Through the voice of the people, Nissan has decided to celebrate a huge sales milestone for their most compelling model yet.  The Nissan LEAF continues to make automotive history by becoming the bestselling electric vehicle ever with record breaking global sales of more than 150,000 units collectively. Recent study revealed that owners in 35 countries have save more than $28 million in fuel costs due to the fact that the zero-emissions LEAF does not require gasoline to run. As you can imagine, Nissan is very excited of their achievements and hope to inspire non-LEAF owners to purchase one sometime soon by launching a new digital program called “Real Owners – Real Questions.” The idea behind this campaign is to allow LEAF owners to share their stories and reasons with interested buyers.

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Great news for Nissan and all other auto manufactures with end-of-life cycle problems of lithium-ion batteries, Green Data Center is teaming up with Nissan and conducting a project to develop technologies to allow urban data center users to reach 80% of renewable power use and decrease their average power usage effectiveness from its current range of 1.6 to 2.0 to less than 1.3. The director of the EV programme at Nissan, Redmer Van der Meer has released a statement,  explaining that this project has been in planning for about two years now and is completely in line with Nissan’s philosophy of the ‘4 Rs’ when it comes to vehicle components  – Reuse, Refabrication, Resell and/or Recycle.  “We have a holistic approach tied-in to our Leaf EV model and the 4R strategy.  One of the things to consider is the battery. Once it is of no use to the vehicle; that it could be utilized in a large-scale storage solution to facilitate the integration of data centers into smart grids, and a greener power supply management platform, would be ideal,” said Van der Meer.

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http://www.itworld.com/data-center/410993/nissan-lends-batteries-green-data-centre-project

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With the Versa Note you get excellent fuel economy in a roomy, comfortable car that is a lot of fun to drive. Nissan created this model by developing everything from exterior aerodynamics that whisper through the wind, to an advanced 1.6-lier 4 cylinder engine, to a virtually gearless Xtronic CVT transmission that maximizes efficiency and performance. This model is a Pure Drive vehicle which means that it has met the industry-average US Federal CAFE standards for model year 2016. Furthermore, the Versa Note is surprisingly spacious and exceptionally accommodating. The smart design minimizes structural interference with the cabin, giving everyone ample room to spread out.

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This year marks a significant change amongst sport fanatics – this is the year we will see most power production manufactures take a turn towards something that has never been associated with fast and loud – all-electric under the hood. In the past, the more horsepower meant higher gas bill – but things are changing. Nissan is working on their next GT-R model and they have major plans. A Japanese magazine recently exposed a few important specs that have surfaced online in regards to the next GT-R. The magazine assumes that the new R36 will have over 800 horsepower and will function on a regenerative KERS ( Kinetic Energy  Recovery System ) hybrid drivetrain. The toughest challenge Nissan faces now, will be keeping the cost affordable enough for drivers.

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Nissan is a contributing member of the communities it serves – people who work within Nissan Automotive Group consider themselves as a group who gives back to others, treats others with respect, and being charitable. Nissan’s charity group is called ‘Nissan Village’ and their commitment to charity stems directly from their founder – Ray Ciccolo. Rey’s compassion for others and his willingness to always help has allowed him to set up this organization.

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http://www.nissanvillage.com/about-us/news-and-events/giving

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Nissan is ready to shake things up in the 13^th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. World premiere of a new sedan concept that embodies Nissan’s global design strategy and strong commitment to China as one of Nissan’s most important markets will make its World Premiere at the show. Nissan plans to unveil their sedan concept which was created for the Chinese digital lifestyle  – and Nissan believes that the concept expresses their passion and focus in the world’s most dynamic auto market.

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http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-set-to-thrill-auto-china-2014-with-new-sedan-concept

