Nissan Launches New Rechargeable Fridge Car

Nissan Motors have developed a refrigerator truck kitted out with a fully functional fridge, powered by a rechargeable-battery-powered motor. Whether the motor is running, in idle, or off, the fridge keeps food chilled, so deliveries do not spoil. The Atlas F24 will be modified to suit the specifications of Yamato Transport Co, who will rent it in 2013 and run tests for a year. Funding for the project came from Nissan Motors and Sumitomo Corp, which was founded to help new businesses develop their potential through

Provided it passes tests, Nissan plans to launch their new fridge truck this summer in Japan.

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