September 6, 2024 Nissan’s LFP battery development and production receives government certification in Japan Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced today that its development and mass production of in-vehicle, lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries has been certified in Japan by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI).
October 17, 2025 Dongfeng Nissan debuts N6 PHEV sedan and new Teana in China Dongfeng Nissan today unveiled the exterior design and high-level specifications of the N6, its first plug-in hybrid sedan, alongside the new Teana. These two intelligent sedans were announced at an event celebrating Nissan’s operations in China. Both models are scheduled to go on sale in China by the end of this year.
April 16, 2020 Nissan licenses lithium-ion battery technology to APB Corporation Nissan has licensed an advanced technology to APB Corporation that will allow mass production of lower-cost, safer lithium-ion batteries with increased charging capacity.
November 18, 2025 Nissan unveils 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid in the U.S. Making its debut today, the new 2026 Nissan Rogue Plug-in Hybrid marks the brand’s first plug-in hybrid offering in the U.S. Designed to meet the needs of modern families, it delivers an estimated 38 miles of all-electric range for everyday errands, while its hybrid powertrain provides an EPA-estimated total driving range of up to 420 miles, combining electric convenience with gasoline-powered confidence.
March 26, 2018 Nissan, Sumitomo Corp. and 4R set up plant to recycle electric-car batteries NAMIE, Japan – Japan’s first plant specializing in the reuse and recycling of lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles is set to open amid growing demand for electric cars.
August 19, 2025 Nissan partners with LiCAP Technologies to develop all-solid-state battery electrode production process technology Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced it has entered a partnership with U.S.-based LiCAP Technologies, Inc., for the development of production process technology for the cathode electrode of all-solid-state batteries (ASSB).
October 31, 2024 Nissan’s e‑POWER vehicle production passes 1.5 million milestone Nissan today announced that cumulative global production of its e‑POWER vehicles surpassed 1.5 million units as of the end of October. At present, e‑POWER vehicles are sold in 68 markets around the world.
September 24, 2025 All-New 2026 Nissan LEAF named to Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Ahead of sales commencing in the U.S., the all-new 2026 Nissan LEAF’s propulsion system has been named a winner of the Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems award for 2025. This prestigious annual evaluation recognizes the top powertrains in the U.S. market for innovative engineering, power, torque and efficiency.
July 15, 2009 AUTOMOTIVE ENERGY SUPPLY CORPORATION BEGINS TRIAL PRODUCTION OF LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES AUTOMOTIVE ENERGY SUPPLY CORPORATION BEGINS TRIAL PRODUCTION OF LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
November 13, 2018 Alliance Ventures invests in Enevate to advance Li-ion battery technology for electric vehicles Alliance Ventures, the strategic venture capital arm of Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi, has announced today that it has invested in the latest round of funding in Enevate Corporation, an advanced lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery technology company based in Irvine, California. This marks the latest technology investment by Alliance Ventures, launched earlier this year to support start-ups, early-stage development, and entrepreneurs at the cutting edge of next-generation systems for the automotive industry.
May 13, 2025 Nissan sets the stage for change with the bold Re:Nissan plan Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced today Re:Nissan, a recovery plan that implements decisive and bold actions to enhance performance and create a leaner, more resilient business that adapts quickly to market changes.
August 18, 2009 NISSAN AND SHOWA SHELL START STUDIES ON JOINT DEVELOPMENT OF A QUICK CHARGING SYSTEM USING SOLAR PANELS AND LITHIUM ION BATTERIES NISSAN AND SHOWA SHELL START STUDIES ON JOINT DEVELOPMENT OF A QUICK CHARGING SYSTEM USING SOLAR PANELS AND LITHIUM ION BATTERIES
April 27, 2010 Construction begins of first Renault-Nissan Alliance battery plant in Europe Construction of the Renault-Nissan Alliance's first European plant for the production of advanced lithium-ion batteries began today in Sunderland, UK.
June 17, 2025 Effortlessly electric: the all-new Nissan LEAF is the EV for everyone Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today launched the all-new LEAF. The third-generation electric vehicle (EV) benefits from over 15 years of real-world insights gained through global sales of nearly 700,000 units.
March 1, 2009 PORTUGAL AND NISSAN TAKE ZERO EMISSION MOBILITY DISCUSSIONS TO THE NEXT LEVEL PPORTUGAL AND NISSAN TAKE ZERO EMISSION MOBILITY DISCUSSIONS TO THE NEXT LEVEL - Study begins for Nissan lithium-ion battery plant in Portugal-
May 25, 2010 SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY COMES TO UNITED STATES WITH DEDICATION OF NISSAN LEAF PRODUCTION SITE SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY COMES TO UNITED STATES WITH DEDICATION OF NISSAN LEAF PRODUCTION SITE - Lithium-ion battery & 100% electric vehicle production to begin in 2012 -
April 23, 2025 Nissan premieres all-new Frontier Pro plug-in hybrid alongside sleek N7 sedan at Auto Shanghai 2025 Nissan today debuted the all-new Frontier Pro plug-in hybrid pickup truck at Auto Shanghai 2025.
May 13, 2016 Nissan Motor and Nissan Arc develop new analysis method to boost lithium-ion battery capacity Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Nissan Arc Ltd. announced today joint development of an atomic analysis methodology that will aid in boosting the performance of lithium-ion batteries, and ultimately extend the driving range of zero-emission electric vehicles.
March 26, 2025 Nissan and INFINITI outline bold new products and next-generation technologies Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today showcased a bold array of new and refreshed models, along with next-generation technologies set to debut during FY25 and FY26.
July 20, 2009 Renault-Nissan Alliance Takes Initial Zero Emission Mobility Move in Europe Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., within the Renault-Nissan Alliance, today announced together with the governments of the United Kingdom and Portugal their plans to build two plants for the production of its advanced lithium-ion batteries in Europe.
April 13, 2007 NISSAN AND NEC TO FORM NEW COMPANY FOR ADVANCED BATTERIES Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., NEC Corporation, and its subsidiary, NEC TOKIN Corporation, have signed an agreement to establish a joint-venture company Automotive Energy Supply Corporation (AESC) to focus on lithium-ion battery business for wide-scale automotive application by 2009.
April 16, 2024 Nissan shows in-construction all-solid-state battery pilot line in Japan Nissan today showed its in-construction all-solid-state battery pilot line to members of the media at its Yokohama Plant in Kanagawa Prefecture.
October 5, 2007 The future is electric for Nissan Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today unveiled the Pivo 2, an advanced electric concept car that will debut at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show. Pivo 2 builds on the popularity of the first Pivo, shown at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show. Powered by advanced Compact Lithium-ion Batteries and featuring a unique rotating cabin - meaning no reverse gear required - the first Pivo became a cult hit at shows from Beijing to Geneva.
August 1, 2024 Nissan and Honda agree to joint research in fundamental technologies for next-generation SDV platform Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that the two companies have agreed to carry out joint research in fundamental technologies in the area of platforms for next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs).
