Japanese automaker Nissan Motor Co., which has been undertaking significant measures to improve its financial performance and is restructuring global operations, has announced that it plans to transfer and integrate vehicle production at the Oppama Plant, located in the Oppama district, to Nissan Motor Kyushu Co., Ltd in Fukuoka Prefecture.

This move part of the ‘Re:Nissan’ recovery plan aims to reduce its global production capacity from 3.5 million units (excluding China) to 2.5 million units, while maintaining a plant utilisation rate of around 100 percent. To achieve this, the company has been considering the consolidation of production sites from 17 to 10.

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The new announcement will see vehicle production shutting down at Nissan’s Oppama plant at the end of fiscal 2027. Following this, both current and future models scheduled for production at Oppama will be manufactured at Nissan Motor Kyushu.

On the other hand, facilities and functions in the district – such as the Nissan Research Center, Grandrive, the crash test facility and Oppama Wharf – will remain unaffected and continue operations as usual.

Ivan Espinosa, CEO, Nissan Motor Co, said, "Today, Nissan made a tough but necessary decision. It wasn’t easy – for me or for the company – but I believe it’s a vital step toward overcoming our current challenges and building a sustainable future. The Oppama Plant is a proud part of our history, and its legacy will endure. I want to sincerely thank our employees, the local community, and our partners who have supported this plant with dedication and heart. We will continue to operate in the Oppama area with strong support for the local community, as we carry forward the spirit of Oppama plant and work to restore Nissan’s true value."

While the company has announced the shutdown of manufacturing operations at the Oppama plant, it is still exploring a ‘wide range of options to determine the most appropriate path forward’.

The company will continue to retain employees at the plant till the end of fiscal 2027 and is looking to initiate discussions with the union on the future course of action.

Furthermore, the Japanese automaker has also announced that production of the NV200, currently consigned to the Nissan Shatai Shonan Plant, will end in fiscal year 2026. A successor to the NV200 is planned for introduction in fiscal year 2027, with further details to be shared at a later date.

With this decision, Nissan said it has concluded all vehicle production consolidation actions in Japan under the Re:Nissan plan.

Also read: Nissan Secures $6 Billion Through Bond Issuance

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Chinese automotive major Changan Automobile and CAOA have inaugurated an automated production line in Anapolis, Brazil, marking the start of local assembly for the Changan UNI-T SUV.

The ceremony was attended by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Vice-President Geraldo Alckmin, signaling a phase of industrialisation and mobility investment in Brazil.

The inauguration initiates a USD 950 million investment cycle for 2026-2028, which adds to the earlier USD 570 million invested since 2023. Total investment in the Anapolis facility reaches USD 1.52 billion with the plant now equipped to have an annual production capacity of 90,000 units.

The UNI-T was developed over three years by a team of 200 Chinese and Brazilian engineers. Key technical features include:

• Powertrain: A 1.5 Turbo GDi BlueCore Flex engine, calibrated by CAOA to operate on any ethanol-petrol blend.
• Testing: The vehicle underwent 200,000 km of durability testing across various Brazilian climates.
• Digital Features: A localised Portuguese voice control system and connected cockpit tailored for the domestic market.
• Future Roadmap: Changan plans to introduce hybrid and electrified variants, supported by the federal government's MOVER programme.

The company expects to open over 60 dealerships across Brazil during 2026 to support its expanded sales footprint.

Zhu Huarong, Chairman, China Changan Automobile Group, said, "For Changan, Brazil is not only a place to invest, but a land where we committed to building a long-term future."

Carlos Alberto de Oliveira Andrade Filho, Co-President, CAOA, added, "The UNI-T represents far more than a new model. It demonstrates that Brazil can establish itself as a global hub for high-technology automotive engineering and production."

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Bengaluru-headquartered electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ultraviolette Automotive has announced a 5-year investment plan to expand its manufacturing operations in Karnataka.

The company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Karnataka during the ‘Invest Karnataka’ Conclave in Bengaluru, securing proposed incentive support through the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme.

The EV maker has announced a two-phase expansion strategy to increase domestic production and support global export requirements:

Phase 1: An investment of INR 2 billion to enhance existing capacity and manufacturing at the current Bengaluru facility.

Phase 2: The establishment of a new production plant in Karnataka with an annual capacity of 150,000 units.

The plan aims to deepen local manufacturing, create employment and accelerate research and development within the electric vehicle sector. Ultraviolette currently produces the F77 performance motorcycle and the X-47 Crossover, utilising proprietary battery technology.

Headquartered in Bengaluru, Ultraviolette intends to expand its Indian retail presence from 40 to 100 cities by the end of 2026. Internationally, the company has entered 12 European countries and has scheduled further expansion into Asian and Latin American markets.

