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Nissan Launches UK’s First High-Volume EV, Secures 6,000 Jobs

12/16/2025

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Nissan has commenced production of the Leaf at the Sunderland plant, the first high-volume electric vehicle (EV) produced in the UK since 2020.
Nissan invested over £450 million, with more than £300 million for UK operations, securing around 6,000 jobs.
Industry Minister Chris McDonald attended.
The Leaf is eligible for a £3,750 grant and offers 386 miles of range, aligning with the UK’s £4 billion strategy to bolster EV production.

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Nissan has commenced production of the Leaf at the Sunderland plant, the first high-volume electric vehicle (EV) produced in the UK since 2020.
Nissan invested over £450 million, with more than £300 million for UK operations, securing around 6,000 jobs.
Industry Minister Chris McDonald attended.
The Leaf is eligible for a £3,750 grant and offers 386 miles of range, aligning with the UK’s £4 billion strategy to bolster EV production.