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New 2018 Nissan LEAF to Make Appearance at CES, Wow Seattleites
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(Posted on Jan 9, 2018 at 01:49PM by Billy Kirk)

The Consumer Electronics Show 2018 is set to kick off in Las Vegas today, and Nissan is ready to make a serious splash. Among other announcements and reveals, the revered automaker is excited to show the all-new, zero-emissions 2018 LEAF to attendees.

The 2018 LEAF has been thoughtfully redesigned from the ground up. The engine and 40-kilowatt lithium-ion battery combine for sensational results. Power is in no short supply, as the car is capable of outputting 147 HP and 236-lb.-ft. of torque. Thereâ€™s an increased driving range of 150 miles on a single chargeâ€”a significant boost over the outgoing model by a total of 43. And the MPGe of the hatchback is a wicked 124 city / 101 highway.

Letâ€™s take a moment to talk about ProPILOT Advanced Driving Assistance, too. It senses where surrounding cars are and makes automatic measures to control the distance between them and your LEAF. The system will also keep you centered in your lane. Further, e-Pedal technology lets you operate the vehicle using only the acceleratorâ€”you can start, stop, and increase or decrease speed through that one input.

Call us at Kirkland Nissan to learn more about the 2018 LEAF today!

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2018 Nissan LEAF Bringing Sophisticated Technology to Seattle
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(Posted on Jan 5, 2018 at 07:50AM by Billy Kirk)

Hey, Seattle! The 2018 Nissan LEAF is almost hereâ€”itâ€™s due to arrive early this yearâ€”and itâ€™s bringing smart technology along with it. ProPILOT Assist functionality is set to change the way you drive.

The all-electric, zero-emissions 2018 Nissan LEAF utilizes the aforementioned ProPILOT Assistâ€™s driving functionality to advance the way Seattleites and those the world over commute. Traffic Aware Cruise Control (TACC) detects cars traveling to the front of your vehicle once you pick a speed, and then intelligently adjusts your setting up or down as necessary to compensate for the automobiles around you.

TACC is superb, but that isnâ€™t the only clever trick ProPILOT Assist has up its sleeve. Because itâ€™s semi-autonomous, it will keep the LEAF centered within its lane when the feature is activated via the handy blue button on the steering wheel. And although Nissan still considers it a â€œhands-onâ€ system, it will even handle stop-and-go traffic for you. What a boon for those dealing with pesky morning commutes!â€¨â€¨

Ring us at Kirkland Nissan now to learn more!

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2018 Nissan LEAF

Nissan Announces Shipment of 300,000th LEAF to Seattle, World
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(Posted on Jan 4, 2018 at 06:34PM by Billy Kirk)

Nissan today announced an incredible global milestoneâ€”the shipment of their 300,000th LEAF since the vehicle first went on sale in 2010. Itâ€™s a fantastic achievement for the worldâ€™s best-selling all-electric carÂ and sets the table for the amazing advancements the next-generation EV has in store when it releases later this year.

The 2018 Nissan LEAF will surely quickly add to the success of the line when it hits showrooms across Seattle and North America in the months ahead. Itâ€™s powered by sensational technology, including an engine that generates 147 HP and 236-lb.-ft. of torque, an increase of 40 horses and nearly 50-lb.-ft. over the 2017 model. And with a new 40-kWh lithium-ion battery, drivers will benefit from a 150-mile range on a single charge.

The new LEAF is a looker, as well. The familiar â€œV-Motionâ€ chrome front grille is featured, although itâ€™s finished by a striking blue geometric pattern thatâ€™s decidedly futuristic. The hood of the car now offers greater curvature for enhanced aerodynamics, too.

Call us at Kirkland Nissan today to discuss the 2018 LEAF!

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Seattle Anticipates Nissanâ€™s Showcase of New LEAF and GT-R NISMO Cars
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(Posted on Dec 28, 2017 at 10:39PM by Billy Kirk)

Nissan announced today that theyâ€™re set to display 15 car models at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2018, running from Jan. 12 - 14. The event centers around the companyâ€™s dedication to the vast world of customization, as each vehicle will feature unannounced after-market parts. Due to their availability, of specific interest to Seattle and North American drivers will be the LEAF and GT-R NISMO variants.

The new Nissan LEAF concept was first unveiled at Tokyo Motor Show 2017, and powertrain details continue to be light. However, the 2019 model year car seems aimed at a fall 2018 North American release. It looks to adopt a black, white and red body that is imbued with NISMO technology for better aerodynamics. High-performance Continental summer tires will make an appearance, and the base battery is likely to ring in at roughly 60 kWh, good for more than 225 miles of range. Technologies from the 2018 MY will carry over, including the ability for drivers to accelerate, slow, and stop all via a single pedal (no brake usage necessary).

The new GT-R NISMO is all about wicked performance. It will bring with it the popular â€œV-Motionâ€ front grille, a fresh hood cut for aerodynamics, redesigned side sills for increased airflow, and black RAYS forged-alloy wheels. Even more exciting is the motor. The supercar will feature a 3.8L, 600 HP engine easily capable of 481-lb.-ft. of torque.

