by Nissan in the News on March 10, 2010
Just unveiled minutes ago at the annual NTEA Work Truck Show Show in St Louis, the all-new NV Commercial Vehicle lineup marks Nissan’s first giant leap into the commercial vehicle market in North America.
The Nissan NV, a commercial van, will become available this fall. There will be three initially models when it goes on sale, including the NV1500, NV2500 HD and NV3500 HD. These models will also feature two roof configurations including a “High Roof” option for customers that need to carry taller loads. The High Roof option is a first of any van built with a rugged body-on-frame construction. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on March 5, 2010
By the end of 2010, the all-new zero-emissions Nissan Leaf will begin arriving in showrooms. By 2012 its global production is expectws to reach a staggering 500,000 units. Although there is still plenty of demand for hybrid vehicles such as the Toyota Prius and the Honda Insight, not to mention plenty of buzz for the upcoming Chevy Volt, the Nissan Leaf will be the first and only mass produced all-electric vehicle when it finally goes on sale.
“Frankly, I mean, so far there is no competition,” Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn told a group of reporters at the Geneva Auto Show. “Let’s be serious. It’s not because someone is coming with a prototype and one car that this is competition. The question is how much capacity are you building.”
The sheer scope of the Leaf’s production is part of what makes this a truly incredible vehicle. This is not merely a prototype, nor small scale test vehicle. Although other automakers are working on bringing electric vehicles to the masses, including a similar Leaf competitor from Mitsubishi, only Nissan will give tens of thousands of consumers the ability to own a true EV in less than a year. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on March 2, 2010
Today was the unveiling of the all-new fourth-generation Nissan Micra. A global subcompact destined for sale in over 160 countries, the Micra will make its way to the U.S. as well.
Powering the 2011 Nissan Micra is a standard 80 horsepower three cylinder engine. A more powerful 98 horsepower unit will also be available. The specs of the U.S.-bound Micra are not yet known so the three cylinder engine lineup may not become available here. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on February 28, 2010
Some cars and automotive technologies of the past have withstood the test of time and become synonymous with pushing the automotive industry forward. Unfortunately, some noble efforts to create a vehicle that consumers would desire didn’t quite make the cut and have proved to be more of a leap backwards rather than a step forward. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on February 25, 2010
With car buyers in the U.S. regularly downsizing, we’re already seeing more all-new small cars heading to the North American market. Cars such as the Ford Fiesta and Toyota iQ are just the beginning as there is even a chance we may also see a new global minicar from Nissan.
Based on the all-new Nissan March/Micra which is due to be unveiled next week at the Geneva Motor Show, this new microcar is expected to be somewhat conservative in its styling. It was developed jointly by teams in Europe and Japan and its initial launch will be in Thailand in March. Europe will be the next in line to receive the car this fall. The new Micra will also be launched in the fast-growing Chinese auto market. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on February 25, 2010
Nissan is looking to go head-to-head with Detroit as the Japanese automaker prepares to launch its North American commercial vehicle business unit with the unveiling of its first dedicated commercial vehicle. The new vehicle is scheduled to make its debut on March 10th at the National Truck Equipment Association’s (NTEA) annual Work Truck Show in St. Louis.
Nissan’s entrance into the commercial vehicle segment is remarkable considering the tough competition the brand will have to face. Commercial vehicle buyers have never seen a dedicated Nissan commercial product, which puts the pressure on Nissan and its dealers to deliver the ultimate product and experience. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on February 18, 2010
If you’re in need of a four-door work truck that boasts incredible bed size, towing capacity, and roomy interior accommodations, the 2010 Nissan Titan may be what you’re after. As one of only two full-size import pickup trucks available, the Nissan Titan has tough competition from segment mainstays like the Chevrolet Silverado and Ford F-Series. But the Titan holds its own, thanks to innovative features and distinctive style.
Despite the fact that it sits atop a rugged and powerful chassis, the Nissan Titan delivers a relatively smooth ride that won’t jolt passenger and cargo. In addition to smoothness and crisp handling, the Titan’s 5.6-liter 315-horsepower V8 engine provides rapid acceleration, and also make it possible to tow up to 9,500 lbs. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on February 17, 2010
Nissan this week released details of how consumers can get in line to claim their own Leaf electric vehicle. But side from car buyers getting behind the wheel the Leaf, this new EV will soon be available to rent under a new joint partnership between Nissan and Hertz.
Hertz is the world’s largest car rental brand, and it will bring the ultra green Nissan Leaf to car rental customers in the US and in Europe in early 2011. Although many details have yet to be announced, the Leaf will be available only at select Hertz rental locations. It’s likely that the Leaf will be offered in the same markets where Nissan is currently working with Ecotality and others to develop a public charging infrastructure. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on February 15, 2010
The 2010 Nissan Leaf has just wrapped up a three month tour of 24 cities across the country. Now that many consumers and members of the media have had an opportunity to get acquainted with this all-new electric vehicle, Nissan announced that they will begin accepting firm orders for the car in August.
For those interested in getting more information on the Leaf, login to the Nissan USA website. Anyone that registers for info will be among the first to be able to order a Leaf, with a fully refundable $100 reservations fee. This reservation process will begin in April, followed by firm reservations in August. Deliveries of the Nissan Leaf will begin in December of this year. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on February 12, 2010
As amazing at it seems, it’s been a full four decades since Datsun introduced the 240Z. Although prone to rust, and packing all of 151 hp, the car was a breakthrough vehicle that changed a lot of people’s minds about what a Japanese product could offer.
(For those who weren’t around back then, Nissan exported its cars under the “Datsun” brand name until the mid-1980s for a variety of internal reasons.)
Now, to commemorate the birth of that first Z car, Nissan is launching the aptly named Nissan 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition. The emphasis here is on a smooth blend of high-performance and high style, and it all starts with a 370Z Sport model. [click to continue…]
