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Nissan

Nissan is one of the world's fastest-growing automakers with a full product line. The company makes nearly every vehicle sold in the U.S. in its American plants. This page publishes the latest news and breaking stories on Nissan, including its iconic Nissan Leaf battery electric car.

Moscow Models show off the goods for Nissan

By Aaron Turpen on August 28, 2014 - 1:37PM

In Moscow this week, Nissan is all about the models. These beauties attract thousands as Nissan moves more aggressively into this fast-growing European market.

2015 Nissan Frontier and Xterra get price tags

By Aaron Turpen on August 22, 2014 - 4:58PM

The price points for the 2015 Nissan Frontier and the 2015 Xterra remain steady, though some enhancements are forthcoming.

As EV battery prices fall, is greater range or lower cost more important?

By Luke Ottaway on August 20, 2014 - 12:34PM

A new study brings an old topic back to the forefront: how much range is enough, and is it better to use battery advancements to decrease price without improving range or make electric vehicles go further on a charge?

What Would a Nissan Titan NISMO look like?

By Aaron Turpen on August 19, 2014 - 2:28PM

Nissan Titan fans probably don't think of their favorite pickup truck as a race machine, but the latest #NISMOmashup envisions just that idea. Meet the GT-R-inspired Titan NISMO!

Ricardo Sanchez Becomes Latest GT Academy Champ, Headed for NISMO

By Aaron Turpen on August 19, 2014 - 1:54PM

It's every race gamer's dream come true and for Ricardo Sanchez of Mexico, the dream became a reality when he won the Nissan Playstation GT Academy showdown this weekend.

How the EPA determines an electric vehicle’s range - not as simple as it sounds

By Luke Ottaway on August 19, 2014 - 6:42AM

One of the most important factors in the consideration of battery electric vehicles is driving range before the battery is fully discharged. The EPA calculates this number using procedures unique to electric vehicles – here is how it works.

Nearly Half of All Nissan Versa Sales Are Note Models

By Aaron Turpen on August 13, 2014 - 2:23AM

When we asked Nissan for the breakdown of Versa sales, we were surprised to find out that the all-new Versa Note makes up nearly half of those sales figures despite this being its first year on the market.

How the 'Japanese Jeep' became a V8 Supercar

By Aaron Turpen on August 9, 2014 - 5:37PM

The Nissan Patrol, often called the "Japanese Jeep," has deep roots in the offroading culture globally. Now its engine is, of all places, in V8 Supercar racing in Australia.

Versa Note makes KBB Back-to-School List, has lowest price to boot

By Aaron Turpen on August 8, 2014 - 5:36PM

The lowest-priced car on Kalley Blue Book's annual Back-to-School Cars list is the 2014 Nissan Versa Note.

Pricing for 2015 Nissan 370Z announced - NISMO drops, Coupe holds solid

By Aaron Turpen on August 8, 2014 - 4:56PM

Nissan has announced pricing for the 370Z Coupe, NISMO and Roadster models. Fluctuations are up and down and model trim levels expand throughout.

2016 Nissan Titan, 5 Things to Expect

By Tim Esterdahl on August 5, 2014 - 4:21PM

In just a few months, Nissan will unveil an all-new Titan at the 2015 North America International Auto Show in Detroit, MI. Now lead by former Ram truck chief, Nissan is poised to make big waves with a new Titan.

Why a Nissan dealership in Wyoming became LEAF certified

By Aaron Turpen on August 5, 2014 - 12:54AM

When you think "Wyoming," you think "electric cars." Right? Well, maybe you should.

Nissan LEAF sales pummel the market with growth

By Aaron Turpen on August 3, 2014 - 1:47AM

Nissan LEAF sales were up so high, they set more than just another sales record for July, but saw high double-digit percentage growth to boot.

Tough Love shows that even has-been rockers love Nissan's commercial vehicles

By Aaron Turpen on August 3, 2014 - 1:19AM

Bret Michaels becomes the new spokesperson for Nissan commercial vehicle marketing efforts with tongue-in-cheek cover tune.

Win a Nissan in the Keep Summer Rolling Sweepstakes

By Aaron Turpen on August 1, 2014 - 11:49AM

Loyal Nissan owners will already be fans of the Keep Summer Rolling Service Sweepstakes held every year. New owners, here's your chance to win too!

