Nissan is doing something a little unexpected – the Japanese automaker plans to use motorsports to raise the profile of its new subcompact with the Micra Cup, a spec series that launches with a pair of races on the track. Sources say that the Micra Cup car handles well in corners and the buzz of the exhaust note sounds good, and a manual transmission on a race course is always rewarding. If you would like to read the full article pleas click on the link below:

http://www.autoblog.com/2015/05/14/2015-nissan-micra-cup-first-drive-review/

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Nissan’s GT-R LM NISMO recently took time to complete two media preview sessions in London and in Paris while continuing the final preparations for next month’s Le Mans 24 Hours. Ben Bowbly, Nissan’s LM P1 Team Principal and Technical Director, said: “Our focus now moves to the re-preparation of these two cars and completing the build of the third. I look forward to getting on track at the Le Mans test day.” If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-nismo-team-holds-media-sessions-in-london-and-paris

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The Midsize Nissan Altima arranges some new notes this year and it plans to overtake the sales leaders. One of the more interesting is the new Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT). These models are becoming increasingly popular because they deliver better fuel efficiency. CVTs use a system of belts and pulleys to vary the engine’s power to the drive wheels. If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://www.chron.com/news/article/2015-Nissan-Altima-shifting-gears-5814182.php

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The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) was recently rewarded with a “Top Safety Pick Plus” rating for the completely redesigned 2015 Nissan Murano – this is the group’s highest available ranking. The new crossover scored “Good” in all five “Top Safety Pick” categories and earned a “Top Safety Pick Plus” status, along with a Superior rating for front crash prevention for models equipped with optional Forward Emergency Braking. Fred Diaz, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, said: “The designation of the IIHS ‘Top Safety Pick Plus’ for the all-new 2015 Murano is exactly what Nissan expected for a vehicle that has always set the trends in its segment. This Murano has once again raised the bar for Midsize Crossovers in terms of modern styling, levels of interior refinement, luxury and technology in its class. At Nissan, we are happy to add the IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus rating to the list.” If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/2015-nissan-murano-earns-top-safety-pick-plus-rating-from-the-iihs

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Nissan Group of North America has revealed that it is making changes to its U.S.-based management team in order to enhance performance and boost growth in the North American region. The automaker has promoted a few current employees to higher positions – Jose Munoz, Executive Vice President, Nissan Motor Co., said: “These changes better position Nissan Group to achieve our Power 88 business plan goals in the North American market.” If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-group-of-north-america-announces-senior-management-changes

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Nissan Motor Co. and its employees extend their heartfelt sympathy to those affected by the disaster in Nepal and are extending a helping hand. Nissan will donate 10 million yen to the World Food Program, which is aiding rescue efforts by providing food for the people in the affected areas in Nepal. If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-donation-to-help-victims-of-earthquake-in-nepal

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At the famous Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca this past weekend, the Doran Racing / GT Academy 370Z NISMO team took home first place in the third round of the Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge at Mazda Raceway at Laguna Seca in Monterey, California. B.J. Zacharias, a series veteran and race finisher, thinks the team had a great shot at a win at 2.238 mile road course, saying: “If the race had stayed under green flag that last 12 minutes to the end, I think we had something for the race winning Camaro Z28 at the finish. The last caution gave the two V8 cars time to cool off their tires. It was anyone’s race among the top three cars. We all crossed the line within eight tenths of a second. My co-driver Brad Jaeger, had one of his best stints ever, and the team made all the right calls, so I felt like we could win it.” If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/doran-racing-gt-academy-nissan-370z-nismo-takes-first-2015-ctscc-podium-at-laguna-seca

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The Nissan Altima Campaign is back! Last year’s popular “Ride of Your Life” Altima marketing campaign captured consumers interest quickly which is why Nissan is doing something similar again this year. The “Ride of Your Life” returns with a twist, providing the ultimate interactive consumer experience in a new campaign that runs throughout May on several interactive channels. Jeremy Tucker, Vice President, Marketing Communications and Media, Nissan North America, said: “Consumer response to last year’s campaign was so strong, we just had to play it again, even bigger and better. You can see the excitement on the participants faces when the Altima is revealed at the mall, and especially after their track ride-and-drive experience- reinforcing our belief that Altima is no ordinary mid-size sedan. If you would like to read the full artilce please click on the link below:

http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/nissan-s-ride-of-your-life-altima-campaign-returns-bigger-and-better-in-second-year

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Nissan Motorsports recently finished in seventh place during Race 9 of the V8 Supercars Championship last weekend. Moffat, debuted a new major support from Toshiba in partnership with Intel Security – the result marks Moffat’s best result for the year after a difficult start to his 2015 Campaign and now he sits 15^th in the championship chase. In a post race interview, Moffat, said: “Seventh is a reasonably good result to finish the weekend. Clearly, strategy played a key role in the outcome with the way the Safety Car fell. We planned to be on the soft tire at the end and it played out very well for us.” If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://nissannews.com/en-US/nissan/usa/releases/james-moffat-takes-seventh-place-at-barbagallo-raceway

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Nissan recently launched the production of the new Maxima model that is targeted to revive struggling sales of its flagship sedan. Nissan executives emphasized that a more aggressive exterior and interior design with sportier handling can be expected from the new model. Under the hood, the new Maxima will deliver 300 horsepower and is capable of averaging 30 miles per gallon. Pierre Loing, the vice president for product strategy and planning for Nissan North America, said: “The segment is very volatile, and when you bring a very strong product it grows because those cars manage to catch customers from other segments… And for us, there is some cross-shopping on entry luxury. Which when you’re a non-luxury brand you have to cherish that position.” If you would like to read the full article please click on the link below:

http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/nissan-launches-production-redesigned-maxima-sedan-30474954

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