Nissan shares surge 11.24% premarket on new Kicks e-POWER 2026 model launch and aggressive price cuts.

Nissan surged 11.24% in premarket trading, driven by the announcement of the 2026 revised Kicks e-POWER model at the Bangkok Motor Show. The vehicle features updated design elements, enhanced e-POWER technology, and advanced safety and comfort features, including a 12.3-inch infotainment display and ProPilot assistance. The model is also competitively priced and benefits from a recent promotional pricing strategy in Taiwan and Thailand, aiming to capture market share before rivals like Honda's HR-V e:HEV launch. These developments signal renewed momentum for Nissan's compact SUV segment.