2018 Nissan Leaf to feature e-Pedal – one-pedal driving

The next-generation Nissan Leaf will not only be a smarter car than its predecessor, it will also come with a “revolutionary technology that transforms the way we drive” called e-Pedal.

Nissan says the feature will enable something it refers to as “one-pedal driving,” but how does it operate? As the attached video shows us, drivers will need to flip the e-Pedal switch to enable to function, which turns the accelerator pedal into an “e-Pedal.”

With the feature active, the rightmost pedal is now used to accelerate and also to slow down or come to a stop. To engage braking, simply ease off the pedal, and if you want to come to a stop, release it completely.

2018 Nissan Leaf to feature e-Pedal – one-pedal driving

It may sound curious but this operational method has made its way into other cars like the Tesla Roadster and even the BMW i3 (video demonstration provided below). As regenerative braking is prevalent in most electric cars, the system acts as a “brake” of sorts when you are easing off the accelerator. However, the brake pedal can still be used in the event of panic stops or if emergency manoeuvres are required.

Why bother with such a feature that seems alien to most of the driving population? Nissan explains the feature greatly reduces the need for drivers to shift from one pedal to the other in heavy traffic and during city commutes. The e-Pedal therefore covers 90% of their driving needs and makes driving simpler and more engaging. For those who prefer the traditional style of driving, once again, the brake pedal still exists here.

The e-Pedal is just one of what should be many other featured technologies like the ProPILOT Assist driver-assistance suite. Look forward to the reveal of the next-gen Leaf on September 6 (September 5 in the United States).

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Gerard Lye

Originating from the corporate world with a background in finance and economics, Gerard’s strong love for cars led him to take the plunge into the automotive media industry. It was only then did he realise that there are more things to a car than just horsepower count.

 

Comments

  • Wait, so its just like those electric bumper cars but w/o the protection of the bumpers? WTH!

    Both function the same and runs on electric. Lolz!

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  • LOL toy car !!!

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  • thepolygonal on Jul 21, 2017 at 3:52 pm

    CRZ drivers have known to love these for some time now. There is just one problem…

    The car slow down due to regenerative yes… but will the brake lights shows that it is slowing down? The The car behind might not know until he got too close and emergency brake.

    I hope Nissan Leaf solve that issue.

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    • It shows the light. Watch the video and read the article before comment

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  • DonkeyKong on Jul 21, 2017 at 4:29 pm

    Can’t wait to see the aftermath that results from women driving these cars..

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    • When panicked will press on any pedals. Just so happens, the only pedal is the accelerator pedal.

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  • Oh no I’ve got no brakes!! Oh wait…

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    • loler on Jul 21, 2017 at 5:53 pm

      Oh wait, why it goes slow when I release the pedal? Oh ok then this car is toycar alike! Lol

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  • No more Heel-toe footwork on this car

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  • Driver on Jul 21, 2017 at 5:34 pm

    Imagine a sudden brake applied during emergency and our body will be leaning towards front, and because of momentum, we will be automatically pressing the pedal again!

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  • tokmoh. on Jul 21, 2017 at 5:37 pm

    Why do carmakers like to fix something that isn’t broken?

    Anton Yelchin (Star Trek actor) died in his backyard cuz Jeep wanna get fancy and reinvent the gear lever.

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  • what nonsense is this….

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  • Mozilla Chrome on Jul 22, 2017 at 1:27 pm

    Definitely not for drivers that love to hit brake even there is nothing in front. Really hate when stuck behind this kind of driver.

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  • Aniki Tan on Jul 22, 2017 at 8:01 pm

    Press the brake!
    How?
    I don’t know…
    Soon reverse gear also can be save with just overturn your steering wheel~

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  • Don’t see why this is making sense. Why bother one pedal for brake and accelerator when you have to use both with just one leg?

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