Nissan (7201.T) is betting on a new version of its Leaf electric vehicle (EV) to revive its fortunes, having gone from mass-market EV pioneer to laggard since its first model entered showrooms in 2010.

Nissan Motor Co. said Tuesday it will launch a new model of its Leaf electric vehicle with enhanced driving range and charging pow

TOKYO -- Nissan Motor will launch a new-generation Leaf electric vehicle in the U.S. later this year, the company announced on Tuesday, as part of efforts to fill out its product lineup in one of its most important markets.