Nissan Avila plant rear axle production strengthens Qashqai supply chain

Nissan Avila plant rear axle production project announced for Qashqai

Nissan Motor Co Ltd announced that its Spain based Avila plant has been selected for Nissan Avila plant rear axle production for the Nissan Qashqai on July 23. The project follows the company’s earlier announcement on July 16 that production activities for Renault at its Avila and Cantabria plants will conclude in December 2026. The new initiative aims to strengthen industrial operations at the facility through additional manufacturing capabilities and advanced production methods.

The rear axle project will cover the complete manufacturing cycle, including stamping, assembly, and shipment operations. Nissan will introduce new production processes and technologies to support the plant’s future industrial activity. Preparation activities for the project are planned to begin in September 2026, while production is expected to commence during the first quarter of 2028. The initiative is expected to create approximately 40 to 50 employment opportunities depending on production volumes and operational requirements.

The Nissan Qashqai remains one of the important sales models for Nissan in the European automotive market. Through this project, the Avila facility will manufacture a mass-production component for the company’s Sunderland plant in the United Kingdom for the first time. The supply relationship between Avila and Sunderland will expand the role of the Spanish facility within Nissan’s European manufacturing network and support localized component production for vehicle assembly operations.

The rear axle manufacturing program represents a strategic step for Nissan’s industrial footprint in Europe by creating new capabilities at the Avila facility. The company plans to integrate updated manufacturing technologies while maintaining a connection with existing automotive production expertise. The project highlights the importance of flexible manufacturing sites that can adapt to changing vehicle production requirements and support future supply chain needs across European markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will Nissan begin rear axle production at the Avila plant?
Nissan is expected to begin rear axle production at the Avila plant during the first quarter of 2028 after completing project preparation activities starting in September 2026. The manufacturing program will include stamping, final assembly, and shipment processes for components supplied to the Sunderland plant.

Which vehicle model will use components produced at the Avila plant?
The Avila plant will manufacture the rear axle for the Nissan Qashqai, one of Nissan’s key sales models in the European market. The facility will supply mass-production components to support vehicle assembly operations at Nissan’s Sunderland plant in the United Kingdom.