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Nissan delays US EV plans, scales back UK Leaf production

China's export restrictions hit UK Leaf output, while the killing of US$7,500 EV tax credits pushes back US e-SUV production to 2029. By Stewart Burnett

Nissan is scaling back production plans for its next-generation Leaf electric vehicle (EV) due to China's rare earth export restrictions creating parts shortages, while simultaneously delaying two US-built electric SUVs by nearly a year. The embattled Japanese automaker faces mounting challenges as it adjusts its electrification strategy not only in response to supply chain shock, but also the Trump administration's elimination of federal tax credits.

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