Nissan to adopt Tesla's EV charging standard from 2025

Japanese automaker's decision could sway compatriot carmakers

Nissan, which had been the standard-bearer of Japan's CHAdeMo charging standard, will adopt Tesla's NACS system in North America. (Source photos by Mizuho Miyazaki and Masayuki Kozono)

AZUSA KAWAKAMI, Nikkei staff writer

July 20, 2023 00:57 JST

TOKYO -- Nissan Motor will adopt Tesla's charging standards for its electric vehicles sold in North America, starting in 2025, the company said Wednesday, becoming the first Japanese automaker to embrace the quick-charging technology.