# Most of the new metal we’ll see will come from China, in large part due to Nissan’s decades-long partnership with Dongfeng.

*semiconductor · news · 2026-04-16 · 7NEWS Australia*

## Key points

- Nissan Australia will source most new models from China via its Dongfeng partnership.
- The NX8 electric SUV, N7 electric sedan, and Frontier Pro PHEV ute are earmarked for Australia.
- The large PHEV ute may spin off an electrified SUV between the X-Trail and Patrol models.
- Plans for the third-generation Leaf launch in Australia have been canceled.

**Companies:** Nissan, Dongfeng
**Countries:** Australia, China, Japan

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