Nissan brings CARWINGS eco-driving service on-board

Nissan has announced an additional new service for its popular CARWINGS navigation system. In line with the objectives of the Nissan Green Program 2010 to reduce carbon-dioxide emissions, they will be introducing a new service dubbed “Eco-Drive and You” (Anata mo eco-drive) to promote “eco-driving” habits in Japan.

Since January 2007, Nissan CARWINGS members have been provided with a range of services which have included fuel-efficiency rankings for same model owners and advice on efficient driving methods. The service has now been expanded to provide the same helpful content found online into the onboard navigation system of car owners. To add to driver convenience, the service will also offer voice audio guidance aside from the call-up display found in the dashboard. Car owners can now monitor their fuel consumption habits, experience better fuel economy as well as enjoy helpful driving tips while on the road.

The service has three main components:
1. Eco-drive check (audio and video display)
Average fuel consumption with the service
Fuel consumption trend
Consumption history and comparison

2. Eco-drive ranking (audio and video display)
Average fuel consumption history
Ranking among CARWINGS members with same models
Fuel expense savings yearly display

3. Driving Advice (audio guidance)
Various topics for the driver which also include tips on better fuel efficiency

With its aim to reduce harmful greenhouse emissions, Nissan will continue to introduce more eco-friendly products and services under its Nissan Green Program 2010. Current programs include the ITS Project7, a joint effort with the Kanagawa prefectural government to alleviate traffic congestion and reduce accidents through wireless cellular communication and probe signals, being piloted at Nissan’s Technical Centre in Atsugi.