Nissan UK has announced the discontinuation of support for the NissanConnect EV mobile app, which allows remote control of older electric vehicles due to the impending shutdown of the 2G network in the United Kingdom. This decision impacts Nissan Leaf and Nissan e-NV200 models sold before 2016 that still rely on 2G connectivity, totaling around 3,000 vehicles. Owners of these vehicles will no longer be able to perform certain remote actions, such as preheating the car before arrival.
The app support for these vehicles will cease on April 1, 2024. However, the 2G network shutdown in the UK is scheduled for a much later date in 2033, with the possibility of earlier closures by operators. This raises questions as to why Nissan is rushing to discontinue the service ahead of time.
BBC suggests that Nissan’s feature shutdown highlights a larger industry-wide issue, indicating that other automakers may face similar challenges in the future, whether due to technological changes or a shift towards monthly subscription-based services for customers.
Source: BBC
TLDR: Nissan UK will stop supporting remote features for older electric vehicles due to the impending shutdown of the 2G network in the UK, impacting around 3,000 cars. This move reflects a larger trend in the automotive industry towards changing technologies and subscription-based services for customers.
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