Nissan and Chery agree to produce Chinese EVs at Sunderland plant
By Eve
Nissan has signed a deal with Chinese manufacturer Chery to build electric vehicles at its Sunderland facility in the United Kingdom. The agreement will bring Chinese EV production to the site, though specific production volumes and timelines have not been disclosed. Fuel Cells Works reported the partnership as part of Nissan's strategy to expand its EV manufacturing footprint in Europe.
Why it matters: The deal signals potential new procurement opportunities for charging infrastructure and grid connections at the Sunderland site to support expanded EV production. It also reflects growing collaboration between established European plants and Chinese OEMs, which may influence future charging network planning across UK manufacturing hubs.