by Nissan in the News on June 11, 2010
It was a ground-breaking story in more ways than one: Representatives from Nissan, as well as state and local dignitaries, were on hand recently in Smyrna, Tenn., to celebrate the start of construction for a unique new facility: a plant that will build the advanced lithium-ion batteries needed to power the Nissan Leaf electric vehicle. Combined with the nearby assembly line that will produce the car itself, the new manufacturing site will help bring up to 1,300 new jobs to the Smyrna area—and usher in a whole new era of driving.
That’s because the Leaf is a whole new kind of car. With a 24kWh battery pack under the floor—to allow for optimum passenger and cargo space—the Leaf will offer up to 100 miles of all-electric, no-gasoline-needed driving, at speeds of up to 90 mph. That kind of real-world practicality is a hallmark of Nissan’s zero-emissions vehicle, and it’s something that also shows up in the car’s charging capabilities. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on May 26, 2010
If you ask Nissan CEO Carols Ghosn, size does matter. At an event yesterday at the Detroit Economic Club, the chief executive says that survival in the industry at the moment boils down to size. With rising costs abound, an automaker must be big enough to compete everywhere and in every segment.
One of the areas where automakers must “go big” in is technology. Ghosn stressed that every brand must be capable of developing gasoline, diesel, hybrid and electric-vehicle technology all concurrently in order to remain competitive. No brand can predict the future and determine which one technology will reign supreme, making it crucial for automakers to be involved in all areas. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on May 25, 2010
Nissan has just sold out of orders for the all-new Nissan Leaf electric vehicle. The strong demand for the compact EV was unanticipated and bodes well for the Leaf as well as for the overall demand of EVs.
The U.S. market has already garnered 13,000 orders of the Leaf, which accounts for the entire U.S. allocation for the EV. The Leaf is slated to arrive this December. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on May 20, 2010
Thanks to a combination of strong governmental support for reducing auto emissions and a high level of customer interest, Nissan has selected the state of Hawaii to become one of the initial launch markets for the revolutionary Nissan Leaf electric vehicle.
Said Brian Carolin, Nissan North America’s senior vice president for sales and marketing, “Nissan is looking forward to bringing the all-electric Nissan Leaf to the people of Hawaii. Through its work in fostering zero-emissions mobility throughout the state, Hawaii is demonstrating that it is EV-ready.” [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on May 19, 2010
Although pricing for the upcoming Nissan Leaf remains competitive, Nissan fears that the price point will eventually change. Currently, government incentives help bring the cost of the vehicle down, but there’s no guarantee that those sales subsidies will be offered indefinitely.
Many of the current subsidies have an expiration date, after which time the consumer would be left to pay the full price of the vehicle. The new Leaf is priced from $32,780 in the U.S., but with federal tax credit that price would be reduced to $25,580. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on May 18, 2010
When the Nissan GT-R was launched, it was able to keep pace with the Porsche 911 Turbo. Now it seems that Nissan intends to maintain that claim.
Like the recently updated 911 Turbo, the 2012 GT-R is likely to receive updated brakes, suspension, and exterior modifications for improved aerodynamics. But perhaps the biggest change will be under the hood, as the GT-R’s 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 may soon provide well over 500 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on May 14, 2010
If you’re tired of the average rental car on business trips and vacations, and would rather rent a vehicle that’s truly unique as well as eco-friendly, Hertz may have what you’re looking for. Beginning in 2011, Hertz will begin renting the all-new Nissan Leaf in both Europe and the United States.
By the time the Leaf reaches Hertz, it will of course be available for sale in some markets, but it won’t yet be available everywhere. Therefore, expect the Leaf to be available for rent first in California and Hawaii before it becomes available at Hertz locations nationwide. Hertz also confirmed that the Nissan Leaf will be available at select Connect by Hertz car-sharing locations. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on May 13, 2010
A number of automakers have recently forecasted increased profits for this year and this includes Nissan. Thanks to growing demand in North American, not to mention success in China and other markets, Nissan is anticipating growing sales and increased income.
In April, Nissan’s U.S. sales increased by a staggering 35%, marking the sixth straight month of growth for the automaker. This recent success has also helped Nissan increase its U.S. market share to 9%. [click to continue…]
by jburney on May 5, 2010
Nissan redesigned and reengineered the Murano for 2009, and 2010 looks to be just a promising for the SUV. Competing with the GMC Terrain, Ford Edge, Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander, the 2010 Nissan Murano is a viable option competing head to head with its competitors, but one thing alone sets it above the rest. It’s a Nissan. [click to continue…]
by Nissan in the News on May 3, 2010
Advanced automotive technologies, such as the technology behind the new generation of electric vehicles, are costly to consumers as well as the manufactures. But Nissan is so confident in the success of its upcoming Leaf EV that by the end of this year Nissan expects to make money on the small five-door car.
Nissan is basing its optimistic outlook on the 25,000 orders for the Leaf that are expected to be placed by the end of 2010 in the U.S. lone. Meanwhile, other markets such as Japan are also on track to hit their order targets as well. [click to continue…]
