Tue, 16 Dec 2025

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 Nissan begins building new Leaf in UK

Business Secretary Peter Kyle says "Nissan's investment is a major commitment to the North East".

* Nissan has started building its new electric Leaf at its UK factory in Sunderland.
* The government says this is the first new high-volume car to be built in the country since 2020.
* Nissan has invested over £450m in manufacturing the Leaf, with £300m going directly to the Sunderland site.
* The new model can travel up to 375 miles on a single charge and qualifies for the full £3,750 government grant.
* Business leaders have praised the start of production as a major achievement and a boost for the North East's automotive sector.
* The UK Conservative leader has announced plans to abandon a ban on petrol and diesel cars by 2030 if elected.
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