Nissan accelerates the transition to full electrification: three becomes the magic number

Nissan has announced the release of two new electric cars, which will be the second and third models for production in Great Britain

• To expand the EV36Zero transformation centre, a third gigafactory will be needed to support the UK’s largest car plant
• Nissan is investing up to 3 billion pounds sterling in the development of electric vehicles in the creation of three models, battery production and infrastructure development
• Upcoming all-electric versions of flagship Nissan models Qashqai, JUKE and LEAF have been confirmed
• Hyper Urban, Hyper Punk and Chill-Out concepts will be the inspiration for new models

SUNDERLAND, UK – Nissan confirms that all three models produced at its UK plant will be 100% electric, marking the end of the road in the realization of its future concept from the zero level. for a long time.

Today’s announcement means that the EV36Zero center in Sunderland, which is part of Nissan’s upcoming rollout plan, will include three electric vehicles (EVs), three gigafactories and up to £3 billion in investment – which will be a fantastic -amazing new development for 7,000 Nissan employees in the UK and 30,000 additional employees in the British supply chain.

In addition to the upcoming electric versions of the flagship crossovers Nissan Qashqai and JUKE, this transformation project, the company plans, will also introduce a third model to be produced in Great Britain – the next generation Nissan LEAF This is a car that dares to pioneer the electrification of the automotive industry.

The vehicle and battery development process will be completely taken care of by the EV36Zero Microgrid system, which combines Nissan’s wind and solar power plants and can provide 100% of the electricity from generators.

Today, in a meeting with colleagues at the Sunderland plant, Nissan President and CEO Makoto Uchida announced about the plans: “The basis of our plans to achieve carbon neutrality is the creation of absolutely hostile zaobіv electric cars. With all-electric versions of our main European models, we are definitely close to a new series for Nissan and for all our customers.”

“As part of the EV36Zero project, our Sunderland plant, which is the largest car plant in the UK, is central to our vision for the future. This means our British team will develop, design and build future cars ourselves, bringing us closer to Nissan’s all-electric future in Europe.”

Today’s announcement confirms that all new Nissan vehicles in Europe will be fully electric, and that by 2030 the company will have achieved 100 electrification of its European model range of passenger cars. It is also expected that Nissan, as part of Ambition 2030, will transform itself as an active company to embrace the creation of a cleaner, safer and more inclusive world.

As Great Britain’s Prime Minister Risha Sunak said: “Nissan’s investment is a huge vote of confidence in Great Britain’s car industry, which will bring a £71 billion market share to our economy. This will, without doubt, secure Sunderland’s status as Britain’s Silicon Valley in terms of innovation and production of electric vehicles.

“At the heart of our economic plan is the desire to make the UK the best place to do business. We are further supported by companies such as Nissan, who are expanding and strengthening their position in the UK at the leather stage, and will also welcome the praise of the right long-term solutions for the sake of the best thing ever.”

THREE NEW MODELS OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Nissan’s remaining investment will include up to £1.12 billion to develop its UK operations and expand its supply chain to support the research and development of the two new models announced today, including in-depth training and technological process, advanced qualifications and equipment for post-graduates. This is a continuation of Nissan’s announced investment of 423 million pounds sterling in the first phase of the EV36Zero project to build the first electric car of the future.

These three new electric cars are the future prospects for all three models currently in production at Nissan’s plant near Sunderland:

• The Nissan Qashqai is the original crossover, which became the UK’s best-selling car in 2022 and is the fifth car to be produced in the UK.

• The Nissan JUKE is a compact crossover that sets new rules and has sold over a million units.

• The Nissan LEAF is the world’s first electric transport vehicle for the mass market, with over a quarter of a million of them produced in Sunderland.

The three upcoming models are inspired by three hot electric concept models, two of which were recently presented at the Japan Mobility Show:

• The Nissan Hyper Urban Concept is an EV crossover characterized by sophisticated and contemporary aesthetics.

• The Nissan Hyper Punk Concept is an all-electric compact crossover with a modern aesthetic featuring multiple angles and polygonal surfaces.

• The Nissan Chill-Out concept, unveiled in 2021, has been confirmed as an idea for the creation of an upcoming electric car in Sunderland.

More information about the three models, including names, technical specifications and launch dates, will be published later.

EV36 ZERO

Today’s new product is a continuation of the initial investment by Nissan and its partners worth 1 billion pounds sterling in the creation of the EV36Zero project, which transfers the transformation of the production capacity of Sunderland and the creation of the first of the other ecosystems for in the production of electric vehicles.

Before the production of cars and batteries, the Microgrid project was initiated by Sunderland Metropolitan Council, which will provide Nissan and its residents with 100% renewable electricity. y, sure, Nissan’s new wind and solar power plants, Zokrema, new solar power plants with a capacity of 20 MW.

Investments in the additional two models, including the new gigafactory and additional financing of infrastructure projects, amount to 2 billion pounds sterling. It is also worth noting that Nissan’s plans for the upcoming electric versions of the Qashqai, JUKE and replacement LEAF will involve up to 3 billion pounds in UK investments.

In addition, the UK has allocated 15 million pounds sterling for the project under the ownership of Nissan, with a total investment of 30 million pounds. It will benefit from the technical and research capabilities of the Nissan Technical Center (NTCE) in Cranfield, Bedfordshire, to increase the ability to secure further British investment in the research development of future models of transport vehicles.

Today’s announcement comes as the creation of a new investment zone (IZ) was confirmed at England’s first meeting. The ever-converging investment area is focused on leading innovation and green industries, building on the Arc of Innovation, which stretches from Northumberland to Sunderland and Durham, with the potential of the Tyne Corridor and benefits that stand out in the region this.

The Chancellor of the UK Treasury, Jeremy Hunt, said: “Nissan has a proud history of making cars in Sunderland, and its continued loyalty to the UK is testament to the fact that our support will not. the UK’s position on 8th in terms of manufacturer size in the world.”

Right-wing British Business Minister Kemi Badenoch said: “Nissan’s investment in Sunderland will once again ensure that the plan for the automotive sector is working.

“The forthcoming plan for the development of manufacturing will match this benefit with other outstanding investment gains by the British car industry, so that thousands of workers are protected and growth is stimulated across Great Britain.”

Behind the words of the city leader for Sunderland, Graham Miller: “Today’s shock is fantastic news for Sunderland, immediately and across Great Britain in recognition of our recent car light shows ahead of the new production, the creation of high-yielding workers, the growth of our economy with low carbon fertilizers and our future is positioned as a leader in electrification in the light arena. The fact that Nissan has once again decided to invest is evidence of great confidence in the region and at the same time in our residents.

“The strength of our cooperation with similar companies, working together in a coordinated way, is paramount for the future success of Galuzia, and the investment zone in Pivnichnyi Skhod, the creation of which was announced today, means that we can continue to operate and then receive investments from such a scale is significant.”

The EV36Zero is a key element of Nissan Ambition 2030, the company’s long-term strategy as it aims to transform the company’s efforts to embrace the creation of a cleaner, safer and more inclusive world. During this period, Nissan will release electrified vehicles and create innovative technologies, expanding its activities around the world. This strategy supports Nissan’s goals of achieving carbon neutrality within the company’s product life cycle by fiscal 2050.

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