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Nissan today announced U.S. pricing for the 2017 TITAN King Cab and TITAN XD King Cab models, which are on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide. The new King Cab body configuration is available in half-ton and XD versions with a standard 6.5-foot bed length. It is offered in 4x4 and 4x2 drive and three grade levels – S, SV and PRO-4X (4x4 only). The new King Cab is marked by its available 6-person seating, wide-opening rear doors and available first-in-segment3 "rear seat delete" option ideal for commercial use with its flat floor and secure in-cab storage space. more The new King Cab joins the previously available Crew Cab and Single Cab body styles, which along with a choice of 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 engine or powerful Cummins® 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel gives Nissan's full-size pickup the widest model lineup ever. The new King Cab, like all 2017 TITAN and TITAN XD models, is covered by Nissan's "America's Best Truck Warranty"2 – featuring bumper-to-bumper coverage of 5 years/100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Vehicles covered by the new warranty, which includes basic and powertrain coverage, include both V8 gasoline and diesel powered models. The half-ton TITAN King Cab is offered in 4x4 and 4x2 drive and three grade levels – S, SV and PRO-4X – each equipped with a standard 390-horsepower 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 engine and 7-speed automatic transmission. TITAN King Cab offers an available maximum towing capacity of 9,420 pounds and maximum payload capacity of 1,640 pounds when properly equipped. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) for the 2017 Nissan TITAN King Cab: Note: All models are equipped with a 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 and 7-speed automatic transmission. Destination and handling $1,195. The TITAN XD King Cab similarly is available in 4x4 and 4x2 drive and three grade levels – S, SV and PRO-4X. Two driveline choices are offered with the TITAN XD King Cab: the 390-horsepower 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 engine with 7-speed automatic or powerful Cummins® 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel – rated at 310 horsepower and a hefty 555 lb-ft of torque – matched with a heavy-duty 6-speed Aisin A466ND automatic transmission. TITAN XD King Cab offers an available maximum towing capacity of 12,510 pounds (diesel engine) and maximum payload capacity of 2,710 pounds (gas engine) when properly equipped. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) for the 2017 Nissan TITAN XD King Cab 5.6-liter Endurance® V8: Note: All models are equipped with a 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 and 7-speed automatic transmission. Destination and handling $1,195. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) for the 2017 Nissan TITAN XD King Cab Cummins® 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel: Note: All models are equipped with a Cummins® 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel engine and 6-speed automatic transmission. Destination and handling $1,195. As part of the American TITAN lineup, the new King Cab was developed with core Nissan planning, design, engineering and manufacturing teams contributing from Tennessee, California, Michigan, Arizona and Mississippi. The TITAN and TITAN XD King Cabs are assembled in Canton, Mississippi, with its V8 engines assembled in Decherd, Tennessee and Cummins diesel engines assembled in Columbus, Indiana. The 2017 TITAN half-ton was named " 2017 Pickup Truck of the Year " by Truck Trend magazine. The award represents "a real-world evaluation of pickups as seen through the eyes of truck experts and enthusiasts," according to the magazine. In addition to the Truck Trend 2017 Pickup Truck of the Year title, 2017 TITAN models were recently named " Full-size Truck of Texas," "Commercial Vehicle of Texas" and "Best Value" by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA), and given an " Extreme Off-Road " title by journalists participating in the Active Lifestyle Vehicle Awards (ALV).

