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Who is going to see the Dark Knight Rises premier?
If you are, be sure to check out the Dark Knight marathon taking place at Cinemark at Victor Valley Mall this Thursday at 6:15pm!
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Hey fans, here is a Monday car care tip:
Rotate tires every 6,000 miles to prevent uneven wear, replace them when they become worn and have the alignment checked if the car pulls to either side when driving or if you notice uneven tire wear. This way your tires will be running smoothly at all times!
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Nissan LEAF Backs Into the Future
The multiple award-winning Nissan LEAF rewrote the record books this weekend as the fastest car over a measured mile (1.6km) in reverse.
Driven by professional stunt driver Terry Grant, the Nissan LEAF raced backwards up the famous Goodwood hillclimb course at the weekend's Festival of Speed, covering the distance in 1m 37.02s at an average speed of 88.5km/h (55 mph).
Having set the record on Friday, the opening day of the Festival, Terry went on to smash his time on Saturday and Sunday, shaving an amazing 26 seconds off Friday's time
Terry, who set a world record at last year's festival by driving a Nissan Juke up the hill on two wheels, says: "I had a great car at my disposal - with direct drive from the electric motor to its wheels, the Nissan LEAF can, in theory, go as fast backwards as it can forwards. There were times I wasn't sure I was coming or going. However, thanks to the LEAF's low center of gravity - the batteries are an integral part of the car's floor - the car is extremely stable, no matter which direction it's traveling. The only complaint I have is slight neck ache from constantly looking over my shoulder!"
The LEAF Reverse Record is part of Nissan's ambitious social media-driven campaign, "The Big Turn On," which is spreading the EV message across Europe using social media channels and aimed to get one million consumers switched onto electric driving in just 100 days. The one million "turn ons" target was achieved on the June 21, 15 days ahead of the original target.
The Nissan LEAF Reverse Record was just one of a number of Nissan highlights at the Festival. The dramatic race-prepared Nissan LEAF NISMO RC raced against the clock (and in the correct direction) to set a hill record for electric vehicles. It was driven by current FIA GT1 world champion Michael Krumm, who also drove his 540-hp GT-R GT1 racer up the hill. The newest production GT-R Track Pack took part in the Supercar Run, while the stunning Juke-R - a GT-R in Juke's clothes - also wowed the crowds.
And sticking with the Juke theme, Festival go-ers were treated to a sneak preview of the Juke Nismo -- a hot crossover created by Nissan's performance arm -- which reaches the showrooms in early 2013.
Courtesy of Nissan
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
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Nissan LEAF to Reverse into the Record Books
ROLLE, Switzerland - In theory, it goes just as fast backwards as it does forwards. And now comes the proof.
At the Goodwood Festival of Speed (June 29 – July 1), the 100% electric Nissan LEAF will attempt to complete the famous 1.16-mile Goodwood hillclimb course as fast as possible... but in reverse, setting a new Guinness World Record for the fastest time over a distance of one mile in reverse.
With direct drive from the electric motor to its wheels, the Nissan LEAF going backwards should be able to hit the same top speed it manages going forwards. With its batteries located under the floor of the car, it has a low center of gravity making the car very stable at speed with little body roll under cornering. And with fewer moving parts than a conventional car, there's less likelihood of mechanical issues thwarting the attempt.
The attempt is part of Nissan's ambitious social media-driven campaign, The Big Turn On, which is spreading the EV message across Europe. The campaign aims to prove that as well as being environmentally friendly, the Nissan LEAF is safe, economical to run, practical, and fun to drive.
Professional stunt driver Terry Grant will attempt the LEAF Reverse Record. Terry thrilled the crowds at the 2011 Festival of Speed by driving a Nissan JUKE up the hillclimb course on two wheels.
"The LEAF Reverse Record isn't going to be easy and will be very challenging," admitted Terry. "I'd prefer to do it on a nice straight and level strip of tarmac rather than on Lord March's drive. The hill not only climbs, but is also full of twists, turns and obstacles.
"It's a hugely technical test of speed and concentration. But despite the risks, the strength and integrity of Nissan LEAF's design gives me confidence. Whatever happens, I know I'm going to finish the weekend with a serious crick in my neck!"
One of the other Nissan stars of the FoS weekend will be the dramatic race-prepared Nissan LEAF NISMO RC. It will be racing against the clock, to set a hill record for electric vehicles. It will be driven by 2011 FIA GT1 Championship winning driver, Michael Krumm, who wowed the huge crowd at this year's Le Mans 24 Hours from behind the wheel of the startling Nissan DeltaWing endurance racing car.
Courtesy of Nissan Media
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Will higher octane or premium fuel give me better gas mileage and/or more power?
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Nissan Frontier Ranked Number One Compact Pickup in Vehicle Satisfaction Survey
FRANKLIN, Tenn. - Today Autobytel and AutoPacific announced the winners for the 16th annual Vehicle Satisfaction Award, with Nissan Frontier taking top honors in the compact pickup category. This award measures how satisfied new car and light truck buyers are with their recently purchased vehicle and is based on more than 75,000 survey respondents who objectively rate 48 key vehicle attributes on their importance when considering to purchase, as well as satisfaction after purchase.
