave the way for a cleaner planet.

Today, we rely primarily on fossil fuels to meet our growing demand for energy. Three hydrocarbons -- oil, coal and natural gas – provide 87% of global energy demand. The scientific community overwhelmingly agrees that overuse of fossil fuels has contributed to global warming. These fuels are finite and non-renewable; by definition, they will not last forever.

The Nissan LEAF, the best-selling electric vehicle in the world, has secured Nissan's place as global leader in zero-emission mobility. But it's just the start of Nissan's wide-reaching electric vehicle programme.

When it was launched, Nissan LEAF was the world's first purpose-designed electric vehicle from a major manufacturer. It was a roomy family car aimed at customers who mainly used their car as their daily driver for local trips - shopping or commuting - and who wanted to make a contribution to improving air quality in their home towns.