On the cusp of the next-generation Nissan LEAF that arrives later this year, we look back at the company's early EV roots During the 1940s' switch to a peacetime economy, around 200 Tachikawa Aircraft employees moved to the newly established Tokyo Electro Automobile Co., Ltd., which embarked on the development of an electric car. One reason for this was the extreme shortage of gasoline at the time. In 1947, the company succeeded in creating a prototype 2-seater truck (500-kg load capacity) with a 4.5-horsepower motor and a new body design. It was named "Tama" after the area where the company was based. Its top speed was 34 km/h (21 mph). Next, the company created its first passenger car. With two doors and seating for four, it boasted a top speed of 35 km/h (22 mph) and a cruising range of 65 km (40 miles) on a single charge. The former aircraft maker employed many unique ideas in the design and construction of the Tama, such as its battery compartments. more The Tama came in passenger car and truck models, and both were available in gasoline and electric versions. In 1948, Tama Junior, a compact passenger car, was born. Then, in 1949, came the Tama Senior, a medium-size passenger car. In 1951, this company merged with Prince Motor, which in 1966 became part of Nissan. The Tama electric car replaceable battery The battery compartment was in the cabin floor of the Tama electric car. There were two such compartments, one on either side. Each battery case was provided with rollers so that used batteries could be quickly exchanged with freshly charged ones. Thanks to such engineering, the Tama took top honors in the performance tests conducted by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry in 1948. 1947 Tama electric car specifications • Overall length/width/height: 3,200/1,270/1,650 • Wheelbase: 2,000 mm • Curb weight: 1,050 kg • Seating capacity: 4 • Cruising range per charge: 65 km (40 miles) • Motor (36V): DC series-wound, rated at 3.3kW (4.5 hp) • Batteries (capacity): Lead-acid battery (40V/162Ah) • Top speed/economical speed: 35 km/h (22 mph)/30 km/h (19 mph)

See all the Genuine Nissan Accessories available for the 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport. Rogue Sport accessories help you personalize in city style. Learn More at: http://www.parts.nissanusa.com. Genuine 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport accessories: Nissan Rogue Sport Chrome Accessories: - Chrome Rear Bumper Protector - http://bit.ly/RogueSportChromeBumper - Chrome Rear Glass Finisher - http://bit.ly/RogueSportRearGlass - Chrome Front Lip Finisher - http://bit.ly/RogueSportFrontLip - Chrome Door Side Sill Strips - http://bit.ly/RogueSportDoorStrip more Nissan Rogue Sport Interior Accessories: - Frameless Rear View Mirror - http://bit.ly/RogueSportFramelessMirror - Nissan WiFi & Apps - http://bit.ly/RogueSportWifi - Dual USB Rapid Charging Ports - http://bit.ly/RogueSportUSB - Interior Accent Lighting - http://bit.ly/RogueSportAccentLighting - All-season Floor Mats - http://bit.ly/RogueSportMats - Rubber Rear Cargo Protector - http://bit.ly/RogueSportCargoProtector - Cargo Net - http://bit.ly/RogueSportNet - Wireless Smartphone Charger Nissan Rogue Sport Exterior Accessories: - 19" Aluminum-alloy Wheels - http://bit.ly/RogueSportAlloyWheels - Splash Guards - http://bit.ly/RogueSportSplashGuard - Roof Rail Crossbars - http://bit.ly/RogueSportCrossBars - External Ground Lighting - http://bit.ly/RogueSportGroundLighting - Illuminated Kick Plates - http://bit.ly/RogueSportKickPlates - LED Fog Lights - http://bit.ly/RogueSportFogLights

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The Nissan 370Z Roadster was named the "Best Performance Roadster" by the Southern Automotive Media Association (SAMA) during the independent media group's annual "Topless in Miami" event. The iconic 370Z was noted for its styling, the ease of its convertible top operation, its quietness and, of course, its performance. More than two dozen vehicles were included in the annual event, in which vehicles are judged in various categories. "Since it returned to the market over a decade ago, the 370Z has been a fine example of what a sports car is all about – comfort, fun, and an exhilarating driving performance in one package," said Jaime Florez, SAMA president. "It is always a popular entry among our members, who have recognized it as best in its class twice in the seven years of competition." more The Nissan 370Z Roadster is offered in a choice of three well-equipped grades: 370Z Roadster, 370Z Roadster Touring and 370Z Roadster Touring Sport. The 370Z Roadster's convertible top features an easy, single-action open-close operation. The interior is completely driver-centric, with its three-layer design grouping items by how a driver sees information, operates the controls and is held in place – so drivers feel completely connected and engaged. Its outstanding performance starts with a 332-horsepower 3.7-liter DOHC V6 engine with Variable Valve Event and Lift Control (VVEL), matched with a choice of electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with Downshift Rev Matching (DRM) and standard paddle shifters or a 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission with available SynchroRev Match®. Responsive handling is provided by a refined 4-wheel independent suspension. The top-of-the-line 370Z Touring Sport Roadster includes Viscous Limited-Slip Differential, SynchroRev Match® (manual transmission only), 19-inch RAYS® super lightweight forged aluminum-alloy wheels and Nissan Sport Brakes.

