The 2023 Nissan Ariya arrives in dealer showrooms in December. Photo courtesy of Nissan
Later this decade, Nissan plans to introduce a proprietary low-cost, solid-state battery that it says will help make EVs affordable for everyone.CEO Makoto Uchida is desperate to revive the Japanese carmaker after four years of turmoil triggered by theof former CEO Carlos Ghosn in Japan, for alleged financial crimes, and his subsequent escape to Lebanon.
The carmaker is investing more than $14 billion in the effort over the next four years, including an expansion of battery production in Tennessee.Nissan is also developing a new solid-state battery that would be a breakthrough for the EV movement. "We have been chasing after this battery technology for more than 30 years," Uchida said. "We want to be doing this because we are the pioneer of EVs."Tesla long ago lapped Nissan with EVs that offer triple the driving range of the original Leaf — plus high-tech, consumer-friendly features that improve over time via software updates.
Tweet goes from 'entry level' to 'tesla' and then returns to 'affordable'. Did nissan leave that sector? Pardon the pun.
Bought one in 2013--is great! No service needed except for tire rotation. Range js very low-started at abt 90, now abt 82 in summer, much less in winter--but works for day to day really well! Need a garage charger, though. Will definitely consider another when they get to 275+