Nissan slashes new EV Leaf production in half on battery shortage

3rd-generation model set to be flagship of business turnaround effort

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Nissan's new Leaf model will feature a longer driving range and a redesign as a sport utility vehicle, but production cuts could impact sales. (Nissan)

SHUHEI OCHIAI

TOKYO -- Nissan Motor has significantly lowered production plans for the redesigned Leaf electric vehicle, cutting output for the September-November period to less than half the original plan, Nikkei has learned.

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