The Nissan manufacturing plant in Smyrna, Tennessee has been steadily producing vehicles for the Japanese automaker for the last 35 years. Since 1992, this factory has built over 4.6 million mid-size sedans and has recently been retooled to create the second-generation Leaf.
In 2004, Nissan partnered up with Toyota for the unveiling of the Altima Hybrid prototype. This mid-size, fuel-efficient sedan was set to release at the end of 2006 with mechanical components manufactured by the company’s main Japanese rival. The two international brands agreed back in 2002 to produce 100,000 vehicles together within a five-year period.
With over 100 years in the transportation industry, the world recognizes Nissan for its great vehicles. Although many people think about small cars when this brand comes into the conversation, this company also creates hardworking pickups. During World War II, the Japanese government began forcing engineers to manufacture military equipment. Aircraft, motorboats, and army trucks were all new territory for this blossoming automotive business. However, after the dust settled and things started to go back to normal, the innovative designers were able to use this experience to their advantage.
