Nissan Motor Company is a Japanese multinational automobile manufacturer headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. The company was founded in 1911 as Kwaishinsha Motorcar Co., Ltd., and it changed its name to Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. in 1933. Nissan is the sixth-largest automaker in the world, and it is the largest Japanese automaker by market capitalization.
Entry into the EV market
Nissan was one of the first automakers to enter the electric vehicle market. In 2010, the company launched the Nissan LEAF, which was the first mass-market electric car. The LEAF has been a success for Nissan, and it has helped to position the company as a leader in the EV market.
Parent/daughter companies
Nissan is part of the Renault–Nissan–Mitsubishi Alliance, which is the world’s largest automotive alliance. The alliance also includes Renault, Mitsubishi Motors, and several other companies.
Electric Vehicles and Future Plans
In addition to the LEAF, Nissan also offers a number of other electric vehicles, including the Nissan e-NV200, the Nissan Rogue PHEV, and the Nissan Ariya. The company plans to continue to expand its EV lineup in the coming years.
Nissan has ambitious plans for the future of electric vehicles. The company has set a goal of selling 1 million electric vehicles per year by 2022. Nissan is also working on developing new technologies for electric vehicles, such as solid-state batteries.
Nissan is a leading automaker in the electric vehicle market. The company has a strong track record in the EV space, and it is committed to expanding its EV lineup in the coming years. Nissan’s future plans for electric vehicles are ambitious, and the company is well-positioned to be a major player in the EV market in the years to come.
Nissan Company Profile
| Founded in: | 1933 |
| Owner Company: | Renault |
| Main Headquarter: | Japan |
| Area Served: | Worldwide |
| Manufacturer of: | Four Wheelers |
| Communication: | Official Website |
