US EditionNissan to trim global car lineup, boost use of AI driving tech
The automaker will cut 20,000 jobs and reduce its lineup to 45 models as it seeks to revive sales and expand exports.
- On Tuesday, Nissan Motor Co. announced plans to integrate artificial intelligence-driven autonomous systems into 90 percent of its future vehicle lineup to revive sluggish sales.
- Under Espinosa's sweeping turnaround plan, the company is reducing its global manufacturing footprint, cutting its workforce by 15%, and streamlining its portfolio from 56 models to 45.
- Nissan has partnered with Uber Technologies and British startup Wayve to launch a robotaxi pilot program in Tokyo by late 2026, alongside new hybrid X-Trail and electric Juke SUV models.
- Targeting annual sales of 1 million vehicles in both the United States and China by the 2030 financial year, Nissan also plans to raise U.S. local production rates to 80 percent.
- Nissan will provide a restructuring progress update when it reports full-year financial results on May 13, with further strategic direction elements scheduled for later this year.
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Strategy follows a restructuring plan presented by the assembly president, Ivan Espinosa
Nissan to cut models, boost AI tech in overhaul
Nissan plans to streamline its global vehicle lineup by exiting low-performing ones and deploy its artificial intelligence driving technology across 90% of its array over the long term as it targets a revitalisation after years of turmoil.
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Japan TodayNissan to add AI autonomous driving tech to 90% of future models
Nissan Motor Co. said Tuesday it plans to add an autonomous driving system employing artificial intelligence to 90 percent of its future models as it aims to revive its sluggish sales.
Nissan to trim global car lineup, boost use of AI driving tech
Nissan Motor plans to streamline its global automobile lineup by exiting low-performing ones and deploy its artificial intelligence driving technology across 90% of its array over the long term as it targets a revitalisation after years of turmoil.
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