"The 2012 Frontier has earned numerous accolades for its dependability and value since its launch, and today we celebrate the distinguished honor of providing our valued owners with the highest level of overall satisfaction," said Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division, Nissan North America. "This award underscores the strong commitment the company has made in delivering quality and reliability while still offering new levels of innovation, fuel-efficiency, dynamic performance and premium style to all our customers."
Combining premium hardware, extraordinary power and off-road athleticism, Frontier continues to be a leader in the mid-size truck segment. The Nissan Frontier emulates many of the Nissan Titan's full-size features, including its bold, expressive and adventurous exterior styling. Frontier utilizes signature Nissan truck themes, including an angled strut grille, large bumpers, short front and rear overhangs and large, stamped steel, geometric fender flares. The 2012 Frontier model lineup consists of Frontier S, Frontier SV, Frontier PRO-4X (4x4 models only) and Frontier SL (Crew Cab only). It is offered in both King Cab and Crew Cab body styles, in 4x2 and 4x4 driveline configurations, offering exceptional levels of family or workplace performance to fit nearly any need or budget.
"The quality of vehicles from all manufacturers has risen to the highest level in history and what delineates a car or truck is owner satisfaction," said George Peterson, president of AutoPacific. "Consumer purchases are often influenced by objective awards especially when they are based on consumer sentiment. It was our goal to get the input from as many consumers as possible because ultimately, it's the consumer's opinion that counts."
The honor from Autobytel and AutoPacific follows four other industry awards for Frontier in 2012. In addition to being listed on Insure.com's annual "Least Expensive To Insure" list, Frontier was named first in the mid-size pickup truck category in the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) 2011 Texas Truck Rodeo, and to Kelley Blue Book's "Best Resale Value Award: Top Ten Models" for model year 2012. Notably, J.D. Power and Associates named Frontier as the top mid-size pickup in its 2012 Vehicle Dependability Study.
Courtesy of Nissan Media
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Electric Vehicles Gaining Momentum and Advocates
LOS ANGELES – Electric vehicles are expanding in scope, size, and shape. It’s a transformation that started nearly a decade ago and is just now solidifying. Established car makers like Nissan have invested big because they are confident in an electric revolution.
“Let’s jump the end game. The end game is a full-electric car,” said Nissan Executive Vice President Andy Palmer.
Electric Vehicle Advocate Chelsea Sexton agrees that electric cars are no longer an idea of the future.
She said they’re the cars with the most class and “cool.”
“They’re cool and they’re fast and they’re fun and the new thing to have,” said Sexton.
Electric cars started slow. The first models were less advanced, but the latest Nissan LEAF and even newer Infiniti LE take going electric to a higher tier.
“It’s quiet and it’s clean. There are so many merits around it,” said Palmer.
“This is no longer if it will happen and maybe. It will happen. This is, it’s happening,” said Sexton.
Nissan has already sold 28,000 LEAFs worldwide. There are so many drivers in San Francisco, for example, that they actually formed a club called the BayLEAFs.
“I’ve been in high technology all my life. I’ve worked for Apple. I’ve worked for Microsoft. I’ve worked on the space shuttle. I’ve done all kinds of crazy things, and the next big thing has always been my passion. EVs are the next big thing,” said BayLEAFs President Gary Lieber.
Lieber signed up to buy a LEAF two years in advance. He and his wife have driven it for a full year now, and they’ve put 14,000 miles on it.
“I got home and it was phew, this was a good idea. And I haven’t looked back since. We love the car,” said Lieber.
There are thousands of LEAF drivers like Lieber in California -- so many that he almost stopped doing the LEAF salute.
“You can’t go anywhere without seeing two or three of them, and it’s kind of like at first everybody is waving at each other. But now there’s so many of them that you sometimes forget that you have to wave to your fellow EVer,” said Lieber.
It’s an electric community that seems here to stay.
“It gives me a real warm feeling that this type of transportation is making such great advances,” said Lieber.
“It’s really nice to see momentum. We have cars on the road. We have cars coming, and we have a lot of enthusiasm and not just by a few EV drivers anymore,” said Sexton.
Courtesy of Nissan Media
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The Nissan Altima – A Look Back at Generations 1 to 4
First Generation (1993-1997)
The name "Altima" originally referred to a trim line of the Nissan Laurel mid-size car sold in Central America and the Caribbean before 1992. In 1993, Nissan discontinued the Stanza line, replacing it with the U.S.-made Altima. The very first Altima rolled off the assembly line in Smyrna, Tenn., in June 1992, as a 1993 model. All Altimas were built in Smyrna until June 2004, when Nissan's Canton, Miss., plant began producing additional Altimas to meet high demand.
Initially, the car's official name was "Stanza Altima." 1993 models can be seen with a sticker reading "Stanza" in small lettering to the left of the ALTIMA emblem on the trunk lid. Though the Stanza name was there more for regulatory compliance than a lack of confidence in renaming the middle vehicle in Nissan's longstanding Sentra-Stanza-Maxima three-sedan lineup, there were concerns at the time about the public's acceptance and ability to pronounce the new Altima name - enough that guidelines were distributed explaining the proper syllable emphasis. The concern was ill-founded, as Altima had an almost immediate impact on the mid-size sedan segment, which at the time was dominated by the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.
