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Nissan LEAF News

2018 Nissan LEAF Racking Up Awards Ahead of Seattle Release

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(Posted on Dec 15, 2017 at 01:58AM by Billy Kirk)
The praise for Nissan’s all-new 2018 LEAF is growing ever greater ahead of its release early next year. A number of journalists and esteemed organizations have recognized its dedication to intelligent technology and a zero-emissions design, and now the automobile has been named “Best Small Family Car.”

The distinction comes courtesy of the Next Green Car Awards 2017, which recognizes the most environmentally friendly automobiles that debuted in the United Kingdom over the past year. Eight separate categories were offered and winners were chosen from a pool of 21 different models from 18 total manufacturers. Notably, the LEAF snagged the same commendation in 2015.


Highlights of the 2018 LEAF that wowed the Next Green Car Awards judges were its driving technologies and improved range—the latter now at 150 miles, an improvement of 43 over the 2017 model. The vehicle also incorporates a fantastic, 40-kilowatt lithium-ion battery that results in 147 horses and 236-lb.-ft. of torque. Additionally, the new ePedal system lets operators start, accelerate, brake, and stop all via one input. Further, semi-autonomous control is provided in single-lane highway situations.

Call us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle today to hear more about all the commendations the 2018 LEAF has garnered thus far!
 
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New Nissan LEAF on Track for Release Next Month in Seattle

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(Posted on Dec 10, 2017 at 03:13AM by Billy Kirk)
Nissan’s incredible, zero-emission, all-electric Nissan LEAF saw release in the fall of 2017 in Japan. Now, thanks to a continued production ramp up in Smyrna, Tennessee, the wonder car is set for North American release in Seattle and beyond in January 2018.

The 2018 LEAF is a showstopper when it comes to advanced technology. ProPILOT Assist provides semi-autonomous driving in single-lane highway situations through automatic control of steering, braking, and acceleration. The vehicle’s new fast connection, 240-volt port system also enables it to receive a charge of 88 miles in under thirty minutes. That’s super speedy, and will certainly come in handy if you forgot to charge your car the night before.


When fully juiced up, the 2018 LEAF has a total driving range of 150 miles—an improvement of 43 over the outgoing 2017 model. It’s all possible via a 40-kilowatt lithium-ion battery and an electric motor that generates 147 HP and 236-lb.-ft. of torque. You’ll be able to cruise through Seattle, Renton, and Bellevue with peppy performance!

Ring us at Kirkland Nissan to discuss the advantages offered by the 2018 LEAF!
 
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Seattleites and World Citizens Look on as Nissan Honored for Environmental Leadership

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(Posted on Dec 10, 2017 at 02:28AM by Billy Kirk)
This week has been a big one for Nissan. Hot on the heels of their recognition as an “A list” business for H20 stewardship in the 2017 Global Water Report, the automaker has brought home this year’s Thailand Automotive Quality Award for "Outstanding Brand Image for Environmental Friendly.” The distinction recognizes the company’s pioneering all-electric work with the LEAF and similar vehicles.

The award was presented to Peter Galli, vice president of Communications at Nissan Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd., by the chair of the Impact Muang Thong Thani event, Dr. Somchai Harnhirun. The distinction comes as a result of the company’s dedication to electric technology and reduced emissions, as seen in the Note, Almera, March, and LEAF cars.


In his speech, vice president Galli noted the automaker’s longstanding dedication to the environment through 70 years of electric vehicle research, beginning with the Tama line in 1947. Driving pleasure, affordability, and air quality improvement measures are all seen in the latest 2018 LEAF, a zero-emission EV that makes use of ProPILOT Assist Technology. This enables braking, steering, acceleration, and more autonomous assistance in stop-and-go situations on single-lane highways. Additionally, e-Pedal functionality and similar Intelligent Mobility features help ensure safety, all while a 150-mile cruising range is achieved.

Call us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle now to discover more about the 2018 LEAF!
 
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Environmentally Conscious Seattleites Turn to Nissan

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(Posted on Dec 10, 2017 at 12:00AM by Billy Kirk)
Consumers that make their purchases and run their lives with the welfare of the environment in mind continue to turn to Nissan. That fact has been underscored this week with the company’s recognition in the CDP’s 2017 Global Water Report as an “A list” business for H20 stewardship. Additionally, the automaker garnered a “Leadership-level” rating in the same body’s climate change assessment for the fourth consecutive year.

