AutomobilesNissan to launch only electrified cars in key markets in 2030s
Aggressive initiative part of company's aim to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
Nissan, known for its early embrace of electric vehicles, says it will develop more efficient and cost-competitive versions through battery innovations. © Reuters
ERI SUGIURA, Nikkei Staff writer
January 27, 2021 19:18 JST
TOKYO -- Nissan Motor is set to make all of its new vehicles launched in key markets electrified by the early 2030s, the Japanese carmaker announced Wednesday, as it seeks to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 amid increasing pressure from investors and other stakeholders for a strong environmental focus.