All Altima models used Nissan's 150 hp straight-4 DOHC engine mated to a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic. Suspension was composed of struts with stabilizer bars at both ends and was noted for providing sporty, satisfying handling. Trim lines consisted of the entry level XE, mid-line GXE, sporty SE, and luxury GLE.
The base XE (rare) had manual windows. The mid-line GXE had power windows, a power retracting antenna, pass thru rear armrest, digital clock in dash, and color matched plastic speaker grilles for the rear 6-inch speakers. The XE and GXE models only had the fixed intermittent wiper switch.
In addition to the GXE features, the SE had a stiffer suspension, fog lights, 3-leg mount rear spoiler, side skirts and sport seats (plus a standard sunroof in 1994-1995). It also had 4-wheel disc brakes, which came on the other trim lines when antilock brakes were ordered.
The GLE's enhancements included a digital head-up display (1993 and 1994 only), which displayed speed in mph or km/h, turn signals, and various warning lights on a unique mirrored patch made into the windshield. Other features included a coin holder built into the fuse panel cover (1993 and 1994 only), adjustable lumbar support on the front seats, automatic digital climate control, keyless entry with alarm (optional), floor mats, color matched side mirrors, cornering lights, sunroof, and a higher-powered six-speaker cassette/CD stereo which included 6X9 rear speakers with black metal "active speaker" grilles. For 1997 it gave up all of the above in exchange for standard leather (previously optional). All SE and GLE models had alloy wheels and variable intermittent wipers.
The 1993 Altima came with a rosewood colored dash trim and only had a driver's side airbag coupled with automatic shoulder belts. The 1994 Altima gained a darker burl wood dash trim, a flush mount passenger airbag and regular seatbelts. The 1995 model year also brought a new venetian blind-like grille, new taillights (red and clear), and a new 2 leg mount spoiler with a red LED brake light for the SE. Nissan added new wheel covers for base models in 1996. In 1997 the GXE gained a new "Limited Edition" package including alloy wheels, keyless entry, alarm, floor mats, and a Limited Edition sticker on each side near the front wheels. The majority of final-year Altima models were dubbed "1997.5" models, signifying the added crash protection necessary to meet 1997 side-impact standards.
Second Generation 1998- 2001
The second generation Altima followed in 1998 and was produced through the 2001 model year. Once again designed in California and manufactured in Tennessee, it had more power (155 hp by 2000) and a more responsive driving feel. It also offered a much more comfortable interior, a higher quality feel and additional equipment options. For 2001, the first Limited Edition model was introduced, which would become an important part of Altima's value pricing strategy in the years that followed.
The second generation (chassis model L30) was an American market-only version, again styled by Nissan's California design center. A new interior brought a revised glove box and cup holders, a folding back seat (except on XE), and depowered airbags.
While total volume remained identical at 108 cubic feet (3.1 m3), most felt it was distributed better and resulted in a slightly roomier-feeling cabin.
Trim lines were the entry XE, volume-selling GXE, sporty SE, and luxury-trimmed GLE. The SE can be distinguished by its body-color grille, fog lights, rear spoiler, alloy wheels, and white-faced gauges. In this generation of Altima, all GLEs had leather seats standard.
The majority of changes came for the 2000 model year. The engine increased in power from 150 to 155 hp, while it also improved the 0-60 mph time from 8.7 to 8.4 seconds. The Altima grew slightly longer and got a deeper front grille, one-piece headlamps with turn signals, all-red taillights, and plastic trim on the decklid. Side airbags were newly standard on GLE and available on GXE and SE. For 2001, the Altima GXE again gained a Limited Edition package: power driver's seat, keyless entry with alarm and floor mats.
Third Generation 2002-2006
While the first two generations of Altima laid the foundation - and were very successful compared with the previous Nissan Stanza - the third generation really put Altima on the map and customer shopping lists.
It was the first mass-market product built on Nissan's new FF-L platform, which was unique to North America and had no equivalent model in Japan. It was produced in model years 2002 through 2006. This new design had up to 18-inch wheels and was the first Altima series to offer a 3.5-liter V6 in addition to its 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. The Altima grew substantially for this generation, as interior volume expanded to 118.8 cubic feet. The Altima's interior dimensions even surpassed that of the higher-end Maxima, so the 2004 Maxima moved more upscale into the full-size bracket. The new Altima also featured improved handling and more aggressive styling. Reviews were consistently strong by media and consumers alike as the Altima helped lead Nissan's product resurgence in the early part of the new century.
"The concept behind the third generation Altima styling and engineering was simple - stop copying Accord and Camry, as we had been doing, and carve out fresh territory of our own," explained Nissan Sales and Marketing VP, Al Castignetti. "We brought the 2002 Altima to market under the banner of 'The Cure for the Common Sedan,' letting people know that they could continue to blend in with the crowd, or stand out with Altima's more aggressive styling and driver-rewarding performance." With this vehicle, Nissan found its own identity in the mid-size sedan segment, which continues to drive its popularity today.
The 2002 Altima was named "North American Car of the Year," the first Asian nameplate to win the coveted award determined by a panel of 50 independent auto writers from the United States and Canada. It was also named 2002 "Best of the Year" by MotorWeek on PBS. And, for the first time the automotive media deemed that Altima was not only an alternative to the leading mid-size sedans, it was equal to or better than the longstanding sales leaders in the segment.