Previously known as the Carbon Disclosure Project, the CDP annually ranks global companies for their efforts in reducing CO2 emissions and effectively managing water usage. Out of greater than 2,000 businesses surveyed, Nissan was one of only 74 that made this year’s “A list” for H20 management. The honor comes as the automaker continues to promote usage reductions across all their production facilities via savvy tech and supply-chain optimizations.


Nissan is now working to reduce “well-to-wheel” CO2 emissions in both their conventional gasoline and progressive electric vehicles. The goal is to have the year 2000 levels shrunk by 90% by 2050. Further technology initiatives, such as expanding vehicle charging infrastructure in cities for the LEAF, will help make this possible.

Call us here at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle to discuss the company’s environmental leadership, or visit this page.
 
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New Nissan Service Gives Glimpse of How Car-sharing Could Impact Seattle, Other Cities

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(Posted on Dec 9, 2017 at 09:42PM by Billy Kirk)
Sometimes, folks in a big city need the convenience of short-term, on-demand car rental services. As part of their Intelligent Mobility initiative, Nissan is stepping up to the plate in Japan with a vehicle-sharing club that is poised to show off their myriad of advanced technologies.

Beginning on January 15, 2017, Nissan’s car-sharing service, e-share mobi, will begin operation at 30 locations throughout Kyoto, Shiga, Nara, Tokyo, and other Japanese prefectures. The automaker will leverage their fleet of Note e-POWER and LEAF vehicles to bring their electric and autonomous driving systems to the masses.


Nissan’s e-share mobi carries no monthly membership fee and zero distance-based fees. Instead, users can register and use the service on their own terms, with their license acting as their club card. Both the LEAF and Note e-POWER vehicles will provide consumers with the manufacturer’s ProPILOT autonomous driving technology and “Around View Monitor,” offering a virtual bird’s-eye look from above the car. If you're planning a trip to Japan, applications can be filled out here.

We’ll keep you updated as to whether such a car-sharing service makes it to Seattle and other American cities. In the interim, don’t hesitate to give us a call to discuss Nissan’s ProPILOT technology!
 
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Future of Seattle Intelligent Mobility to Be Shaped By Nissan and Expo 2020 Dubai

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(Posted on Nov 25, 2017 at 11:33PM by Billy Kirk)
Earlier this month, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. revealed their intentions to join forces with Expo 2020 Dubai to push forward the future of autonomous driving machines.

Announced at the Expo 2020 Dubai’s Official Premier Partner event, the union is set to advance Intelligent Mobility with a new fleet of upcoming all-electric vehicles. The Japanese automaker will act as the Official Automotive Partner for the event that year, showcasing their technologies and pushing the adoption of efficient cars throughout the region.


The Expo 2020 Dubai Nissan fleet is set to feature the support of roughly 1,000 vehicles, both in preparation and delivery of the event. Trucks, buses, cars, and SUVs will all be used for the proceedings. Usage will vary but will include display purposes, VIP visits, participant and organizer transport, and construction needs.

Also at the Official Premier Partner event, Nissan unveiled the next-generation LEAF for Middle Eastern markets. The 2018 model will feature an efficient 40-kilowatt lithium-ion battery and a 150-mile range, as well as advanced technologies such as ProPILOT Assist for adaptive cruise control and single lane autonomous driving.

Call Kirkland Nissan in Seattle to learn about the LEAF or any of the manufacturer’s upcoming plans!
 
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2018 Nissan LEAF Wins CES Honors Prior to Seattle Debut

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(Posted on Nov 11, 2017 at 06:12AM by Billy Kirk)
Get ready, Seattle! The 2018 Nissan LEAF, due for debut early next year, is already stacking up international awards. The first honor for this incredible all-electric, zero-emission vehicle comes courtesy of the Consumer Electronics Show’s (CES) “Unveiled” ceremony.

At the special event, the 2018 LEAF garnered the “Best of Innovation” award in the “Vehicle Intelligence and Self-Driving Technology” segment. Additionally, it was the convention’s honoree in the “Tech for a Better World” category. The distinctions come ahead of the annual January CES main show in Las Vegas, where Nissan will have the futuristic car on full display for eager event goers.


