Back in May this year, Michael R. Bloomberg announced that the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) selected the Nissan NV200 minivan as the exclusive cab of New York City for the next 10 years, beginning in late 2013.
Now, the public as well as taxi owners will be able to see and feel the Nissan NV200 Taxi in person almost a year before it enters service, at the Nissan Taxi of Tomorrow Design Expo, which takes place from November 1 to 5 on the pedestrian plaza across from the Flatiron building at Broadway and Fifth Avenue.
“Nissan’s NV200 Taxi will be the first taxi in the world to offer new and iconic features developed for, and with, New Yorkers,” said Joe Castelli, vice president, Nissan Fleet & Commercial Vehicles.
“The Taxi of Tomorrow Design Expo will offer a first look at these one-of-a kind amenities, which include increased legroom, plenty of interior lighting, and materials that reduce odors and germs while supporting sustainability,” Castelli added.
The NV200 Taxi is powered by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder powertrain and promises to offer “ample room” for four passengers and their luggage.
Among other highlights are a low-annoyance horn with exterior lights to show when it is in use, sliding doors with entry step and grab handles, a transparent roof panel with shade, independently controlled rear air conditioning and a mobile charging station for passengers that comes with a 12V electrical outlet and two USB plugs.
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