The 2003-2004 models received two tone dash color, and the 3.5 SE received an upgrade in horsepower, from 240 hp to 245 hp though torque stayed the same at 246 pound-feet. The 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine launched the sedan from 0-60 mph in just 8.6 seconds, more than competitive to those in its class.
For 2005-2006 the Altima received a facelift, including a new front grille, all-red taillights, redesigned interior, and an optional DVD-based navigation system. The V6 was now rated at 250 hp with torque rated at 249 pound-feet, with a 0-60 mph time in just 5.9 seconds utilizing the Xtronic 5-speed transmission. Also new was the SE-R model with a 260 hp and 251 lb ft of torque version of the V6, a 6-speed manual transmission (automatic still optional), upgraded brakes, 18-inch wheels, a sport suspension and a high-flow exhaust. Topspeed.com recorded a 0-60 mph time of 5.7 seconds for the SE-R.
The third-generation Altima was well-received by the press, with many critics praising the new style and extra space, and calling it one of the most powerful and best-handling family sedans available.
Fourth Generation: 2006 - 2012
The fourth generation Nissan Altima was announced at the 2006 New York Auto Show on April 12, 2006. It is the first vehicle to use the smaller Nissan D platform, with a new front and upgraded rear suspension. The wheelbase is 1-inch shorter than the third generation Altima, but interior space is mostly unchanged. The Maxima and Murano also used this new platform starting with the 2009 models.
The 2007 Nissan Altima used revised versions of the engines from the third generation model. The 3.5 L V6 engine produced 270 hp and the 2.5 L straight-4 produced 175 hp. A 6-speed manual was standard, and a continuously variable transmission replaced the traditional automatic as the optional transmission.
The 2007 Altima sported some more recent innovations in the market, including, but not limited to, standard "push-button start" (Called "Intelligent Key"), Bluetooth capability for cell phones, and a parking camera. The dashboard has larger buttons for easy readability and a total of nine cup holders. For 2008, all Altima models received ABS with electronic brake-force distribution.
For the 2010 model year, the Nissan Altima was face lifted with a new front fascia, hood, and headlights, as well as new wheels and interior materials. Electronic stability control, previously only offered as part of an option package on V6 models and unavailable with 4-cylinder engines, was now standard on all Altima trims.
New Coupe and Hybrid Models Join the Lineup
The fourth and current generation Altima design (2007 to present) has far outpaced all of its predecessors, offering more of just about everything - including the addition of a dramatic new Altima Coupe for the 2008 model year. Unlike most coupe models in the class, which merely took their sedan model and removed the rear doors, the Altima Coupe featured unique bodywork from the A-pillar back and was designed inside, out and underneath to offer a more sporty style and performance to match the desires of 2-door Altima buyers.
An Altima Sedan Hybrid was introduced in 2007 and continued through 2011, with availability limited to a small number of states. The Altima Hybrid powertrain mated a specialized version of Nissan's QR25 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine and standard electronically controlled CVT with an advanced electric drive motor/generator. This combination increased fuel economy while maintaining low tailpipe emissions.
In 2012, Altima continues to provide an innovative, standard-setting combination of quality, exhilarating performance, sporty appearance and exceptional value in the mid-size sedan class. Its design is still highly distinctive, and it still offers excellent driving dynamics with competitive fuel economy - all at a great price value. On Tuesday, May 15, 2012, the fifth and most innovative generation of the Nissan Altima will be launched in Smyrna, Tenn. Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate the Altima line with details of this exciting new model!
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Thursday, April 26, 2012
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Nissan to Support Nature Conservancy’s Tennessee Forest Program
Nissan and The Nature Conservancy’s Tennessee Chapter announced a new alliance to promote tree health in Tennessee’s communities and forests. Nissan is supporting The Nature Conservancy’s Tennessee Forest Health Program with a $50,000 grant.
The Nature Conservancy has protected more than 270,000 acres of land in Tennessee, much of it forested. Most often in the past The Nature Conservancy has bought land to protect it, with the vast majority of these forests now open to the public. Recently, The Nature Conservancy has expanded its work in Tennessee’s forests to include restoration of key forests and strategies to combat invasive insect pests that threaten forest health. Nissan’s funding will go toward this work.
“We live in an incredibly beautiful state that is still more than 50 percent forested and boasts the richest variety of plants and animals of any inland state,” said Gina Hancock, State Director for The Nature Conservancy in Tennessee. “We’re grateful to Nissan for joining with us in protecting Tennessee’s rich forests for people and nature.”
“Nissan takes a proactive stance toward addressing environmental challenges, as evidenced by our pursuit of zero-emission leadership through vehicles such as Nissan LEAF,” said Bill Krueger, vice chairman, Nissan Americas. “We’re proud to partner with The Nature Conservancy to address a current challenge threatening the health of trees in Tennessee, supporting an activity that aligns well with our Nissan Green Program environmental action plan.”
The Conservancy is restoring forests across Tennessee at multiple locations and scales. In east Tennessee, at the request of the U.S. Forest Service, the Conservancy is leading local stakeholders in determining restoration goals for the Cherokee National Forest’s North Zone to improve the forest’s health and resilience. Adjacent to the Cherokee National Forest in Johnson County, the Conservancy is restoring forests in Shady Valley to improve the ability of the land to buffer and diminish downstream flooding through restoration of floodplain wetlands and forests.
