Big Boost for Sunderland: Nissan Unveils Two New Electric Cars
What’s the news: Nissan is rolling out the electric Juke and Qashqai at its Sunderland plant, and the UK governments are putting a whopping £1.12 billion into the mix.
Why It Matters
- Jobs, jobs, jobs: The investment will bring thousands of new roles to the North East.
- £71 billion boost: The auto industry already adds that much to the national economy.
- Sunderland’s new gig: The city is set to become the electric‑car version of Silicon Valley.
Words from the Big Guys
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak summed it up: “This is a massive vote of confidence in the UK’s automotive scene. It’s all about making the UK the best place to do business.”
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt highlighted the extra tax breaks: “The last few days brought the world’s most generous investment tax reliefs. Nissan sticking in Sunderland proves how that support pays off.”
Nissan’s President and CEO Makoto Uchida added some techno‑glow: “Electric vehicles are the heart of our strategy to hit carbon neutrality. With the UK’s former biggest car factory turning into a design & build powerhouse, we’re laying the groundwork for a fully electric Nissan in Europe.”
Bright Future for the Plant
The EV36Zero project alerts us that Sunderland will be the hub where engineers sketch, prototype, and assemble the next generation of Nissan cars.
In short, this pact lets Sunderland spark electric imagination, gives the UK a giant step toward a cleaner road, and keeps the country in the conversation as a top global manufacturer.
Ready‑to‑Go: Nissan’s Sunderland Boost
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch dropped some good news: Nissan’s new investment in Sunderland is proof that the UK government’s automotive strategy is hitting its mark. “This deal, along with other fresh money poured into the British car scene,” she said, “will spur thousands of jobs and fuel growth all across the country.”
What the local MP is saying
- Julie Elliott, Labour MP for Sunderland Central, welcomed the announcement: “Nissan’s confidence in the plant is a huge vote of pride for us.”
- She added, “It’s great to see the plant’s green‑tech reputation keep shining.”
Keep an eye on the future
With the advanced manufacturing plan on the horizon, the local community can expect even more jobs and innovation flowing into their neighbourhood.
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