<P> The Nissan Leaf , introduced in Japan and the United States in December 2010 , became the first modern all - electric , zero tailpipe emission five door family hatchback to be produced for the mass market from a major manufacturer . As of January 2013 , the Leaf is also available in Australia , Canada and 17 European countries . </P>
<P> The Nissan Leaf , introduced in Japan and the United States in December 2010 , became the first modern all - electric , zero tailpipe emission five door family hatchback to be produced for the mass market from a major manufacturer . As of January 2013 , the Leaf is also available in Australia , Canada and 17 European countries . </P>
when was the first mass produced electric car
when was the first mass produced electric car
December 2010
December 2010