The producer envisions more ambitious plans of building recharge lanes fitted with series of plates under the surface, so that cars could recharge even while driving. While the approach is scientifically feasible, the cost of building enough such lanes, however, could make it impractical. It’s also not yet clear how fast the batteries can recharge with the new technology.

Nissan’s move is an answer to a recent consumer poll which showed that 61% of potential electric car owners were worried about the inconvenience of lengthy recharging from mains electricity. Another possible solution is building a network of service stations and parks with fast-charging facilities.

Nissan’s ZEV is a five-seater family-sized car. It has top speed of 145 kph and a full charge will allow for a journey of approximately 160 km, although the battery’s capacity is likely to be significantly extended in the next few years. Its pricing is yet to be announced.