Core Viewpoint - Nissan faces criticism regarding its new car development, with shareholders questioning the lack of new models compared to competitors. The company needs to enhance sales to increase revenue and restore its investment capabilities, as well as revive its reputation as "Technology Nissan" [1][2]. Group 1: New Car Development Challenges - Shareholders expressed concerns about Nissan's new car development during the June 24 shareholder meeting, highlighting the absence of new models [1][2]. - Nissan's development cycle has extended to 55 months, which has hindered its ability to respond flexibly to market demands and consumer dissatisfaction due to the lack of desirable new cars [2]. Group 2: Competitive Position and Future Plans - Nissan was a pioneer in electric vehicles (EV) with the launch of the Leaf in 2010, but it has since fallen behind competitors like Chinese brands and Tesla in the EV market [2]. - The company plans to update the Leaf by 2025, marking its first update in eight years, with the new model expected to achieve the highest range in its class, utilizing Nissan's most advanced EV technology [2]. - Nissan aims to reduce its development cycle to 30 months, outlining a strategy to regain growth through a new car offensive, despite facing financial constraints due to restructuring [2].

Group 1: Sales Performance of Japanese Automakers - In April, Toyota's new car sales in China increased by 20.8% year-on-year, reaching 142,800 units, marking three consecutive months of growth, driven by its focus on hybrid and electric vehicles [2] - In contrast, Honda's sales in China fell by 40.8% to 43,689 units, while Nissan's sales decreased by 15.7% to 46,295 units, with Honda experiencing a 15-month consecutive decline and Nissan a 13-month decline [2] - Nissan plans to cut 21,000 jobs, which is 15% of its total workforce, and will close three factories, acknowledging that management errors, particularly in electric vehicle strategy, contributed to its current challenges [2] Group 2: Global Electric Vehicle Market Trends - The global electric vehicle transition is an unstoppable trend, with traditional automakers in Europe, such as Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz, accelerating their electrification efforts to secure a competitive position [3] - Tesla leads the U.S. market, driving technological advancements in electric vehicles and expanding its global presence, setting a benchmark for the industry [3] - In China, BYD is recognized as a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, with significant advancements in technology and product offerings [5] Group 3: Market Share and Industry Position - In 2022, China's market share of new energy vehicles reached 24.4%, the highest globally, followed by Europe at 17.3%, while India and Japan lag behind [7] - BYD's chairman emphasized that China's new energy vehicle sector is approximately 3 to 5 years ahead globally in terms of technology and product development, advocating for open innovation and international collaboration [9] - The challenges faced by Japanese automakers in the electrification transition serve as a warning for the global automotive industry, highlighting the need for timely strategic adjustments and increased investment in new energy and smart technologies [9]

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