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In case you’ve dodged every automotive outlet on the planet for the past few weeks, let me be the first to inform you that Nissan’s European division has created a miniscule monster – a compact, all-wheel drive, matte-black beast with big wings and gaping louvers, to be more specific. Called the Juke-R, the one-off concept is a fusion of Nissan’s only two turbocharged models available in the U.S. – the funky-featured Juke and its tech-littered brother, the GT-R supercar. Two Juke-Rs have been built by RML (one of the silent ninjas of motorsports based in Northants, England) in collaboration with the Nissan Technology Centre for Europe. The Juke-Rs are legal for use on European pavement, and come in either right- or left-hand drive. If the goal of the Juke-R was nothing more than a publicity stunt, consider it mission accomplished. But under the surface, we’re betting Nissan is up to more than simply throwing a pre-2011 GT-R’s modified drivetrain (which includes a 485-horsepower VR38DETT engine, GR6 six-speed twin-clutch gearbox, and ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system) into a diminutive Juke body and making a few tantalizing YouTube videos. The Japanese automaker appears to be subliminally taking the temperature of the public to see if developing a sportier, enthusiast-focused Juke is worth the effort.  Gauging from the reaction to the Juke-R so far, yes, it most certainly is. After just a year on the European market, more than 100,000 people call themselves Juke owners. The CUV was recently launched in Russia, where dealers had waiting lists filled with potential buyers. Although less popular with the more traditional, extra-large-SUV-loving American populace, the Juke has been relatively successful thus far, with some 27,000 moved off dealer lots through September of this year. Fuel-conscious, parking-spot-stressed urbanites adore it for its tidy dimensions and decent 27/32 mpg city/highway fuel economy. A 1.6-liter turbocharged heart and torque vectoring all-wheel-drive system make the compact CUV a fun and economical means of transport. But as it stands, the all-wheel-drive Juke’s peppy 188-horse turbo mill is connected to a lackluster continuously variable transmission that drones and whines. Want the six-speed manual? You’ll have to make do with a front-wheel-drive layout. The Juke has the potential to be much more entertaining.  Here’s where a Juke Sport, if you will, comes in. We’re talking a lower, slightly stiffer suspension, some tasteful exterior cladding, restyled wheels, bigger brakes, and boosted up into the 250-hp range. Throw in a proper gearbox (automatic or manual) and keep the all-wheel-drive setup, and we’re betting a significant buyer pool would gladly spend $25,000 or more on one. Need proof? Just ask Mini, which is selling $30,000-plus Countrymans like hotcakes. While it may not be time for a production version of the 480-horse baby Godzilla, I believe it is time for an affordable CUV that’s as fun for enthusiasts to toss into a corner as it is for teenyboppers to park at the mall. Unless Nissan is working on a successor to the much-loved Silvia/240SX coupe,  a car that one product planner told me would be hard to push through the pipeline given the segment’s demise (ahem, what about the Subaru BRZ/Scion FR-S?), a souped-up Juke would be a great way to keep younger, urban enthusiasts engaged with the brand.

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A few years ago, when the JDM box cars were all the rage, Nissan introduced the Cube subcompact to the U.S. market. Much like its rival Scion xB, the Cube has been far surpassed in terms of sales and popularity by the Kia Soul, with its less overtly weird styling, and strong value equation. But the Cube soldiers on, largely unchanged since its 2009 debut. The biggest change for the 2014 model year is the addition of Caspian Sea blue as a color, replacing 2013’s Bitter Chocolate. Starting at $17,570 for a Nissan Cube 1.8 S with a six-speed manual. The CVT automatic adds an even $1000 for $18,570, and the top-line SL CVT goes for $19,670. If you want a loaded Cube, check the box for the SL Preferred Package, which includes fog lights, a touchscreen navigation system, rearview camera, an upgraded audio system with a Rockford Fosgate 8-inch subwoofer, and a USB port. As with the 2013 model, the sole engine option on the Cube is a 1.8-liter, 122-hp four-cylinder engine. The Cube gets 27 mpg city and 31 mpg highway with the CVT, and 25 mpg city and 30 mpg highway with the six-speed manual.

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 Out of all the Nissan vehicles released for the 2014 model year, only one received a complete redesign, and a closer look at the all-new Rogue shows that Nissan really took their time to get the crossover SUV right. The Rogue has received a number of new features for 2014, many of which are either best-in-class or class-exclusive. Consumers are sure to appreciate that the best-in-class features of the Rogue pertain to capabilities that matter most to buyers in the SUV segment.

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To assist consumers in researching the redesigned Rogue, Briggs Nissan, an automotive dealership located in Manhattan, Kan., has added a new model-specific Web page to their website, which focuses on highlighting all of the newest features and capabilities of the SUV.

The seven-passenger 2014 Nissan Rogue provides a best-in-class cargo capacity behind the second row of seats. When the flat-folding third row of seats is collapsed, the SUV offers nearly 40 cubic feet of cargo space, but that space can be expanded even further when the second row of seats is collapsed. With both rows of seats folded down, the Rogue is able to accommodate 70 cubic feet of cargo, which is similar to some of the larger-sized SUVs on the market.

Among the newest class-exclusive features in the Rogue is an around view monitor which provides a 360-degree overhead view of the SUV at all times. It’s helpful for squeezing into tight parking spots and allows consumers to check their surroundings before proceeding. A Divide-N-Hide cargo system is also exclusive to the Rogue, and helps to provide up to 18 different storage options.

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Nissan LEAF
The highly innovative, industry leading Nissan LEAF 100-percent electric vehicle received a number of important enhancements in 2013, including the addition of a new lower priced LEAF S grade, an array of new features for the LEAF SL grade, new option packages with available Around View® Monitor and an available 6.6 kW onboard charger that reduces 220V charging time nearly in half to approximately four hours for a full charge. LEAF’s CARWINGS telematics system includes remote charge and climate control management, the ability to view charging station availability in vehicle from an expanding list of networks, and POIs powered by Google®.
For 2014, additional enhancements include:

• RearView Monitor becomes standard on all grades (previously part of the Charge Package)
• Updated EV-IT functionality with voice destination entry and SMS readout
• Offered in S, SV and SL models
• Available December 2013