Narayan Subramaniam, CEO and Co-Founder, Ultraviolette Automotive, said, “Karnataka has been central to Ultraviolette’s vision of Making in India for the World. This proposed manufacturing expansion reflects our confidence in the state’s forward-looking EV ecosystem, talent, and policy support. The combination of infrastructure readiness, proactive governance, and long-term incentive visibility creates a strong foundation for Ultraviolette’s next phase of growth.”

Niraj Rajmohan, CTO and Co-Founder, Ultraviolette Automotive, added, “Karnataka has been home to Ultraviolette’s R&D journey from the very beginning. The state offers a unique combination of deep engineering talent, strong supplier networks, and close proximity to key industrial and manufacturing hubs. What makes this especially meaningful for us is that we have built world-class products here proving that with the right talent, ambition, and ecosystem, innovation can be created right here in Karnataka.”

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Octillion Power Systems has announced that its India division has manufactured its 100,000th electric vehicle (EV) battery system. The milestone unit was produced on 20 March 2025 at the company’s ‘Pune Two’ facility for a passenger SUV developed by an Indian automotive manufacturer.

Since commencing Indian operations in 2017, Octillion has expanded from a single facility in Pune to three manufacturing sites across Pune and Gujarat. The company currently operates over 300,000 square feet of production space.

At present, the company’s annual energy production is expected to reach 8 GWh by 2026. The division supplies battery systems for passenger cars, trucks, buses and two-wheelers and three-wheelers. The company recently announced the build-out of its third major facility in Halol, Gujarat, to support a domestic supply chain and mass-scale quality control.

Paul Beach, Global President, Octillion, said, “Reaching 100,000 units made in India is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. This milestone reflects the trust our clients place in us to deliver safe, durable, and innovative batteries on time replete with exceptional value. Our position is strengthened as we expand in India and continue driving forward: product innovation, market growth and a more resilient supply chain.”

Nikhil Parchure, Senior Vice-President, Octillion, commented, “Our ambition in India is to enable cleaner, more sustainable transportation to help combat the pollution affecting our cities and communities. Reaching 100,000 packs is proof of our India team’s extraordinary dedication to this mission. We deeply appreciate our customers’ trust and we take pride in knowing that vehicles powered by Octillion batteries reflect the ingenuity and excellence of India.”

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Tsuyo Manufacturing has received Single Window Clearance from the Government of Karnataka to establish a 20-acre electric vehicle (EV) powertrain manufacturing and validation facility in the Hubli-Dharwad region. The project follows a Letter of Intent (LoI) signed during the Bengaluru Tech Summit in November 2025.

The company will invest INR 2.5 billion to develop an integrated campus for the development, production and validation of EV powertrain technologies. The facility will house assembly lines and laboratories for electric traction motors, motor controllers, power electronics and drivetrain systems.

The site will also include a dedicated open test track specifically designed for commercial-vehicle powertrain validation.

The project will be executed in two distinct phases to scale voltage and power capabilities:

• Phase 1: Focuses on powertrain platforms up to 250 kW with voltage architectures up to 650V.
• Phase 2: Expands capacity to develop powertrains up to 1100 kW with high-voltage architectures reaching 850V DC.

This infrastructure is intended to serve a range of sectors, including three-wheelers, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and industrial mobility.

The initiative is expected to create over 500 engineering and technical jobs over the next three years. It aims to support the growth of a localised EV component supply chain in India, reducing reliance on imports for motor design and power electronics engineering.

Vijay Kumar, Founder & CEO, said, “The Hubli–Dharwad facility will be a significant breakthrough in Tsuyo’s mission to build a globally competitive EV powertrain ecosystem from India. With advanced manufacturing, integrated validation infrastructure, and system-level engineering capabilities, this investment will enable us to deliver high-power, high-voltage electric powertrain solutions for both domestic and international markets. Our focus is to develop and manufacture complete electric powertrain systems with world-class engineering and validation capabilities. The new facility will allow Tsuyo to accelerate innovation in motors, power electronics, and integrated drivetrain solutions while meeting the reliability and performance standards required by Indian as well as global OEMs.”

Lalit Baid, Founder & COO, commented, “The facility will be developed in two phases to progressively scale our integrated EV powertrain technology capabilities. Phase 1 will support powertrain platforms of up to 250 kW with voltage architectures up to 650V, while Phase 2 will expand our capabilities to develop powertrains of up to 1100 kW with high-voltage architectures reaching 850V DC. Importantly, the project will also create over 500 jobs, reinforcing our pledge to building advanced EV technologies and strengthening India’s domestic electric mobility ecosystem.”

Vikas Verma, Partner at Avaana Capital, added, “From the outset, what stood out to us about Tsuyo was the team’s rare combination of deep engineering capability, product innovation, disciplined execution, and focus on localized manufacturing to build globally competitive EV powertrain technologies from India. The approval of this facility is a testament to Tsuyo’s rapid progress and its strong trajectory in scaling both manufacturing and technological capabilities. Their continued progress in building advanced EV powertrain solutions in India is closely aligned with our conviction in the long-term potential of the country’s electric mobility ecosystem.”

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