[SoothingDave]

It might be a few years before they make a profit as a whole, including development costs. But it seems, according to this article, they they are just starting to make a profit on a per-unit basis.

Of course, the purchase of their cars is subsidized by gov't tax incentives. Good for them to be hitting a profit point. Not so good for taxpayers.

[LogicDesigner]

“Of course, the purchase of their cars is subsidized by gov’t tax incentives. Good for them to be hitting a profit point. Not so good for taxpayers.”

Well, with all the crap in the Middle East and Russia, maybe it is worth it to reduce our oil dependence. Besides, Nissan has sold 64,000 Leafs (Leaves?) in the U.S.; once they hit 200,000 the subsidies phase out.