Nissan Eyes Exporting Chinese-Made Electric Cars to Canada (1)

Nissan Motor Co. is considering exporting cars built at a joint venture with its Chinese partner to Canada, which is opening up its market to electric vehicles made in China.

The Japanese carmaker aims to tap demand for low-cost, electric vehicles manufactured with Dongfeng Motor Group Co. in several markets, including Brazil and Mexico — and potentially including Canada, Christian Meunier, Nissan’s head of the Americas, said in an interview.

“In Canada, the government has opened the door for some Chinese products,” he said, although he didn’t specify which Nissan Dongfeng models were under consideration for possible export to ...