JATCO has scrapped plans to build EV powertrains in the United Kingdom due to weak demand for EVs across Europe. The move follows Nissan’s decision to reduce its global production footprint.
The NISSAN MOTOR CO LTD, a subsidiary originally intended to produce 340,000 units annually at its Sunderland facility. This reversal signals a deepening retreat for the Japanese automaker as it scales back global production capacity.
JATCO initially announced a 48.7 million pound ($65.39 million) investment in January 2025 to build integrated EV powertrains. The project was designed to supply motors, inverters, and reducers for Nissan’s European lineup. The Nikkei reported that these plans are now cancelled.
The decision follows a broader restructuring at Nissan after sales weakened in the United States and China.
