As a LEAF owner, I know exactly what they're up to. Nissan has been promising for years that they'd switch to Lithium NMC (LiNiMnCo) chemistry batteries for 175

As a LEAF owner, I know exactly what they're up to. Nissan has been promising for years that they'd switch to Lithium NMC (LiNiMnCo) chemistry batteries for 175% of current density per kg at 125% cost per kg. It's taken them awhile to get the new technology to production, but it's expected to grow their margin and their sales considerably. http://insideevs.com/nissan-ceo-carlos-ghosn-second-generation-battery-is-coming-online-now/ http://insideevs.com/nissan-ceo-carlos-ghosn-second-generati... TLDR: New lithium ion battery chemistry may add up to 60 miles more range to the current LEAF for only about $2000 marginal cost to Nissan while adding no more weight.