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A: Hey there! 🌟 Did you hear about Nissan's news?

B: No, what's up? 🤔

A: They're launching a new version of their Leaf electric car next week in Japan! 🚗

B: Wow, that's exciting! 🎉 What's so special about it?

A: It has a bigger battery and can travel up to 702 kilometers on one charge. And they say it's quieter too. 🤫

B: Sounds like an improvement! I wonder if this will help Nissan get back on track after their losses.

A: Exactly! Their exec, Sugimoto Akira, says it'll allow them to stand out in the EV market. He wants people to think, "Nissan has made a comeback with this car." 🌟

B: That's ambitious, but if they pull it off, it could really boost their image. 💪

A: Definitely! The restructuring plan announced in May includes closing seven factories and cutting around 20,000 jobs. They posted a net loss of over 4 billion dollars last year. 💔

B: Ouch, that's rough. But here's hoping for the best with their new car! 🎉
Summary
Nissan to launch improved Leaf electric car next week in Japan, boasting a larger battery for up to 702 km travel on a single charge. This move is part of the company's restructuring plan aimed at regaining market position after facing financial losses and job cuts. The new model aims to make
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ID: 4382f49a-59cd-4caa-a471-9bee2420aaf7

Category ID: conversation_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251009_B1/#conversation

Date: Oct. 9, 2025

Created: 2025/10/09 14:10

Updated: 2025/12/08 00:53

Last Read: 2025/10/09 15:08