Counteracting invasive insect pests is another key feature of the Conservancy’s Forest Health Program. Non-native insects and diseases attack our forests, costing Americans more than $2.5 billion each year.
The Conservancy will be empowering communities across the state to identify and thwart outbreaks of forest pests, protecting neighborhood trees as well as reducing the spread of these pests into our forested lands. In one key initiative, the Conservancy leads the Tennessee Hemlock Conservation Partnership, a group of state and federal agencies that have joined forces to save hemlocks on 58,000 acres of public park lands on the Cumberland Plateau from the deadly hemlock woolly adelgid insect. The invasive insects can kill a hemlock tree in as little as three years, and they reproduce prolifically.
The Conservancy is also developing outreach materials and training for communities that are on the frontlines of the hemlock infestation. The Conservancy will be showing communities how to incorporate early pest detection and treatment into their tree-care programs. Going forward, the Conservancy will also be developing outreach to counteract other destructive forest pests.
Courtesy of Nissan Media
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Buy 3 tires and we'll sell you the 4th for only $1!
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Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Video: Nissan's innovative, experimental Le Mans project - the Nissan DeltaWing
This is the first in a series of 'behind-the-scenes' films that charts the development of the car and the ground-breaking technology with which Nissan aims to revolutionize motorsport.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
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2013 Nissan Altima Debut Heralds Class-Leading 38 MPG
The all-new 2013 Nissan Altima made its world debut at the New York International Auto Show to a standing room only crowd of media during opening press day. Soon, headlines would feature news of Nissan's stylish, innovative new vehicle offering class-leading fuel efficiency as a stand-out among the crowded and competitive mid-size sedan segment.
"This new Altima builds on the fundamental reputation earned over four generations for quality and reliability -- and adds class-leading levels of value, innovation, dynamic performance and premium style," said Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn.
Among the 2013 Altima's many attributes are a targeted best-in-segment fuel economy of 38 mpg highway (2.5-liter engine), new premium exterior styling with a strong presence and excellent aerodynamics, an upscale interior with premium materials, and an outstanding balance of ride comfort, stability and a fun-to-drive demeanor with projected best-level acceleration.
The 2011 calendar year was the sixth consecutive year of market share gains for Nissan in the U.S., with the Altima ranking as the second best-selling car in the U.S. The Altima goes on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide in June at a starting MSRP of $21,500.
Courtesy of Nissan Media
Friday, April 6, 2012
Huge buyback event on April 16th!
Happy Friday! Just letting our fans know that on April 16th we are having a huge BUYBACK EVENT! Trade in your car, truck or SUV and get a newer vehicle! Upside down on your trade? Bad credit? No problem!
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Nissan and Habitat for Humanity
Nissan and Habitat for Humanity are working together to build affordable housing in communities across the country. Your donation can help break the cycle of poverty housing and build long-term financial security for families in need.
Through actively promoting volunteerism and funding home building projects led by Habitat for Humanity, Nissan is committed to making housing affordable in the communities where our employees and customers live. Get involved at http://www.nissanusa.com/habitat-for-humanity/?tool=Home.Habitat_for_Humanity...
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Thursday, March 29, 2012
Statement: Nissan applauds California's $120 million investment for creation of 'electric expressway'
“Nissan applauds California Governor Brown’s clear vision and strong commitment to electric vehicles through the $120 million investment for the creation of the Electric Expressway. California is leading the way in fostering the growth of electric cars, such as the zero-emissions Nissan LEAF. More than 40 percent of the 11,000 LEAFs sold in the United States are on the roads in California. Today’s landmark commitment, which will bring more than 10,000 electric-vehicle charging points to the state, paves the way for widespread adoption of this critical technology.”
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
After 15 months, driver loves life with his electric Nissan LEAF
15 months after buying the very first affordable, mass produced, fully electric car sold in the United States, Olivier Chalouhi of Mountain View, California, still loves his Nissan Leaf.
We've been tracking this French-born entrepreneur since December of 2010, and since then he's logged 15,000 miles cruising around Silicon Valley without a single mechanical problem. Initially, he said he wanted the car to help the environment and reduce dependence on foreign oil. Now, thanks to new rules that allow electric cars to use California's carpool lanes, he says he'd buy a Leaf just for that perk.
"The carpool stickers are saving me a half hour to an hour of commute time every day," he says.
During our most recent visit, it was pouring rain, but the Leaf handled just fine. "It has good traction, it brakes really well."
And as he passes gas stations posting ever-rising prices, Chalouhi knows he's saving money, too.
He charges his car nightly in his garage, a process that takes about 8 hours. That extra juice has raised his electric bill about $60.00 a month, but he pays monthly what many drivers pay weekly for gas.
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Nissan and Habitat for Humanity
Nissan and Habitat for Humanity are working together to build affordable housing in communities across the country. Your donation can help break the cycle of poverty housing and build long-term financial security for families in need.
Through actively promoting volunteerism and funding home building projects led by Habitat for Humanity, Nissan is committed to making housing affordable in the communities where our employees and customers live. 
