Nissan plans to launch an autonomous car in 2027

Nissan announced its plans to launch autonomous mobility services in Japan by 2027.

This is an important step within the framework of the long-term plan, Nissan Ambition 2030. This ambitious program aims to promote smarter mobility by addressing major transportation service issues. In Japan, Nissan has identified the driver shortage, which is a consequence of an aging population.

Since 2017, Nissan has been testing numerous models in Japan and abroad. The manufacturer established a technical base in Namie City, Fukushima Prefecture, where a semi-autonomous mobility service called Namie Smart Mobility has been operational since 2021. Outside Japan, Nissan has tested autonomous mobility in London and other regions with the support of the UK government.

Nissan will begin trials in the Minato Mirai district of Yokohama during the 2024 fiscal year, and will intensify testing over the following year. The level of autonomous driving will be gradually improved while evaluating customer satisfaction, with the ultimate goal of providing driverless services.

Projected Schedule :

• 2024: Trials in the Minato Mirai district of Yokohama with a driverless vehicle based on the Serena minivan.
• 2025 to 2026: Trials and demonstrations with a total of 20 vehicles. A driver will always be on board, but only to control proper operation of the vehicle.
• 2027: Deployment of several dozen autonomous vehicles in three to four municipalities, including rural areas.

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