Nissan begins building new Leaf in UK
Summary
Nissan has started making the new electric Leaf car at its plant in Sunderland, UK. This marks the first high-volume car production in the UK since 2020, with Nissan investing over £450 million in the project.Key Facts
- Nissan is manufacturing the new Leaf electric car in Sunderland, UK.
- Sunderland's plant is the largest car factory in the UK, employing 6,000 workers.
- The project represents an investment exceeding £450 million by Nissan.
- The new Leaf can travel up to 375 miles (604 kilometers) on a single charge.
- It is eligible for a £3,750 government discount under the electric car grant.
- The Leaf is the first high-volume car production in the UK since 2020.
- Additional funding of £50 million has been allocated to the North East's automotive sector.
- Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch suggested her party might abandon plans to ban new petrol and diesel cars by 2030 if they win the next election.
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