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Infinity JX: The first luxury vehicle to be built in Tennessee
In the past 30 years of operation, the massive Nissan manufacturing facility in Smyrna, Tenn. has held numerous milestone Job One ceremonies, marking the beginning of production of a new vehicle or a significant model changeover. But this week, the badge on the hood of the vehicle rolling off the assembly line represented something entirely new – the very first Infiniti built at the plant, and the first luxury vehicle ever built in the state of Tennessee.
Among the guests joining the celebration were Nissan Americas Vice Chairman Bill Krueger, Vice President Manufacturing Smyrna – Decherd Susan Brennan, Infiniti Americas Vice President Ben Poore and U.S. Representative Scott DesJarlais. Also attending were Smyrna employees, with others watching a live broadcast. “We are extremely honored to be building this world-class vehicle, right here in Middle Tennessee,” said Brennan. “We expect the inspired design and quality craftsmanship built into every new Infiniti that rolls off the production line in Smyrna will deliver inspired performance that is second to none.” The all-new 2013 Infiniti JX is scheduled to go on sale at Infiniti retailers nationwide in late March. “In JX, we have created the next great luxury family vehicle – one with seductive design, sophisticated craftsmanship, a roomy interior, innovations that make life more efficient, and advanced safety features,” added Poore. “I’m proud to say it’s built right here in Tennessee!”
Courtesy of Nissan Media
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Nissan's Social Media Strategy: Hire "Nobodies"
The auto industry will spend $1.2 billion this year on social media advertising. With all that cash up for grabs, one might expect car makers to turn to Facebook and Twitter heavyweights Ashton Kutcher or Justin Bieber for their online marketing. But not Nissan. To launch its new line of Juke cars in the U.S., the Japanese auto company is entrusting its brand, in the words of one rep, to "virtual nobodies...two relatively unknown men with zero celebrity status."
The "virtual nobodies" are Jason Sadler and Evan White, the duo behind social media service I Wear Your Shirt, a marketing company that can be rented on a daily basis to promote brands on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. The pair will wear whatever apparel the sponsor chooses, acting as human billboards. As odd as that sounds, I Wear Your Shirt has attracted big names such as Doritos and Zappos, and the pair's shirt availability is sold out through 2011.
Nissan is the biggest brand yet to hire the pair, and they're not only renting their chest space. This week, Sadler and White are driving around the only two Nissan Jukes currently available in the U.S, and recording their experience through social media.
"It's so different than traditional advertising, like going to auto shows or getting bloggers to do reviews on the cars," says Sadler, the company's founder. "We are real people and real customers. Let us actually get in the car and tell people what's cool."
Sadler and White will spend the week promoting the car with Facebook posts about the car, tweets about the experience, and funny antics in and around the car for YouTube videos. The idea is to create what Sadler calls "grassroots content," which will resonate with the company's strong social media following. And the cost for Nissan? Around $1,000. Technically, they're just paying for shirt space.
"It costs them almost nothing," says Sadler. "We have an audience up to around 50,000 daily. If we have just one person buy a car, the ROI on that is tremendous."
In other words, I Wear Your Shirt offers a counter balance to celebrities who want to charge a few thousand dollars for a handful of tweets -- and to Twitter itself, which is charging $100,000 for promoted Tweets. While Ashton Kutcher and Kim Kardashian might have more followers than I Wear Your Shirt, the costs for purchasing sponsorship may outweigh the benefits of a Facebook post or Twitpic.
"Social media is still so new," Sadler says. "You might spend a ton of money for someone with a ton of followers or fans, and then get absolutely nothing--it may just be a flash in the pan. You'll realize that you dropped $100,000 on something that doesn't last, and just gets lost in the mix. Nissan is not really taking that chance, because it's not costing them much at all."
Courtesy of Mansueto Ventues LLC
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Monday, February 13, 2012
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Nissan Facebook Fans Invited to Participate in “Project 370Z”
Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today launched a social media-directed Nissan 370Z build-up called “Project 370Z” at the Chicago Auto Show – where the upcoming 2013 Nissan 370Z is also being previewed. The goal of the project is to utilize the passion and knowledge of Nissan Z® fans online to help direct the creation of a unique, one-off Nissan 370Z utilizing readily available aftermarket parts and accessories. Fans will vote on potential modifications and follow along with the progress online through facebook.com/nissanperformance.
“Car companies build project vehicles all the time, but we thought it’d be interesting to harness the power of social media to reach out to Z® enthusiasts – the people who are doing this to their own cars everyday,” said Jon Brancheau, vice president, Nissan Marketing, NNA. “Together we’ll create a vehicle that expands on the already outstanding performance and style of the Nissan 370Z with a balance of street and track ready modifications. Then we’ll share the finished project at upcoming Z® car enthusiast gatherings around the country.” Project 370Z will be built in several phases – power, handling/brakes, interior and exterior. Fan Likes, Comments and Wall Posts will be reviewed over the course of each voting session and the part or accessory with the most fan support will be chosen for the build. For example, in the initial Power Phase, fans might vote between a turbocharger or supercharger for the factory 3.7-liter V6. Phase 2 may include suspension and braking system, since the finished vehicle is expected to see substantial track time. Fans will take part and share in every aspect right up until the final design is revealed at its planned debut set for late May at the annual “ZDayZ” event. ZDayZ is an annual Z® car enthusiast gathering that takes place in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee. Each year the event draws hundreds of Nissan Z®, GT-R and other Nissan performance car enthusiasts from all over North America. This year's ZDayZ will be held on May 17-20. Attendees will participate in a car show, exhaust sound-off, dyno competition, group dinners and multiple group drives – including runs on ”The Tail of the Dragon,” which has 318 curves over an 11-mile stretch of scenic Tennessee mountain highway. “We’re excited to see how this group-sourced Z® will come out and how it will perform on both the street and track,” said Brancheau. “Social media has become a powerful communications tool and a great way for us to stay connected with our tremendous fan base. Immediacy, like social media itself, is another benefit of Project 370Z – which will be built from start to finish in less than four months.” In addition to its debut at ZDayZ, Project 370Z will be shown at other enthusiast events such as ZCON 2012 and the 2012 SEMA show. The finished 370Z will also be made available for testing by leading enthusiast publications, forums and blogs. The 2013 Nissan 370Z, which goes on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide in June 2012, features a number of enhancements – including a revised front fascia with vertical LED daytime running lights.
