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Nissan announced that the 2017 Maxima, Murano, Rogue, TITAN and Versa have been named the top vehicles in their respective segments in AutoPacific's 21st annual Vehicle Satisfaction Awards (VSA), a survey of over 54,000 owners of new 2016 and 2017 cars and light trucks. The five category wins were more than any other automotive manufacturer. Murano won its category for the third straight year, while Rogue and Maxima became two-time award recipients. TITAN and Versa won for the first time. more The VSA awards are based solely on owner input – measuring owner satisfaction with 49 attributes of their vehicle rather than surveying things gone wrong. "VSAs look at the big picture, which includes owners' experiences with their vehicle's quality and safety, but also goes deeper into the heart of the ownership experience,” said George Peterson, president, AutoPacific. Nissan was the fastest growing brand in the U.S. in 2016, thanks in part to strong sales performances by the VSA winning vehicles. Rogue sales, for example, were up 14.9 percent in 2016 and have increased nearly 34.9 percent already in the first five months of 2017. TITAN sales have increased nearly 289.5 percent during the same period. "Rogue has proven to be truly in a class by itself, as have Maxima and Murano, since all three vehicles underwent complete redesigns in recent years,” said Scott Shirley, vice president, CMM and Marketing Operations, Nissan North America, Inc. "We're also pleased to have Versa and the new TITAN recognized by owners in the VSA survey – confirming Nissan's strength across a wide range of vehicle categories and prices.”

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.

Compare the 2017 Nissan Rogue and 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport side by side. The Nissan Rogue Sport is smaller and more economical while the Nissan Rogue is larger and provides greater engine power along with cargo capacity. Two exciting crossovers with great style, strong performance, advanced technology and loads of space. Which one's right for you? Let the Nissan Insider help you decide! more Price Comparison: Nissan Rogue Price: $23,820 Nissan Rogue Sport Price: $21,420 Gas Millage Comparison: Nissan Rogue MPG: 33 City 35 Highway Nissan Rogue Sport MPG: 25 City 32 Highway Engine Comparison Nissan Rogue Engine: 2.5 liter, 170 horsepower, 175lb-ft torque Nissan Rogue Sport Engine: 2.0 liter, 141 horsepower, 141lb-ft torque Passenger Volume: Nissan Rogue: 105.8 cubic feet Nissan Rogue Sport: 96 cubic feet Vehicle Length: Nissan Rogue Length: 184.4 inches Nissan Rogue Sport Length: 172.4 inches Cargo Comparison: Nissan Rogue Cargo Space: 39.3 cubic feet seats up / 70.0 cubic feet seats down Nissan Rogue Sport Cargo Space: 22.9 cubic feet seats up / 39.3 cubic feet seats down

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The new #Nissan #LEAF. Coming soon. Today, the world gets its first glimpse at the next-generation LEAF, the next chapter in Nissan's Intelligent Zero-Emissions Mobility. This "teaser" image, released via social media channels and to current LEAF owners, is the first in a series of photos and informational briefs scheduled this summer in preparation for the global reveal of the new Nissan LEAF later this year. By launching the LEAF, the world's first mass-market electric vehicle, Nissan established itself as a pioneer in the EV movement. Today, the Nissan LEAF is the world's best-selling electric vehicle with more than 260,000 on the road globally.

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Loyal fans of the Nissan automotive brand can now turn their everyday purchases, gas fill-ups and dining experiences into valuable rewards. A new Visa® co-brand consumer credit card program by Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation (NMAC) and Synchrony Financial will enable qualified cardholders to earn points toward the purchase or lease of a new Nissan or Certified Pre-Owned vehicle, automotive services and accessories, or redeemed in the form of statement credit.1 Additionally, the Nissan Visa® credit card will offer exclusive benefits for cardholders, including no annual fee, zero fraud liability, roadside dispatch, auto rental collision damage waiver, and travel and emergency assistance services. more "Our most loyal customers will be excited by the opportunity to earn points toward our products and services simply by using their card on everyday spending," said Mark Kaczynski, president, Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation. "With this new consumer credit program, we look to further drive consumer loyalty with our existing customers and attract new customers to our automotive family." The program will be offered through Nissan dealerships in the U.S., as well as online through the Nissan website and participating dealer websites. Cardholders will also benefit from Synchrony Financial's mobile-optimized account management and loyalty redemption capabilities. Cardholders can earn2: • 5 points per $1 spent on products and services purchased at Nissan dealerships and on gas • 3 points per $1 spent on dining • 1 point per $1 on purchases everywhere else Visa credit cards are accepted "The Nissan credit card program will be a great opportunity for consumers to benefit from the same level of excellence and customer service they've come to expect from this respected automotive brand," said Tom Quindlen, executive vice president and CEO, Retail Card, Synchrony Financial. 1The Nissan Visa®card is issued by Synchrony Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and is subject to credit approval. 2Terms and conditions apply.

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