Nissan Armada Snow Patrol debuts at 2018 Chicago Auto Show

Nissan Armada Snow Patrol debuts at 2018 Chicago Auto Show

Nissan Armada Snow Patrol debuts at 2018 Chicago Auto Show

The Nissan Armada Snow Patrol, which makes its world debut this week at the 2018 Chicago Auto Show, takes Nissan’s flagship SUV to new heights – literally. With its three-inch suspension lift, extreme off-road tires, massive front bumper, light bar and roof rack, the one-off Snow Patrol project takes Armada out of the carpool line and onto snow covered mountains – returning Armada to its roots as an adventure-ready off-roader.

“While the 2018 Armada drives like a luxury sedan, it has a long off-road heritage as the Nissan Patrol, a global expedition vehicle,” said Billy Hayes, division vice president, Commercial Vehicles and Trucks, Nissan North America, Inc. “As part of our celebration of winter at the Chicago Auto Show, we wanted to remind our growing family of Armada owners and enthusiasts that this full-size SUV stands ready to take you to the mountains, or at least safely through Chicago streets covered in lake effect snow.”

Armada has been on a winning streak since the second-generation design was introduced for the 2017 year – with sales last year increasing 154 percent over 2016, making it the fastest growing SUV in its class1. Buyers have been attracted to Armada’s unmatched combination of best-in-class2 standard 390 horsepower, full-feature 8-passenger interior and class-exclusive Intelligent Rear View Mirror (I-RVM)3.

And, with a standard towing capacity4 of 8,500 pounds for both 4WD and 2WD models (when properly equipped), Armada can easily handle a trailer load of snowmobiles – even one carrying the Nissan 370Zki – a “snowmobile” created from a Nissan 370Z Roadster. The Nissan 370Zki is also on display at the Chicago Auto Show, hooked up to the Armada Snow Patrol.

As for the transformation from showroom stock to full Snow Patrol outfitting, the focus was on fitting more aggressive wheels and tires – and outfitting the exterior with the tools for extreme winter driving. “With its rugged fully-boxed ladder frame, powerful V8, advanced all-wheel-drive system and easily engaged Snow Mode setting on the 4WD Mode Control dial, Armada is ready to tackle the most adverse climate situations. The Armada Snow Patrol takes it to the next level,” said Hayes.

The project build started with the installation of a complete suspension lift kit from Pro Comp – giving additional clearance for the new 35-inch-tall Pro Comp MT2 maximum traction extreme off-road tires. The new tires are mounted on 20×9-inch Cognito Series 61 wheels with a Satin Black milled finish.

To help safely navigate backwoods trails, the Armada Snow Patrol’s front end was beefed up with a Smittybilt off-road bumper with grille protector bar and winch mount with 12,000-pound capacity winch. Helping light the Snow Patrol’s way is a roof-mounted DR36 double row LED light bar with flood and spot capabilities, along with a pair of grille-mounted 5-inch LED round motorsports lights.

M-1A running boards/rock sliders were added to help prevent road debris damage, and to supplement the Armada’s large interior cargo space, a one-piece Defender rack was mounted to the roof.

Inside, premium leather-wrapped front seats with pearl color surfaces and cement color perforated inserts, cobalt color wings, contrasting cobalt stitching and Armada Snow Patrol logo seatback inserts were added. A custom body wrap by Icon Image Graphics, with special Armada Snow Patrol logo, was the final touch.

“The Armada Snow Patrol project was completed using readily available aftermarket parts – thanks especially to Pro Comp and Katzkin – showing owners how easy it is to take their family adventures to the next level even in some of winter’s most severe conditions,” said Hayes. “We think this vehicle is going to attract a lot of attention among visitors to the Chicago Auto Show.”

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Nissan puts Saudi women behind the wheel with surprise instructors

Nissan puts Saudi women behind the wheel with surprise instructors

Nissan puts Saudi women behind the wheel with surprise instructors

Celebrating Saudi Arabia’s historic decision to grant women driver’s licenses, Nissan recently offered a group of young women the chance to get behind the wheel for the first time – with a surprise group of driving instructors.

The company today released an inspirational video about the initiative. It is part of Nissan’s #SheDrives campaign, which encourages women to embrace the exciting prospect of becoming fully licensed drivers in 2018.

The women in the video say that while they’re delighted by the prospect, they face reluctance from some of their family members. To help them overcome this, Nissan invited aspiring female motorists to hone their driving skills and build confidence on a closed driving course, with a plot twist: Instead of professional instructors, the women were met by their respective husbands, fathers and brothers who were their teachers for the day.

“2018 is earmarked to be a pivotal moment in history for women in the kingdom,” said Bader Al Houssami, chief operating officer at Nissan Saudi Arabia. “We wanted to launch a campaign that’s just as emotional as it’s innovative, which ultimately is at the heart of what we at Nissan strive to achieve. The #SheDrives campaign aims to motivate women all over Saudi Arabia with a clear message: When the time comes, the decision to drive will be entirely yours.”

