Electric Nissan to debut in 2010

The company's latest fuel cell stack is superior in several ways to the previous generation unit:

- It offers twice the power density, thanks to revised cell structure and improved condictivity of its electrolyte layers

- Total power output is up 40%, from 90kW to 130kW

- The cell is now 25% smaller, going from 90L down to 68L, making it easier to position within a vehicle

- Reduced use of platinum in the design has led to a 35% cost reduction per unit

Test units incorporating the new fuel cell stacks will be in operation from the end of this year.