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Nissan Showcases Next-Generation LEAF with Behind-the-Scenes Video Series

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has unveiled a behind-the-scenes look at the development of its all-new LEAF electric vehicle through a newly released three-part video series. The short films highlight the vision and work of the teams behind the planning, design, and engineering of what is described as a truly third-generation electric vehicle.

Having sold nearly 700,000 units globally since the LEAF’s debut in 2010, Nissan has drawn heavily on over a decade of experience and customer feedback in shaping the latest model. Across those years, owners of the pioneering electric vehicle are estimated to have collectively driven close to 28 billion kilometres, providing a rich foundation of data and real-world usage that informed the creation of the next-generation LEAF.

Described by Nissan as one of its core “heartbeat models,” the LEAF remains a symbol of the company’s bold innovation strategy. Since its launch as the first mass-market electric vehicle, it has been a global ambassador of Nissan’s commitment to doing what others shy away from, combining technological innovation with practical design to redefine what an EV can be.

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Nissan Memperkenalkan MICRA Generasi Keenam – Hatchback Elektrik

Nissan secara rasmi memperkenalkan MICRA generasi keenam, sebuah model kompak elektrik sepenuhnya yang bakal mengukir semula kehadirannya dalam segmen B Eropah menjelang tahun 2025. Kemunculan semula model ikonik ini mencerminkan langkah transformatif Nissan ke arah mobiliti tanpa pelepasan karbon, sambil mengekalkan gaya dan keterjangkauan yang telah menjadi identiti MICRA selama lebih empat dekad.

Dibangunkan oleh Nissan Design Europe (NDE) yang berpangkalan di London, MICRA baharu tampil dengan rekaan luaran yang berani dan moden, diinspirasikan oleh elemen reka bentuk crossover. Rupa bentuknya yang tegas menyerlah melalui garisan tajam, gerbang roda yang menonjol, serta perkadaran seperti SUV. Kesemua varian akan dilengkapi dengan rim aloi 18 inci, dengan reka bentuk berbeza mengikut gred.

Pencahayaan juga memainkan peranan penting dalam menzahirkan identiti visual MICRA. Lampu utama dilengkapi paparan animasi ‘selamat datang’ dan ‘perpisahan’ semasa kenderaan dikunci atau dibuka, manakala lampu belakang LED direka dengan corak bulat yang elegan. Pengguna turut boleh memilih daripada 14 kombinasi warna, termasuk pilihan dua tona dengan bumbung berwarna hitam atau kelabu, untuk memperibadikan kenderaan mengikut cita rasa masing-masing.

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Nissan Reimagines the MICRA as Fully Electric Hatchback for 2025

Nissan has unveiled the sixth-generation MICRA, a fully electric model set to re-enter the European B-segment in 2025. This latest incarnation marks a transformative moment for the long-standing compact car, now offering fully connected, zero-emission mobility while retaining the stylish, accessible personality that made it a mainstay for over four decades.

Developed at Nissan Design Europe (NDE) in London, the new MICRA debuts with a striking and assertive exterior inspired by crossover cues. It blends premium finishes with rugged details, including pronounced wheel arches and SUV-like proportions, delivering a confident stance on the road. All variants will be equipped with 18-inch wheels, with a choice of distinct alloy designs depending on the model grade.

Lighting plays a central role in the MICRA’s bold visual identity. Protruding headlamps perform an animated ‘welcome’ and ‘farewell’ light display on unlocking and locking. The rear features LED taillights with elegant, circular patterns, reinforcing the model’s modern yet playful aesthetic. Buyers will be able to personalise their vehicles with a selection of 14 colour combinations, including two-tone options featuring black or grey roofs.

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Nissan Bakal Buang 10,000 Pekerja Lagi Di Tengah Krisis Kewangan

Nissan Motor Co dilaporkan sedang merancang untuk melaksanakan pembuangan 10,000 pekerja tambahan di seluruh dunia, sebagai sebahagian daripada langkah penstrukturan semula syarikat yang sedang bergelut menghadapi kerugian kewangan tahunan terbesar dalam sejarahnya.

Pemotongan tenaga kerja terbaharu ini, yang dilaporkan oleh penyiar NHK dan harian perniagaan Nikkei, hadir susulan pengumuman terdahulu pada November lalu mengenai pengurangan 9,000 jawatan. Sekiranya laporan ini disahkan, jumlah keseluruhan pengurangan kakitangan akan melebihi 15 peratus daripada tenaga kerja global Nissan, satu langkah drastik dalam usaha membendung hutang yang semakin meningkat dan memulihkan daya saing perniagaan.

