Nissan has started production of its new Leaf electric vehicle at its Sunderland plant, backed by the Japanese group’s £450mn investment, breathing new life into the country’s largest car factory.
The future of the Sunderland factory came into sharp focus earlier this year as the struggling Japanese carmaker unveiled plans to shut down multiple plants globally as part of its turnaround plan.
The third-generation Leaf, which offers a range up to 386 miles, qualified for the full £3,750 discount under the UK government’s new subsidy scheme intended to boost sales of EVs, and has a starting price of £32,249.
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