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Updated · Bloomberg · May 19Nissan Eyes Chinese-Built EV Exports to Canada as It Targets Low-Cost Demand in 3 Markets
7 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · May 19
- Canada is a potential new destination for Nissan electric vehicles built with Dongfeng in China, according to Nissan Americas chief Christian Meunier.
- Nissan is weighing the move because Canada is opening its market to Chinese-made EVs, creating an outlet for lower-cost electrified models.
- Brazil and Mexico are also in Nissan’s export plans as the automaker looks to broaden sales of vehicles produced through its Chinese joint venture.
- The strategy would extend Nissan’s use of China as a manufacturing base for affordable EVs beyond its home market and into the Americas.
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