Buat masa ini, pihak pengurusan Nissan enggan mengulas secara rasmi mengenai laporan tersebut.

Menurut sumber industri, Nissan dijangka mencatatkan kerugian bersih antara 700 bilion hingga 750 bilion yen bagi tahun kewangan berakhir Mac 2025. Ini akan mengatasi rekod kerugian terdahulu sebanyak 684 bilion yen yang direkodkan pada tahun 1999-2000—ketika syarikat itu mengalami krisis besar yang akhirnya membawa kepada pembentukan pakatan strategik dengan pembuat kenderaan Perancis, Renault.

Ketika ini, Nissan sedang menjalani proses penstrukturan semula secara menyeluruh dalam usaha mengembalikan kestabilan kewangan dan kelangsungan jangka panjang. Namun, haluan pemulihan syarikat tidak berjalan lancar. Cadangan penggabungan dengan pengeluar automotif tempatan, Honda, yang pernah dilihat sebagai jalan keluar strategik, gagal direalisasikan apabila Honda mencadangkan struktur pemilikan anak syarikat, yang tidak dipersetujui oleh Nissan.

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Nissan to Slash 10,000 More Jobs Amid Mounting Losses and Fading Prospects

Nissan Motor Co is reportedly set to eliminate an additional 10,000 jobs worldwide, deepening its workforce reduction efforts as the troubled automaker grapples with what could be its worst annual financial loss on record. The latest cuts, reported by Japanese broadcaster NHK and the Nikkei business daily, come on the heels of a previous announcement in November to shed 9,000 positions.

If confirmed, the latest move would mark a total workforce reduction of approximately 15 per cent globally as Nissan attempts to navigate a landscape of mounting debt, intense competition, and faltering profitability. The company declined to comment on the latest media reports.

Nissan is expected to post a net loss of between 700 billion and 750 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 2025. This would eclipse its previous record loss of 684 billion yen recorded in 1999-2000, a period marked by crisis that eventually led to its turbulent partnership with French automaker Renault.

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Nissan Tangguh Pembinaan Kilang Bateri EV di Jepun

Nissan Motor Co. telah menangguhkan rancangannya untuk membina sebuah kilang bateri kenderaan elektrik (EV) baharu di Kitakyushu, selatan Jepun, dalam satu langkah yang mencerminkan perubahan ketara terhadap strategi elektrifikasi syarikat itu di tengah-tengah tekanan kewangan yang semakin memuncak.

Kilang berkenaan, yang diumumkan pada Januari lalu menerusi kerjasama rasmi dengan kerajaan perbandaran Kitakyushu, sepatutnya menghasilkan bateri lithium iron phosphate (LFP) – satu teknologi yang lebih menjimatkan berbanding bateri lithium-ion konvensional. Ia dijangka dapat mengurangkan kos pengeluaran sehingga 30 peratus, sekaligus memainkan peranan penting dalam usaha Nissan untuk meningkatkan kecekapan serta daya saing portfolio EV globalnya.

Namun, selepas menjalankan semakan dalaman terhadap pelaburan dalam sektor elektrifikasi, Nissan memutuskan untuk membatalkan projek tersebut. Keputusan ini diambil susulan kelembapan jualan EV syarikat di beberapa pasaran utama, terutamanya di Amerika Syarikat dan China, yang telah menjejaskan keuntungan dan menyumbang kepada ketidaktentuan prestasi kewangan global Nissan.

Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif baharu, Ivan Espinosa – yang memulakan tugas pada April lalu – kini mengetuai pelaksanaan langkah pemulihan korporat yang menyeluruh. Penangguhan projek Kitakyushu dilihat sebagai sebahagian daripada usaha penstrukturan semula yang lebih luas, bertujuan menyesuaikan operasi global Nissan dengan landskap industri automotif yang pantas berubah.

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Nissan Scraps Plans for Japan EV Battery Plant Amid Financial Setback

Nissan Motor has shelved its plans to construct a new electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in Kitakyushu, southern Japan, marking a significant shift in the automaker’s electrification strategy as it grapples with deepening financial challenges.

Initially announced in January through an agreement with the Kitakyushu municipal government, the project was intended to produce lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. These batteries, known for their cost-efficiency, were expected to reduce production costs by as much as 30 per cent compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries. The facility had been a cornerstone of Nissan’s efforts to enhance the affordability and competitiveness of its EV line-up.

