Nissan begins production of new electric car in Sunderland

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Jasper JollyDecember 16, 2025 at 01:01 AM

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Nissan has begun producing its third-generation Leaf electric car in Sunderland, UK, marking a significant step for the UK's automotive industry. The company has invested over £450 million in the new Leaf, including £300 million in UK operations. The Sunderland plant, Britain's largest car factory, aims to secure its future production with the new Leaf, and Nissan is considering building two more electric vehicles there as replacements for petrol models. This investment is crucial for the adjacent AESC battery factory. While Nissan is undergoing global restructuring, including factory closures and job cuts, the Sunderland plant is not affected and may even produce cars for Nissan's Chinese partner, Dongfeng.

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Chris McDonald 50% AESC 50% Ivan Espinosa 50% Nissan ×980% Sunderland ×480%

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electric car 100% nissan 90% sunderland 80% automotive industry 70% leaf 70% uk 60% manufacturing 50% battery factory 40%

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90%

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Sunderland

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