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Nissan Patrol takes on the Toyota Land Cruiser

To say that the Nissan Patrol and Toyota Land Cruiser are brilliant off-roaders is stating the obvious. But even those who never venture off-road buy these mighty SUVs. What’s the appeal, wonders Sony Thomas.

Nissan cruises in China as Japan rivals play catch-up

Nissan Motor Co is proving that being late to the party in China doesn’t have to be a handicap, and is poised to widen its lead among Japanese automakers in the world’s biggest car market with speedy and aggressive expansion plans.

Nissan “Adopts” 15 Electric Vehicle Chargers

Nissan North America adopted 15 electric vehicle chargers in California, working with “Adopt a Charger” program. The non-profit organization was founded last year to help broaden the plug-in electric vehicle charting infrastructure.

Nissan Looks to China to Revitalize Infiniti Brand

Nissan Motor Co. 7201.TO +0.24%is looking to China’s burgeoning luxury car market for a new lease on life for its struggling Infiniti brand, with plans to manufacture two models in China and to sell stretch luxury cars designed for affluent Chinese.

Nissan carves new path towards world dominance

The Nissan Pathfinder has been re-designed from the ground up. Will Nissan’s aggressive strategy bring it closer to world dominance ?If you have been following my writing over the last decade you will know my love for the boxy design, like the Chevrolet Camaro SS, the old BMW 3 Series, and the Jeep.

Nissan’s move should sound alarm for Canadian auto industry

An announcement by Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn at the New York auto show should sound a cautionary warning for Canadians wondering about the future of car manufacturing in our country.

CEO Says Leaf Electric Car Sales Will Pick Up Mid-Year

Nissan Motor Co. Chief Executive Officer Carlos Ghosn said sales of the company’s Leaf electric car will rise by the middle of the year. “The Leaf will get a boost from local production in the United States starting this summer,” Ghosn said at the New York International Auto Show. “Not only the environment but also [...]

2012 Nissan NV Passenger Van US Pricing Announced

Nissan has launched the new NV3500 HD Passenger Van, a full-size vehicle that can comes with four rows of seats and can accommodate up to 12 passengers. Prices start at around $32,000 and you can have it in your choice out of three trim levels – S, SV an SL.

Nissan Revives Datsun After Three Decades

Nissan Motor Co., Japan’s second- biggest automaker, will revive its Datsun brand after three decades to increase sales in emerging markets.

Nissan Motor may roll out heritage brand Datsun in India

Nissan Motor plans to launch its heritage brand Datsun into India to make deeper inroads in the fast growing small car market and take on market leaders – Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai in the mass market category.