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Nissan Kait model already available to buy in Argentina
On June 2, Nissan Argentina announced that the new Nissan Kait is now available across the brand’s dealership network in the country, following its official presentation in April. Customers can visit showrooms to explore the model, schedule test drives and review available financing options.
The Kait expands Nissan’s
PIMS 2026: Nissan Philippines launches X-Trail e-POWER, previews Primera EV and Navara Pro PHEV
Announced on June 4, 2026, Nissan launched the X-Trail e-POWER at the 10th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), marking the return of the SUV to the Philippine market. Priced from PHP 2.29 million, it features Nissan's e-POWER system, combining a 204 PS, 330 Nm electric motor with a 1.5-liter VC-Turbo gasoline
Nissan and Chery sign MoU to consider manufacturing Chery vehicles at Sunderland plant, UK
On June 3, Nissan announced that the company and Chery International UK have signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for study on contract manufacturing for Nissan to manufacture Chery International UK passenger vehicles at its Sunderland plant.
Under the terms of MoU, the Sunderland facility would rem
Nissan, University of Oxford, UK, and Gelion collaborate on solid-state EV batteries
On June 2, Gelion announced a three-year collaborative project entitled Cost-effective, Resilient Solid-state Li–S (CoRe-SoLiS), alongside Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE) and the University of Oxford. The project is commencing in June 2026. The total project cost is GBP 3.4 million. The Project aims to build an
Nissan and Quemix successfully demonstrate world’s first vehicle aerodynamic simulation using quantum algorithm
On June 1, Nissan Motor announced that it has conducted research on vehicle aerodynamic analysis using quantum computing in collaboration with Quemix Inc. In this joint research, the two companies successfully demonstrated, for the first time in the world, the application of a quantum algorithm to vehicle aerodynamic
Mitsubishi to partner with Nissan for new pickup built at Canton Plant
On May 29, Mitsubishi announced its new mid- to long-term vision, beginning in fiscal year 2026, that includes plans to launch 13 new models over the next six years, focusing on both electrification and off-road-ready vehicles.
Mitsubishi plans to enter the U.S. midsize pickup segment with a new truck developed and a
Wayve, Nissan and Uber join PAVE UK initiative to support self-driving technology in UK
On May 28, Partners for Automated Vehicle Education United Kingdom (PAVE UK) announced that Wayve, Nissan, and Uber have joined the organization as its first members to support public trust and the responsible deployment of self-driving vehicle technology in the UK.
The members will collaborate on public engagement i
Nissan showcases AI-Drive technology-equipped prototype at automotive expo in Japan
On May 27, 2026, Nissan showcased a prototype vehicle equipped with AI-Drive technology, which combines existing driver-assistance technologies with cutting-edge AI, at Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 Yokohama (May 27 to 29), organized by Society of Automotive Engineers of Japan, Inc. (JSAE). Based on Ariya co
Nissan highlights Australian Casting Plant’s continued role in global e-POWER and EV supply chain
Announced on May 18, 2026, Nissan highlighted the ongoing role of the Nissan Casting Australia Plant in producing key components supporting its latest 5-in-1 e-POWER system while recognizing the local workforce during Australian Made Week 2026.
The facility received Australian Made certification in 2025, with many co
North American OEM-supplier relations improve in 2026 despite EV costs, tariffs
On May 18, results of the 2026 North American Automotive OEM-Supplier Working Relations Index (WRI) study were released by Plante Moran, showing improvement for all six major North American OEMs for the first time in the survey’s 26-year history despite tariff pressures and EV cost challenges, with Ford, Toyota and S
Nissan launches V2G technology in UK
On May 20, Nissan announced the deployment of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology in the UK, becoming the first automaker to achieve G99 AC architecture certification for a bidirectional onboard charging system.
The company’s latest system uses a new AC-based architecture with a bidirectional onboard charger built direc
COMPAS plant in Mexico officially finishes production activities
On May 18, it was reported that the COMPAS plant in Aguascalientes, Mexico assembled its last vehicle, a Mercedes-Benz GLB, marking the end of operations at one of Mexico’s most ambitious automotive joint ventures.
The Cooperation Manufacturing Plant Aguascalientes (COMPAS), a partnership between Infiniti and Mercede
Nissan considers exporting China-built EVs to Canada
Nissan is planning to export EVs built at a joint venture with Dongfeng Motor Group to several markets, including Brazil and Mexico, and potentially Canada, according to recent comments by Christian Meunier, Nissan’s head of the Americas.
The Canadian government agreed in January to allow as many as 49,000 Chinese-b



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