Courtesy of Nissan Media
Monday, February 6, 2012
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
HUGE USED CAR RED TAG EVENT!
We have sold a record amount of new cars! Because of this, we have taken many nice, well-maintained used cars like this 2005 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast as trade-ins. We need to move them!
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Nissan becomes co-title sponsor of Radioshack Nissan Trek Professional Cycling Team
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Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced an agreement with Leopard SA and CSE Pro Cycling, LLC to become co-title sponsor of the professional cycling team that will be racing globally as part of the World Tour.
RADIOSHACK NISSAN TREK consists of 30 professional riders from around the world, including Andy and Fränk Schleck, Fabian Cancellara, Andreas Kloden, plus Americans Chris Horner, Matthew Busche and Ben King. The team will compete in an extensive schedule of professional cycling races worldwide in 2012, including the Tour de France, the Tour of California and the USA Pro Cycling Challenge in Colorado. “We built a solid foundation for Nissan through our cycling partnership with the team the past two seasons and are ready to take it to the next level now as one of the title sponsors of RADIOSHACK NISSAN TREK,” said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Nissan North America. “Our promotional activities tied to major cycling events such as the Tour of California and the Tour de France allows us to connect with millions of fans around the world. We plan to use these events to launch many exciting products here in the United States and around the globe in 2012.” Nissan enjoys a strong presence in the health, wellness and personal fitness arena with partnerships with the Boston Marathon and New York Marathon, as well as the Country Music Marathon in Nashville, TN, where Nissan’s North American headquarters is located. Nissan also plans to actively support the RADIOSHACK NISSAN TREK pro cycling team at the Tour of California, Tour of Colorado, Tour de France and other major Pro Cycling events around the globe. The company views the partnership as a way to connect with the more than 22 million cyclists in the United States and over 40 million cycling fans that attended live events around the world in 2012. "We're very excited to have Nissan increase their support of our team. Team vehicles and new innovations play a key role in the success of any professional cycling team and we look forward to using Nissan products as we race around the world,” said Chris Horner. “We know that Nissan has some exciting product launches on the horizon and we look forward to an excellent partnership with our Nissan friends for 2012." “The 2011 season was filled with many great wins and we look forward to even more success in the coming season. RADIOSHACK NISSAN TREK has built a formidable group of talented riders that will be in the running to win from the spring classics right through the grand tours. We are thrilled to have the team continue to use the Nissan lineup of innovative vehicles as they compete on the world stage,” added Carolin.
Courtesy of Nissan Media
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
The Nissan LEAF proves slick in snowy test drives in Northern Japan
Auto journalists put the all-electric Nissan LEAF through its paces on three powdery test courses in Shibetsu, Hokkaido, this week, in the freezing temperatures of northern Japan.
Some 230 meters above sea level, media gathered to assess the LEAF’s driving performance and handling in extreme weather conditions, icing any concerns that wintry weather could drastically reduce battery performance. Chief Vehicle Engineer Hidetoshi Kadota said that despite a reading of minus 9 degrees Celsius (15.8 degrees Fahrenheit) outside, the LEAF battery stayed between 5 and 10 degrees Celsius (41 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit). In the more extreme cold of Canada and Norway, a battery-warming system can keep the LEAF primed to charge at normal capacity, the same as outside temperatures of around 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit). Kadota has shared energy and range-saving tips with Hokkaido’s 350 LEAF owners, advising that pre-warming the EV cabin for a drive makes for good energy management. But for the over 60 journalists taking part in the cold-weather LEAF tests, it was all about performance. “I feel that the LEAF has been developed well, and incorporating the merits of the EV have made the car’s characteristics more generous to drivers. For example, when the driver steps on the accelerator pedal or corners, the LEAF is expressing a gentleness unique to the EV,” said Yasuo Kusakabe, chairman of the Automobile Journalists Association of Japan. Some of the LEAF’s unique advantages in winter conditions, says Kusakabe, include Vehicle Dynamic Control, which monitors driver input and vehicle function. And the LEAF’s balanced weight distribution — due to a centrally-positioned battery and a light front-forward motor compared with conventional gas-powered cars — also helps, says Nissan Technical Meister Hiroyoshi Kato. “The footwork of the LEAF is smooth and nimble because the heavy components, such as batteries, are mounted under the floor, and the center of gravity is low and in the middle. Such vehicle motion is emphasized on snow. As you may have seen, a car can easily slip or drift on snow or ice,” said Kato. “As for the LEAF, the changing attitude of the car — the start of slipping, etc. — is very smooth and easy to control compared to conventional FR (front engine/rear drive) or FF (front engine/front drive) vehicles. I believe those may be some of the positive surprises for participants.” Such features proved key on the slippery slopes of country roads and the quick turns of the pylon slalom. Journalist and racecar driver Takayuki Kinoshita says LEAF proved it’s the one for the road. “I think EVs, like the LEAF, will expand in the future. If EVs can only be usable in certain limited conditions, they will not grow. But I was highly impressed by the key message here, that the LEAF can drive normally in hot or cold weather throughout the world.” Whether it’s the snowy slopes of Shibetsu or the hot highways of Honolulu, more than 22,000 LEAFs are now making tracks on global roads. And while temperatures may be extreme, the LEAF proves that it can keep its cool.
