News By Topic: Nissan

Nissan North America Announces Pricing Increases on 2006 Nissan and Infiniti Models

Jan 2, 2006

GARDENA, Calif. (Dec. 30, 2005) - Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced price increases on most 2006 Nissan and Infiniti models, effective January 5, 2006. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) increases represent a weighted average increase of 0.5 percent. Individual MSRP increases for Niss ... Continue reading

AIADA International Nameplate Vehicle Manufacturer Highlights from 2005

Dec 28, 2005

International Nameplate Highlights from 2005 By Frank Giovinazzi, Contributing Editor AIADA AIADA As 2005 draws to a close, and new goals are being set for the new year, it’s a great time to remember how far International nameplates have come in the last 12 months. Fantastic sales figures come to mind first, as I ... Continue reading

Nissan Develops and Shows "Kids in the Area" Warning System - Will Save Kids Lives

Dec 23, 2005

Expanded IC Tag Child Protection Service Developed -- New service alerts drivers to presence of children in vicinity -- TOKYO (Nov. 2005) -- NTT DATA Corporation, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., its communications Inc., Tokyu Security Co., Ltd., and TRENDY Corporation today announced that they have developed an expanded IC tag ... Continue reading

Nissan Intros Self Repairing Paint - Pretty Cool!

Dec 23, 2005

NISSAN DEVELOPS WORLD'S FIRST CLEAR PAINTTHAT REPAIRS SCRATCHES ON CAR SURFACES TOKYO (Dec. 2, 2005)-- Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., has developed the world’s first clear paint that repairs scratches on painted car surfaces, including scratches from car-washing machines, off-road driving and fingernails. “Scratch ... Continue reading

Nissan Worldwide Production November 2005

Dec 23, 2005

December 22, 2005 NISSAN PRODUCTION, SALES, AND EXPORT RESULTS FOR NOVEMBER 2005 TOKYO (Dec. 22, 2005)--Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today announced production, sales and export results for November. 1. Production Global production rose 7.0% in November, compared with the same month a year ago, to 294,915 units amid rising ... Continue reading

Nissan Releases New Bluebird Sylphy Sedan

Dec 22, 2005

NISSAN RELEASES NEW BLUEBIRD SYLPHY SEDAN --Autech releases Axis version-- TOKYO (Dec. 21, 2005)--Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today began sales of the all-new Bluebird Sylphy at dealers throughout Japan. The 2006 Bluebird Sylphy 20M with option package SHIFT_elegance We put today's adult woman in the driver's seat to produ ... Continue reading

Nissan invites Chinese dealers to sell Infiniti cars

Dec 20, 2005

BEIJING December 20, 2005; Japan Today reported that Nissan Motor Co on Monday began inviting car dealers in China to sell cars under the Infiniti line in its first step to launch the luxury brand there, the company said. Chinese retail outlets are expected to begin doing so by the end of 2007, it added. The major Japa ... Continue reading

Who's Winning among African American Customers?, Asks Strategic Vision

Dec 20, 2005

SAN DIEGO--Dec. 19, 2005--Are certain new vehicles addressing cultural distinctions, and why are Nissan product ratings high among African American new car buyers? Pride and individuality are key aspects. Certainly building well designed, capable and quality vehicles--at the most discounted price--sells, but it doesn't ... Continue reading

Nissan in Japan Stars Online Repair Shop Time Slots

Dec 19, 2005

TOKYO December 18, 2005; Japan Today reported that Nissan Motor Co said Friday it will introduce in January a company-wide online inquiry system enabling sales staff to make reservations at Nissan's repair garages for customers — either via computers or mobile phones. The "i-Port" system will free the staff from ... Continue reading

Amicus Wins Compensation for Nissan Employee

Dec 16, 2005

LONDON, December 16 -- Amicus Britain's biggest private sector union has secured compensation for a Nissan employee who suffered an injury while working at the car plant. Mr. Gregg was injured on the 18th March 2003 during the course of his work as a Manufacturing Operative employed by Nissan in Washington. He was atte ... Continue reading

Nissan VQ Engine Makes Ward's 10-Best Engines List for 2006

Dec 16, 2005

DETROIT--Dec. 16, 2005--The Nissan 3.5-liter VQ V6 engine has been named to the annual Ward's 10-Best Engines list for the 12th straight year by Ward's Communications, Inc. It is the only engine that has been part of the list every year the award has been presented. The versatile VQ powerplant is offered in a variety o ... Continue reading

Nissan URGE Concept Revealed

Dec 14, 2005

LaJolla Ca. December 14, 2005; Set to make its world debut in early January 2006 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit is the dynamic Nissan URGE concept. A pure, powerful sports car with motorcycle-inspired styling, the rear-wheel drive URGE features a quick, high-revving, small-displacement engine, ... Continue reading

Nissan to Open 100 Light Commercial Vehicle Shops across Japan

Dec 14, 2005

Tokyo (JCN) Dec 12, 2005 - Nissan Motor announced plans today to open about 100 specialized light commercial vehicle shops at dealerships throughout Japan by the end of 2007 as part of its efforts to strengthen sales of such vehicles. "Commercial vehicle buyers, whether business individuals or companies, have very spec ... Continue reading

Nissan Donates Autographed CORR Driving Suit to eBay Auction -- Proceeds Benefit Operation Homefront

Dec 14, 2005

GARDENA, Calif.--Dec. 13, 2005--Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced that it is donating an autographed driving suit worn by international racer Boris Said to an auction conducted on eBay(R), with all of the proceeds going to Operation Homefront, a San Diego, Calif.-based charity that helps support families ... Continue reading

Edmunds.com Offers Free Video Podcasts on iTunes

Dec 13, 2005

SANTA MONICA, Calif.--Dec. 13, 2005--Edmunds.com, the Internet's premiere resource for automotive information, announced today that 21 of its automotive videos are now offered as free podcasts on Apple's iTunes(R) Music Store. Edmunds.com also announced that Nissan became its first ever podcast advertiser, developing a ... Continue reading