The LEAF’s “Best of Innovation” award reflects Nissan’s savvy approach through the leveraging of its ProPILOT Assist technology, which brings adaptive cruise control and single-lane semi-autonomous driving functionality to the hatchback. The car’s all-new engine for 2018 will also thrill owners by delivering 147 horses and 236-lb.-ft. of torque.

Don’t hesitate to ring us at Kirkland Nissan now to discuss the many merits of the upcoming 2018 LEAF!
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2018 Nissan Leaf Finalist for “Best Car to Buy” in Seattle and Nationwide

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(Posted on Nov 9, 2017 at 07:00AM by Billy Kirk)
Green Car Reports has the upcoming next-generation Nissan LEAF as one of their finalists for “Best Car to Buy 2018.” Why? Well, in a pinch, it comes down to affordability, great styling, and superior performance.

“If any electric car aside from the Tesla Model 3 can be called "long-awaited," it would be the redesigned 2018 Nissan Leaf,” says Green Car Reports. Their contention is a fair one—the redesigned all-electric vehicle is set to make a splash with high technology that comes at a base price of just $30,875—$7,000 less than a Chevy Bolt EV. And with that low cost comes the pleasure of a redesigned exterior that’s sportier, more upright, and at home among the manufacturer’s other hatchback options.


Performance in the 2018 LEAF is also set to be superlative. The new electric engine will wow with 147 horses and 236-lb.-ft. of torque. This represents an increase over the previous year of tremendous proportion. There’s now 40 HP and 49-lb.-ft. torque more than experienced previously.

While it’s not out until next year, you can call us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle at any time to discuss this exciting car!
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Seattle Drivers to Benefit from LEAF’s ProPILOT Park Feature

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(Posted on Nov 9, 2017 at 03:02AM by Billy Kirk)
Nissan is on the forefront of technology. They’ve made that even more abundantly clear recently with the announcement of the extension of their semi-autonomous ProPILOT functionality on upcoming LEAF models.

While the technologically advanced system brings adaptive cruise control to vehicles that support the standard, ProPILOT Park takes matters one step further. It aids in navigating the LEAF into either a parallel or perpendicular spot. Once you’re alongside the space you plan on occupying, the vehicle will place an overlay on the designated area on the center display, alerting you that the system is ready. Then, you need only tap the screen and press the main console’s corresponding button to activate the feature.


Once activated, ProPILOT Park will automatically navigate your LEAF into the spot via an autonomous multi-point turn. If it fails to get it right the first time, it will perform up to seven total maneuvers in order to finish the job. You may also make adjustments to the area designated on the center console display via directional buttons if required. 

While ProPILOT Park won’t be available until the next-gen 2019 model LEAF, you can call us at Kirkland Nissan now to discuss the future of automobile technology!
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Nissan Serena News

ProPILOT Technology Taking Seattle by Storm Sees Extended Applications

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(Posted on Nov 8, 2017 at 12:40AM by Billy Kirk)
Nissan’s 2018 LEAF electric vehicle is prepped to offer Seattleites semi-autonomous driving goodness. This same ProPILOT technology has been announced for integration into the automaker’s Serena e-POWER van, debuted at the Tokyo Motor Show 2017.

While the hard details on the Serena e-POWER’s engine are being kept under wraps, its Japanese release in spring 2018 will merge the quietness and fuel efficiency of an electric vehicle with the single-lane autonomous driving features offered in the LEAF and elsewhere, including ProPILOT Assist adaptive cruise control. This Nissan system will enable the van to automatically control its distance from the car traveling to its front, braking as necessary while also staying within its intended lane. 
 
 
The Serena electric van will also take some nifty design cues from the 2018 LEAF. The grille will see a similar level of special design attention, with a futuristic blue-accented chrome bar design that hearkens to the aforementioned hatchback’s similarly colored geometric front pattern. Plus, LED tail lamps and aerodynamic aluminum wheels await owners.

We’ll have more on the automaker's latest vehicle developments within this space. In the interim, we encourage you to stop by Kirkland Nissan in Seattle to test drive our available inventory!
 
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