More Awards in-Tow for Titan XD

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WardsAuto recently conducted its annual “10 Best Engines” testing, citing the new Titan XD from Nissan at the top of the list. The 5.0L Cummins diesel V-8 with 2-stage Holset turbocharger simply roars in this full-size pickup. With a roaring 310 horsepower and 555 lb.-ft. of torque, the Titan XD has the guts to tow over 12,000 pounds. The diesel’s purr is unmistakable. Pricing starts at $40k, and the all-new Titan XD hits dealers in late December. To stay posted, connect with us at Cardinale Nissan.

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Nissan seeks to Raise its Stake in Renault

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Nissan is seeking to limit state voting rights in Renault, as well as written guarantees against intervention in its operations by the French carmaker, which owns 43.4 percent of Nissan. The Japanese automaker seeks to raise its own stake in Renault to 25 percent or more, in order to deter management interference by the French government. Since Renault rescued Nissan from near-bankruptcy in 1999, the Japanese automaker has outgrown its parent, accounting for two-thirds of combined sales. The alliance has been under negotiations since April, when Paris raised its stake in Renault from 15 to 19.7 percent, securing double voting rights. Nissan and French officials have been negotiating for months, but on December 11th, Renault’s board decides on a response to the French government power grab. France recently offered to limit the exercise of its voting rights in Renault. Instead, Nissan seeks to neutralize Renault’s control through written undertakings. Currently, Renault has the right to name Nissan’s top three executives, among other things. “What the French intervention has revealed is that the current alliance structure is inadequate,” said a source close to Nissan. “We need governance put in place to prevent this happening again.”

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Miss. Nissan Plant Breaks Manufacturing Records

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The Canton, Mississippi-based Nissan plant not only produced a chart-topping 33,000 vehicles in October, but expects to turn out 350,000 vehicles in 2015. Steve March, VP of Manufacturing, said the plant’s productivity is largely based on the 6,000-member workforce, “The men and women of Canton have really worked hard to get us to this. It hasn’t been without difficulties but we’ve overcome each and every one of them. It shows the commitment that Nissan has in this particular facility. We’re a global player, we’re a big player in the Nissan world, and it’s really important for us today.” The Nissan Titan XD will be one of nine vehicles produced in the Canton plant. The Frontier and Murano crossover SUV are produced on the same line as the Titan. March adds, “There’s no other facility in the Nissan world that has the same level of complexity that we do here.” The 2016 Titan XD is expected to hit dealers by late December. To reserve yours today, visit the friendly folks at Cardinale Nissan in Seaside.

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CEO Says Nissan’s Electric Cars Are for the Masses

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If you ask Carlos Ghosn, CEO of The Renault Nissan Alliance, bringing electric cars to the masses is their focus. You won’t see Nissan “going niche” to compete with Tesla in the luxury electric vehicle segment. That said, any specialization with electric cars will be in the crossover category, according to Ghosn. CUVs are currently experiencing a boom in the U.S., Europe and China. More immediate focus is on rolling out the next-generation LEAF, expected in 2017 or 2018. Nissan’s only electric car in the U.S., the LEAF is reported to receive a significant battery upgrade, as well as body redesign, in the coming model years. With MSRP starting under $30k, the Nissan LEAF is certainly more attainable for the masses than some of its luxury competitors. If you’d like to learn more about the automaker’s roadmap for electric vehicles, drop by Cardinale Nissan in Seaside today. Go green and get excited!

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2016 Nissan Titan XD Hits Dealerships in December

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At the Nissan production plant in Canton, Mississippi, it’s busier than Santa’s workshop as the Titan XD Crew Cab comes off the line. Bound for dealerships in early December, the 2016 Titan is redesigned to compete other full-size pickups in its class. Offered in three cab configurations, two frame sizes, three powertrain offerings and five trim levels, there is something for everyone. Pricing has not yet been announced, but the wait is nearly over. For a delight to the eyes and ears, stop by Cardinale Nissan in Seaside, to hear the Cummins V8 generating 310 hp and 55 pound-feet of torque. It is a symphony of muscle, and the friendly team at Cardinale Nissan is excited to give you a VIP experience in the driver’s seat.

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