Nissan, a prominent name in the auto industry, has taken a bold leap towards an electrifying future in Europe. The company recently unveiled its sleek new electric vehicle (EV) concept, signaling its commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable transportation landscape by the end of this decade.

En Concepto 20-23, as the prototype is dubbed, was crafted by Nissan’s design team in London. This all-electric sports hatchback, featuring circular daytime-running lights, encapsulates what many envision as the future of compact vehicles tailor-made for the European roadscape. As per The Verge, the design offers a tantalizing hint of what’s to come, as Nissan endeavors to exclusively vend EVs in Europe by 2030.

But what’s driving this ambitious transition?

Under the banner of “Ambition 2030,” Nissan pledges to roll out 19 innovative electric vehicles worldwide, bolstered by eight other electrified models. Europe, in particular, is a focal market, with the automaker revealing that a significant one-third of its global EV sales occur here. As it stands, Nissan’s European portfolio already boasts hybrid and electric gems, such as the “e-Power” Qashqai crossover, X-Trail compact SUV, and the much-celebrated Nissan Ariya EV.

But that’s not all. Nissan’s EV evolution promises the introduction of an electric Micra, poised to be the brand’s flagship compact car. Additionally, there’s palpable anticipation around another mysterious vehicle, earmarked for production in Nissan’s Sunderland facility in the UK.

El camino hacia 2030 no estará exento de dificultades. Un obstáculo clave es el elevado coste de las baterías de los vehículos eléctricos. Sin embargo, Nissan es proactiva. La empresa pretende reducir el gasto en baterías en nada menos que 65% para 2028. Para ello, tiene previsto pasar a una química de baterías más rentable, en particular abandonando el cobalto, a menudo apodado el "diamante de sangre de la tecnología".

Además, el gigante automovilístico ha manifestado su intención de estrenar baterías de estado sólido que, según ellos, pueden reducir a un tercio la duración de la carga de los vehículos eléctricos y abaratar el coste de las baterías hasta $75 por kWh.

Despite these visionary plans, some critics point out that Nissan’s strides in the electric avenue have been somewhat slow-paced. While the Nissan Leaf once stood as a testament to the company’s pioneering spirit in the EV sector, many are eagerly awaiting more groundbreaking releases.

En conclusión, a medida que se acerca el horizonte de 2030, todas las miradas están puestas en Nissan. ¿Lograrán redefinir el tapiz automovilístico de Europa? Sólo el tiempo lo dirá.