Nissan, the renowned Japanese car company known for its innovative and reliable vehicles, is making significant changes to its plant in Mississippi. The company is investing $500 million to convert the facility into a major hub for producing electric vehicles (EVs) in North America.
Transitioning from Gasoline to Electric Vehicles at Canton Plant
The Canton facility, which has been manufacturing gasoline-powered cars since 2003, will now shift its focus to producing EVs. Nissan plans to introduce a variety of EV models for its Nissan and Infiniti brands by the mid-2020s.
Canton Plant: The Heart of Nissan’s EV Plans
The Canton plant in Mississippi will play a central role in Nissan’s EV strategy for the next five to six years. The company intends to bring new technology and platforms to this facility, leveraging its expertise gained from successfully launching the Leaf hatchback over a decade ago.