However, the automaker has decided to abandon the initiative following an internal review of its EV-related investments. The cancellation comes as the company responds to sluggish sales across key international markets, most notably the United States and China, where declining demand has eroded its profitability.

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Nissan Confirms the GT-R’s Return, but Details Remain Unclear

The Nissan GT-R is set to make a comeback, marking the continuation of one of the most iconic sports car nameplates. However, details regarding its timeline, powertrain, and design remain undisclosed.

Nissan’s recently appointed CEO, Ivan Espinosa, confirmed that the GT-R will return, though he did not specify when or how. He emphasized that performance cars remain a fundamental part of Nissan’s identity and assured enthusiasts that the GT-R name will persist.

The next-generation GT-R, unofficially referred to as the “R36,” has long been the subject of speculation. The current R35 model, which debuted in 2007, has remained in production for nearly two decades without a direct successor. While Nissan has not outlined a formal replacement plan, discussions of an electric GT-R have surfaced over the years.

Espinosa previously hinted at the possibility of an electrified GT-R during his tenure as Nissan’s president of global strategy. He highlighted the advantages of electric performance, noting that electric powertrains offer superior corner-exit acceleration and enhanced vehicle control. He suggested that an electrified GT-R could maintain the model’s reputation for being accessible and high-performing on the track.

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Nissan Umum Pelbagai Model Baharu Dan Teknologi Terkini Bagi Tahun 2025-2026

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. mengumumkan barisan model baharu dan dinaik taraf yang akan diperkenalkan sepanjang tahun fiskal 2025 dan 2026, selari dengan pengenalan teknologi generasi baharu. Inisiatif ini bertujuan untuk mengukuhkan prestasi syarikat, meningkatkan kesetiaan pelanggan, menarik pembeli baharu serta menggalakkan pertumbuhan yang mampan dalam industri automotif.

Nissan merancang untuk memenuhi permintaan pengguna dengan menawarkan rangkaian kuasa yang lebih pelbagai, termasuk teknologi hibrid e-POWER dan hibrid plug-in (PHEV), selain model kenderaan elektrik (EV) generasi akan datang serta enjin pembakaran dalaman (ICE) yang lebih cekap. Pengenalan ini dijangka menetapkan penanda aras baharu dalam industri automotif global.

NISSAN LEAF GENERASI KETIGA

Antara sorotan utama adalah model Nissan LEAF serba baharu yang kini direka semula sepenuhnya sebagai crossover dengan reka bentuk aerodinamik yang lebih baik serta kecekapan pemanduan yang dipertingkatkan. Model ini juga dilengkapi dengan roda aloi 19-inci dan bumbung panoramik buat pertama kalinya.

Untuk pasaran Amerika Utara, Nissan LEAF akan menyokong Standard Pengecasan Amerika Utara (NACS), membolehkan akses kepada rangkaian Tesla Supercharger. Model ini dibangunkan menggunakan platform modular CMF-EV, sama seperti Nissan Ariya, serta dilengkapi dengan rangkaian kuasa EV 3-dalam-1 baharu yang meningkatkan kecekapan tenaga dan jarak pemanduan. Maklumat lanjut mengenai model ini akan diumumkan dalam masa terdekat.

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Nissan Unveils New Models and Technologies for FY25 and FY26

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has announced an extensive lineup of new and refreshed models set to debut in the fiscal years (FY) 2025 and 2026, alongside the introduction of next-generation technologies. These advancements aim to elevate the company’s performance, strengthen customer loyalty, attract new buyers, enhance profitability, and promote sustainable growth.

Nissan’s upcoming portfolio will cater to the increasing demand for diverse powertrain options. The automaker is set to introduce hybrid technologies, including e-POWER and plug-in hybrids, as well as next-generation electric vehicles (EVs) and advanced internal combustion engines (ICE). The company is confident that these developments will set new benchmarks in the automotive industry.

All-New Nissan LEAF Debuts as a Crossover

A major highlight of the announcement is the third-generation Nissan LEAF, which has been completely reimagined as a sleek and spacious family-friendly crossover. The redesigned model features improved aerodynamics and a more advanced EV architecture, ensuring greater efficiency and driving performance.

For the first time, the Nissan LEAF will be available with 19-inch alloy wheels and a panoramic moonroof. In a move tailored for the North American market, Nissan has integrated a North American Charging Standard (NACS) port, allowing access to the Tesla Supercharger network. The model is built on Nissan’s modular CMF-EV platform, which first debuted with the Ariya, and incorporates the company’s new 3-in-1 EV powertrain for improved energy management and extended range. Further details on the new LEAF will be released later this year.

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