Nissan's Australian manufacturing facility in Dandenong has a strong future due to its focus on electric and hybrid vehicle parts, despite plans to close seven global factories by 2027.
While the future of the Australian plant has not been officially confirmed, its $4.2 million investment and key role in supplying Nissan and Renault parts globally provide hope for its continuation.
The Dandenong plant is shifting towards producing high-value components for electric and hybrid vehicles, with around 77% of its production value now being electric or hybrid related.
Nissan's global interest in EV and hybrid components is growing, with plans for the new generation Leaf EV, Qashqai e-Power SUV, and electric models, while focusing on local manufacturing to strengthen their brand.