The specially modified Nissan Leaf, which was trying to set a new record in running up Goodwood’s hill climb in reverse mode, was stopped by officials because it had not been tested properly.
Rarely do you see a car travel backwards at 90 mph (145 km/h). This was exactly the kind of thrill Nissan wanted to offer the Goodwood festival speedsters this weekend, but they were denied it just before the event.
The specially modified Nissan Leaf, which was trying to set a new record in running up Goodwood’s hill climb in reverse mode, was stopped by officials because it had not been tested properly.
Nissan was naturally disappointed by the decision and promised to attend the UK’s hill climbing event next year. Nissan spokesperson said that they still wanted to set records with the LEAF.
It can travel up to 90 mph backwards, which is an incredible opportunity to seize.
“Unlike petrol-powered cars that can only reverse at low speeds, the Leaf’s electric powertrain theoretically allows it to go backwards as fast forwards, unlike petrol-powered cars.”
Despite this setback, Nissan managed to break the second speed record by driving a Nissan Juke up the hill using only two wheels.