Nissan's Revival Plans in the US: Xterra SUV to Lead the Charge. In a significant move, the Japanese automaker has announced plans to revamp its Mississippi manufacturing plant, shifting its focus from producing vehicles such as the Leaf electric car to a range of truck-based models. At the forefront of this new strategy is the long-awaited return of the Xterra, a mid-size SUV that was discontinued in 2015. The decision to revive the Xterra marks a significant shift in Nissan's US market strategy, catering to the growing demand for rugged and versatile vehicles.
The new plan for the Mississippi plant is to build a range of truck-based Nissan vehicles, starting with a revival of the Xterra SUV.
