New Nissan LEAF Now In Production In UK - CleanTechnica

The new, third-generation Nissan LEAF has entered production at Nissan’s Sunderland plant in the UK, marking a significant milestone for the electric vehicle (EV) market outside China. The updated crossover LEAF is positioned as a highly competitive, affordable EV that aims to reclaim Nissan’s early leadership in the electric car segment. With over 282,000 LEAF units previously produced in Sunderland, the new model is expected to push total production beyond 300,000 and potentially reach 500,000 in the future. Nissan has invested more than £450 million in manufacturing the new LEAF, including over £300 million in UK operations, underscoring the importance of this facility, which is the largest car factory in Britain with a capacity of 600,000 vehicles annually and 6,000 employees. The launch of the new LEAF is significant not only for EV enthusiasts but also for the broader UK automotive industry, as highlighted by the visit of the country’s industry minister, Chris McDonald. Despite