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Nissan LEAF named ‘Best Electric Car’ at 2018 What Car? Awards

Nissan LEAF named ‘Best Electric Car’ at 2018 What Car? Awards

Nissan LEAF named ‘Best Electric Car’ at 2018 What Car? Awards

The all-new 2018 Nissan LEAF has been named “Best Electric Car” at the 2018 What Car? Awards, just as the world’s best-selling, zero-emission vehicle is being launched to European media at the “Nissan Electric Ecosystem Experience” in Tenerife, Spain.

What Car? are one of the most widely recognized and respected awards amongst car buyers in Europe. They are also one of the UK’s biggest car-buying media brands, widely regarded as a trusted source for new car advice.

Steve Huntingford, Editor of What Car?, praised the award-winning model, saying: “The electric car market has never been more competitive, yet the LEAF saw off all its rivals because it makes the most sense to most buyers. It combines excellent performance with generous standard equipment and low running costs. And even in winter weather, its real-world range is good.”

The EV market in the UK is growing and now accounts for around a fifth of LEAF sales in Europe. At the recent Nissan Electric Ecosystem Experience, Nissan also revealed that just three months since the new Nissan LEAF was announced, it has already received over 12,000 orders for the latest model. That is one sold every 12 minutes in Europe.

Nissan’s xStorage was also “Commended” in the “Technology Award” category, an accolade which recognizes innovative new technology developments. Nissan’s xStorage system uses recycled batteries from electric vehicles, allowing you to store power when prices fall, and even sell excess power from your Leaf back to the energy grid.

“The new Nissan LEAF is the most advanced and accessible 100% electric vehicle on the planet,” said Philippe Saillard, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Nissan Europe. “We’re delighted to receive such an accolade from the prestigious automotive brand, What Car?. This is a car that is more enjoyable, more connected and more exciting to drive than any other mainstream electric vehicle in history. It is simply amazing.”

The all-new LEAF offers a significant update over the previous model with dynamic new styling, advanced technologies and a higher capacity drivetrain that delivers significant increases in both range and power.

The 2018 LEAF is also the first Nissan model in Europe to feature Nissan’s autonomous ProPILOT technology as well as e-Pedal, which allows drivers to start, accelerate, decelerate and stop simply by increasing or decreasing the pressure applied to the accelerator.

Customer deliveries of New Leaf will commence progressively across Europe from early February 2018.

About Nissan LEAF
The new Nissan LEAF is the embodiment of Nissan Intelligent Mobility a consumer proposition that encompasses three main pillars:

Intelligent Power, which is brought to life through the LEAF’s advanced new 40kWh e-powertrain, with improved energy efficiency, increased torque and power output for more exciting driving.

Intelligent Driving, which is technology designed to improve driving confidence, enhance safety and reduce stress.

Intelligent Integration, the linking of the car to wider society via connectivity and to energy grids via unique bi-directional charging technology.

Much more than just a 100% electric vehicle, the LEAF is a whole new driving experience, designed to move people with greater exhilaration, confidence and connection to the world around them.

The Nissan LEAF has won a total of 114 awards across the globe. Highlights include:

Award Name Publication or Awards Organization
2018 Best Electric Car What Car?
2017 Auto Test Green Car Award Auto Test
2017 City Car of the Year Top Gear Lietuva Awards
2017 Driver Power Survey – Best   Green Car Overall Auto Express
2017 Best Fleet Value in America   – EV/Plug-In/Hybrid Vincentric
2016 Véhicule Eco-Sécurité de   l’année L’Automobile   & L’Entreprise   Magazine
2016 Green Innovation Award Autó Pult 2016 Awards
2017 Green Gold Award UIGA
2015 Best Alternative Fuel Car of   the Year Motor.es Award 2015
2016 EV Innovation Award VCS
2016 Automotive Loyalty Award IHS Automotive
2015 Codacons Superprodotto   dell’Anno CODACONS Italy
2014 Canadian Green Car Award –   Battery Electric Canadian Green Car Automotive Jury
2014 Ecocar Tuulilasi
2014 Véhicule Eco-Sécurité de   l’année L’Automobile & L’Entreprise   Magazine
2014 Most Loved Vehicle: Small   Alternative Car Strategic Vision
2014 Best All-Around Performance   Award Automotive Science Group
2013 Motoring.com.au Recommends   Award Motoring.com.au
2014 Green Vehicle of the Year Auto123
2014 Grand Prix Auto   Environnement MAAF MAAF
2013 Editors’ Choice Best Green   Car Car1.hk
2014 Green Gold Award UIGA
2014 Eco Car of the Year Car of the Year in Latvia 2014
2013 Sweden Electric Car of the   Year Elbilsverige
2013 Environment Award FLEET WORLD HONOURS
2013 Green Car of the Year KBB.com
2013 IIHS Top Safety Pick IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway   Safety)
2013 Electric Family Car of the   Year VAB – Flemish Automobile Club
2012 Electric Car of The Year AMPER exhibition jury
2012 Véhicule Eco-Sécurité de   l’année l’Automobile et l’entreprise Magazine
2012 Readers’ Choice Best Green   Car Car1.hk
2012 The Best EV Car Plus Magazine
2012 Green Award of the Year Autocar Asean Car of The Year 2012
2011 VROOMIE Award – Best   Electric Car of the Year Vroom Girls
2012 Most Ideal Hybrid/EV   Car AutoPacific/AutoBytel
2011-2012 Japan Car of the Year Car of the year Japan
2012 RJC Car of the Year RJC
2011 Annual Technology Award QQ.com and Auto Magazine
2011 Gold Award for Innovation Croatian Car of the Year
2011 Car of the Year Top Gear (Hong Kong)
2011 Green Steering Wheel Award Auto świat (Axel Springer Poland)
2011 Portugal Car of the Year Volante Verde (Green Driving wheel)
2011 Auto Express Special Award Auto Express
2011 Green Car Website Green Car   of the Year Green Car Website
2011 Cars.com Eco Car of the Year Cars.com
2011 Popular Mechanics’   Breakthrough Award Popular Mechanics
2011 Ward’s 10 Best Engines Ward’s AutoWorld
2011 World Car of the Year World Car Awards
2010 China Green Car of The Year Motor Trend
2010 Green Family Car Award National Business Daily
2011 Ecobest   Award Auto Best Organization
2011 European Car of the Year ECotY
2011 Ultra Low Carbon Award What Car?

