Nissan considers expanding U.S. production as Rogue hybrid launches
Nissan is considering whether to add a third production shift at its assembly plant in Smyrna, Tennessee, as the company launches a new Rogue hybrid. The move could create hundreds or potentially thousands of jobs, according to the supplied report, which says the plant currently operates with two shifts.
Nissan is considering increasing production at its assembly plant in Smyrna, Tennessee, as it launches a new Rogue hybrid.
The plant currently operates two production shifts. Adding another shift could mean hundreds or potentially thousands of new jobs, according to the supplied report.
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