All-electric Infiniti LE with greater range back on track for 2017 production

By Luke Ottaway on July 30, 2014 - 7:41PM

The Infiniti LE has emerged from its slumber in the shadows of the electric vehicle industry where it had been residing for the past year. With an anti-EV former Infiniti boss out of the way, the promising LE has once again been given the green light.

JD Powers loves on the 2014 Nissan Rogue and Quest

By Aaron Turpen on July 29, 2014 - 12:57AM

The latest consumer APEAL survey from J.D. Power gives top spots to the 2014 Nissan Rogue and 2014 Nissan Quest.

Nissan adds 226,000 vehicles to airbag recall list

By Aaron Turpen on July 29, 2014 - 12:35AM

Nissan, like many automakers, is dealing with a complex airbag issue. The company recalls for over half a million cars. See the new list of recalls.

45 Years of The 2015 Nissan 370Z

By Aaron Turpen on July 26, 2014 - 2:25PM

It took 45 years to get the Z-car we have now, with the 2015 Nissan 370Z being the culmination of that evolution to this point. Amazingly, the Z almost never happened.

Nissan GT-R and Ferrari 458 Italia face-off

By Aaron Turpen on July 26, 2014 - 1:06PM

How's this for a day at the office? A day on the track with a 458 prancing pony and a Godzilla, both completely stock. See what a natural V8 and a turbo'd V6 are like side-by-side.

Not surprisingly, Nissan will lose money on first LEAF replacement battery packs

By Luke Ottaway on July 24, 2014 - 11:00PM

Nissan surprised some people when it announced LEAF replacement batteries will cost just $5,499 plus the return of the old pack. The company has now confirmed it is subsidizing the cost to an undisclosed degree.

2014 Altima wins Best Retained Value Award from Edmunds

By Aaron Turpen on July 24, 2014 - 1:43PM

One of the most coveted awards in the automotive industry, especially in the contentious midsize sedan segment, has been taken by the 2014 Nissan Altima.

2014 Versa Note named to KBB Cool Car list

By Aaron Turpen on July 24, 2014 - 1:15PM

Kelley Blue Book has released their "10 Coolest New Cars" list and the 2014 Versa Note has been included. No wonder this car sells so well.

Rumored 200-mile EV confirmed to be on the way for 2016 – but who will make it?

By Luke Ottaway on July 20, 2014 - 11:47PM

The Korean battery maker LG Chem has announced that it will supply the battery for a 200-mile electric vehicle in 2016. Which automaker signed the contract?

Party like it's 1994! Nissan No. 75 300ZX heading to Monterey

By Aaron Turpen on July 20, 2014 - 4:38AM

On the twentieth anniversary of the 300ZX's Le Mans victory, the car will show up to commemorate that by once again showing up on the track.

Datsun on-DO production expands nameplate to Russia

By Aaron Turpen on July 18, 2014 - 4:41PM

The revival of the Datsun name continues as the brand expands into Russia with production beginning on the on-DO family sedan.

Nissan LEAF Autonomous Drive test vehicle

Autonomous Drive coming sooner than you think, Ghosn explains

By Aaron Turpen on July 18, 2014 - 3:28PM

At a press conference in Japan, Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn talked about the company's plans for self-driving vehicles, but the details were far more interesting than the headlines.

Nissan is clearly targeting Chrysler with the 2016 Titan Diesel

By Aaron Turpen on July 16, 2014 - 9:21AM

The 2016 Nissan Titan Diesel, likely to unveil in Detroit this January, is aimed at a specific part of the pickup buying market and shows that Nissan is clearly targeting Chrysler's market share.

Is Nissan's aggressive strategy making other carmakers nervous?

By Aaron Turpen on July 15, 2014 - 3:25PM

Nissan has been quickly gaining market share, building manufacturing capacity, and growing sales. Other automakers, particularly Honda, might be getting nervous.

What to look for in the 2015 Nissan Titan

By Aaron Turpen on July 15, 2014 - 2:27PM

In its last year before a full revamp, here is what you can expect out of a 2015 Nissan Titan pickup truck.

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