Courtesy of NIssan Media
Monday, January 23, 2012
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Nissan social media growth & engagement outpaces industry competition!
– Nissan Named One of Top Brands on Twitter for 2011; Surpasses 500,000 Facebook Fans –
Celebrating success on the brand’s social media channels, Nissan North America recognized how important tools like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube have become to build brand loyalty, engage directly with consumers and generate website click-throughs. Nissan credits the recent achievements for being responsive to the communities and offering what they’ve wanted: car enthusiasm and exclusive access inside the brand.
Top Brand on TwitterAs reported in Mashable last week, Nissan ranked #8 on list of Top 15 Brands on Twitter for 2011 as indexed by HootSuite². The recognition aligns the company, the only in the automotive industry on the list, with top social media players including Twitter itself, Apple and Nike. Nissan currently converses with more than 75,000 Twitter followers combined, across accounts for the brand @NissanNews and vehicle models @NissanVersa, @NissanJuke, @NissanQuest and @NissanLEAF. “Nissan is proud to be earning recognition among such recognized leaders in the space,” said Jon Brancheau, vice president, Marketing, Nissan North America, Inc. “We look forward to using this momentum to lead our new product launch efforts in the months to come.” Facebook Community Exceeds 500,000
Nissan proudly crossed the threshold into a half million likes on the brand’s Facebook page at Facebook.com/Nissan. The growth, predominantly organic, took a jump with the all-new Pathfinder Concept revealed on the Facebook page in series of videos during the North American International Auto Show. Among closest industry competitors, Nissan leads in Facebook page growth over past three months by more than 10 percent³. More importantly for the brand, Nissan also leads in the interactions per fan, clearly fostering an engaged community. “It is not just about the most number of fans for us,” said Erich Marx, Director of Social Media and Interactive Media. “While we hope to continue our growth, we are more interested in the engagement; the interactions the fans have with the content we share. We want to use social media in one of the best ways possible: a two-way communication with potential and current customers.” Among those customers, Nissan recognized the importance of this social media channel within the Hispanic community and launched a Spanish-language Facebook page to connect with the Latino community at Facebook.com/NissanEspanol. Nissan also manages active Facebook communities for individual models including: LEAF, Altima, cube, JUKE, Quest, Versa and Nissan Performance (including Z and GT-R). YouTube Surpasses 10 Million Views
The YouTube.com/NissanUSA channel also celebrated a numeric milestone with ten million views. Although newer on the channel compared to competitors, Nissan has earned more views in a shorter amount of time which the brand attributes to the content, media focus, search strategy and strategy of integrating the same video content on NissanUSA.com website and Facebook pages. Launched Google+ Presence
While Facebook, Twitter and YouTube continue to drive most-active users in the social sphere, Nissan also launched a Google+ channel to participate on the new channel. Nissan is testing what different types of content the audience wants and expects on Google+, such as introducing a moving GIF image with the iconic GT-R. Nissan North America founded a dedicated social media presence in fall 2009, enjoying solid growth by mainly organic means due to devoted fans. Nissan North America is supported by Omnicom Agencies Zócalo Group, TBWA/Chiat Day and Team Ignition for social media support.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Nissan Pathfinder Concept Meets Changing Customer Needs for Enhanced Style, Comfort and Fuel Economy
In 1986, when the Nissan Pathfinder first appeared, it quickly revolutionized the sport utility vehicle segment. Offering previously unavailable features such as ample cargo room and a comfortable on-road ride, along with authentic off-road adventure performance, it immediately set a new standard in the emerging SUV class. Now 27 years and 1.2 million-plus Pathfinder sales later, a new dimension is about to be added to the popular nameplate with highly evolved, aerodynamic styling – previewed in the stylish Nissan Pathfinder Concept.
“If there is one constant among the first quarter century-plus of Pathfinder’s existence, it has been its ability to innovate, with each generation evolving to meet the changing needs of the customer,” said Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division, Nissan North America, Inc. “With the upcoming, fourth-generation model, we’re about to re-invent Pathfinder again. We’ve created a vehicle with an extraordinary balance of SUV capability, thoughtful technology and premium comfort to lead the segment once again – and help owners accomplish more in the real world, not just off-road.”
Courtesy of Nissan Media
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