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Nissan NP300 Frontier was the most awarded pickup in Brazil during 2017

Nissan NP300 Frontier was the most awarded pickup in Brazil during 2017

Nissan NP300 Frontier was the most awarded pickup in Brazil during 2017

Launched last March in the Brazilian market, the Nissan NP300 Frontier was the most awarded pickup during 2017. The design, safety, technology and comfort innovations introduced in the 12th-generation NP300 Frontier caught the attention of the automotive press who granted the model eight awards and recognized it as best in its segment.

Nissan NP300 Frontier was praised with the following awards:

  • “Best Pickup 2017” – Carpress website
  • “Best Pickup 2017” – Robb Report Brazil Magazine
  • “Best Pickup 2017” – Os Escolhidos Awards
  • “Best Pickup 2017” – Brazilian Association of Automotive Press (Abiauto)
  • “Best Pickup 2017” – L’Auto Preferita
  • “10Best – Best Pickup 2017” – Car and Driver Brazil Magazine
  • “Best Pickup 2018” –Autoesporte Magazine organizer of “Car of The Year Brazil”
  • “Best Pick up 2018” – Car Magazine Brazil

Nissan Frontier
In March 2017, Nissan launched in the Brazilian market the 12th-generation of the Frontier pickup, which is backed by more than 80 years of brand experience in pickup manufacturing and has more than 14 million satisfied customers worldwide.

Through a major investment in engineering and development, the Nissan NP300 Frontier outperformed its predecessors with a stronger and smarter proposal. To exceed the expectations of Latin American customers, the Nissan pickup was tested to the extreme and validated in the most challenging conditions in Latin America. Today the pickup is sold in 33 markets in the region and is one of the best-selling vehicles in the region.

Nissan NP300 Frontier has won several awards from the specialized press since its launch in Brazil in March 2017. The pickup was considered the best in its class by Car Magazine Brazil, the Brazilian edition of Robb Report, the website Carpress, and Auto Esporte magazine. It was also recognized by L’Auto Preferita,”Os Escolhidos ,” the association” Abiauto “and “10 Best”of Car and Driver Brazil, which brings together specialized journalists from all over Brazil.

Nissan NP300 Frontier also won this year the acclaimed European award “International pickup Award 2016,” where judges recognized the superiority of its on and off-road capabilities, engine performance and load capacity.

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Nissan and Shikoku Electric join forces to promote electric cars

Nissan and Shikoku Electric join forces to promote electric cars

Nissan and Shikoku Electric join forces to promote electric cars

Buyers of the new Nissan LEAF in a region of western Japan will earn points that they can use to help pay their utility bills, as part of a partnership to promote electric cars.

Beginning Feb. 1, customers of Shikoku Electric Power Co. who purchase a new Nissan LEAF will receive “Yonden Points,” which can be applied toward their monthly electricity bill. Customers can earn points a month for a maximum of three years.

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Shikoku Electric Power Co. are working together to promote the use of electric vehicles and reduce the environmental impact of automobiles. In September 2017, Nissan unveiled an all-new version of its 100% electric Nissan LEAF, offering powerful acceleration, agile handling and advanced technologies such as Nissan’s ProPILOT autonomous driving technology.

The new, zero-emission Nissan LEAF embodies Nissan Intelligent Mobility, the company’s vision for changing how vehicles are powered, driven and integrated into society.

courtesy: newsroom.nissan-global.com