Nissan today announced that it is making Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) standard on a projected one million vehicles sold in the United States for model year 2018, including seven of the company's most popular models – Rogue/Rogue Sport, Altima, Murano, LEAF, Pathfinder, Maxima and Sentra (except manual transmission-equipped and all NISMO versions). AEB (previously known as Forward Emergency Braking) uses radar technology to monitor a vehicle's proximity to the vehicle ahead, giving the driver audible and visual display warnings to help the driver reduce the vehicle's speed if a potential frontal collision is detected. If the driver fails to respond, the AEB system can apply the brakes, helping the driver to avoid the collision or reduce the speed of impact if it is unavoidable. more According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) data, one-third of all police-reported crashes involve a rear-end collision (2013 study). The NHTSA also reports that systems such as AEB can help reduce injury insurance claims by as much as 35 percent (2015 report). "The big news here is that we're making AEB standard across all grades of our best-selling models," said Michael Bunce, vice president, Product Planning, Nissan North America, Inc. "This increased AEB availability is part of our ongoing commitment to help reduce fatalities while realizing our comprehensive vision of Nissan Intelligent Mobility." The projected 2018 AEB sales are more than double that of previous model years. It will be offered as standard equipment on 2018 Rogue and Rogue Sport, Altima, Murano, LEAF, Pathfinder, Maxima and Sentra (except manual transmission-equipped and all NISMO versions) models, as well as select Armada models.

This summer, Nissan is giving away free fuel at select gas stations in five cities throughout the Northeast to encourage consumers to "Kick Gas" for good and join a growing movement of all-electric vehicle ownership. The promotion demonstrates the freedom of not having to pay for fuel, a feeling that over 100,000 Nissan LEAF owners across the U.S. experience every day. "Nissan pioneered the mass-market EV moment and is steadily building the EV charging infrastructure across the country. We're continuing that tradition by encouraging consumers to "Kick Gas" and adopt an all-electric lifestyle," said Brian Maragno, director, Nissan EV Sales and Marketing. "We're bringing the freedom of fuel-free driving that LEAF owners throughout the world know so well." more The gas station takeover will reach five states throughout the Northeast this summer, including; • Massachusetts • Maryland • New York • Connecticut • New Jersey Consumers will be able to track which gas station Nissan has taken over by following the conversation on Nissan's social media channels and by watching for the #KickGas hashtag. Nissan will surprise locals with free gas three times in each of the five cities. Consumers who receive "fuel freedom" from Nissan are encouraged to join the conversation by posting socially about their experience with Nissan and using the #KickGas hashtag." Nissan is proud to be one of the first automakers dedicated to furthering the adoption of electric vehicles. The 2017 Nissan LEAF offers an EPA-estimated range of 1071 miles, and it's available in dealer showrooms today.

The new 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport™ features camera technology that makes it easy to street park around town. Learn more at: http://www.nissanusa.com/crossovers/r... 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport Parking features: Nissan Around View® Monitor The Around View Monitor is a support technology that assists drivers to park more easily by better understanding the vehicle’s surroundings through a virtual 360º bird’s-eye view from above the vehicle. The Around View Monitor helps the driver visually confirm the vehicle’s position relative to the lines around parking spaces and adjacent objects, allowing the driver to maneuver into parking spots with more ease.

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Nissan's stance on "respecting your elders" just got real. The company put some Brazilian seniors behind the wheel of a GT-R sports car just as their drivers licenses are set to expire for good. Although Brazilian Traffic Code does not lay down a maximum driving age to get or renew a driver's license, people above the age of 65 must pass a physical test every three years – and for some seniors in Brazil, that means their driving days may be behind them. So why not go out when driving one of the fastest production cars in the world? With this emotional milestone in mind, Nissan Brasil presents "The Great Farewell." In this special piece of content, seniors in Brazil take the wheel of a high-performance Nissan GT-R at a racetrack for an experience that's packed with surprises (and smiles) from start to finish.