Ring us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle now to hear more about either of these spectacular models!

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Seattle Looks on As Nissan Pushes Global Clean Energy Initiative
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(Posted on Dec 27, 2017 at 11:03PM by Billy Kirk)

Nissanâ€™s always up to something that involves pushing boundaries and gradually evolving the world weâ€™re living in. Sometimes that purely entails a new automobile-exclusive technology, but at other junctures, itâ€™s something a bit grander in scope. This is the latter case, as the manufacturer is working to nurture a clean energy initiative in Japan and globally.

The initial focus comes in the Land of the Rising Sun. Nissan announced today that 2018 LEAF owners in that country qualify for the free installation of solar panels. The unique offer comes via a partnership between Ecosystem Japan and the automaker, with the goal of achieving the use of 100% clean energy to power the all-new electric vehicle. Anyone that signs up for a qualifying plan will receive the system, which can then be leveraged to juice up their EV.

The 2018 LEAF itself brings the prospect of clean energy usage outside of Japan and to the rest of the world, including within Seattle when the car releases early next year. The new vehicle adopts a maximum driving range of 150 miles on only one charge. Additionally, the all-electric engine produces a healthy 147 horses and 236-lb.-ft. of torque.

Contact us today to hear more about the LEAF and any clean energy initiatives Nissan may have cooking for the United States!

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Seattle Nissan Enthusiasts Look Eagerly to CES 2018
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(Posted on Dec 24, 2017 at 07:54AM by Billy Kirk)

Youâ€™ve heard us chatting about the Consumer Electronics Show in this space before, and today we wanted to bring all you tech enthusiasts a little more information about the Japanese automakerâ€™s scheduled appearance this upcoming year. The Las Vegas event, set to kick off on January 9, will mark the reiteration of the manufacturerâ€™s commitment to Intelligent Mobility as well as the U.S. debut of the IMx concept vehicle.

One of the technologies Nissan will have on display at CES 2018 is their ProPILOT Assist. Itâ€™s a progressive adaptive cruise control system thatâ€™s set to move the industry forward with its inclusion on upcoming vehicles, including the all-new LEAF. It imbues an automobile with the ability to automatically manage its distance from any car traveling ahead, selectively braking to maintain proper separation. However, it also keeps the machine centered within its lane, adjusting steering as necessary. Fantastic!â€¨â€¨

The IMx concept vehicle is set to wow, too. It offers fully autonomous driving via its PD mode. With that selected, the wheel stows away, all seats recline, and the computer takes over completely. Nissanâ€™s wonder car automatically takes you to your destination, accelerating, braking, and steering all the way.

Call us at Kirkland Nissan today to hear more about CES 2018!

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Nissan LEAF News

10,000 Europeans Order 2018 Nissan LEAF Ahead of Seattle Release
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(Posted on Dec 24, 2017 at 12:49AM by Billy Kirk)

The all-electric Nissan LEAF is an incredible zero-emissions vehicle thatâ€™s been completely redesigned for 2018, offering brand new performance and intelligence features. Accordingly, consumers are voting with their wallets. A total of 10,000 customers have already pre-ordered the car ahead of next year.

Since its unveiling in October 2017, the 2018 LEAF has received unprecedented interest. Orders for the first EV in the line back in 2010 only numbered in the hundreds. It was, after all, unproven technology. However, there has been a five-fold increase in purchases since 2012, with 83,000 drivers now on the road.

The 10,000 orders in Europe alone come ahead of the LEAFâ€™s release in February 2018. Consumers in Seattle will be eager to get in on the fun, too, as the new car features a number of advancements. Included among these is ProPILOT Advanced Driving Assistance, which monitors vehicles traveling ahead and automatically breaks and centers itself within the lane as necessary. Additionally, the EV boasts a 150-mile rangeâ€¨ and the convenience of ePedal technology. This system enables owners to stop, start, accelerate and brake using only one input.

Call Kirkland Nissan to place an order for the 2018 LEAF today!

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Seattle Watches Eagerly as European 2018 LEAF Production Begins
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(Posted on Dec 19, 2017 at 08:50PM by Billy Kirk)

Get ready, Seattle and North America! The all-new 2018 Nissan LEAF is almost here, scheduled for a release early this year in this territory. However, in the interim, aficionados on our side of the pond can look on eagerly as production has kicked off on the zero-emissions wonder car in the United Kingdom.â€¨â€¨

Nissan announced this week that the very first LEAF EVs are coming out of the plant in Sunderland, UK. The initial vehicles will be delivered to European customers in February. Each will be imbued with the latest technology, including improvements over the 2017 model in regards to design, driver assistance, and range.

â€¨â€¨The new LEAF delivers a range of 150 miles on a single battery charge, with performance increased to a total of 147 horses and 236-lb.-ft. of torque. Thereâ€™s also intelligent design throughout. ProPILOT Advanced Driving Assistance monitors surrounding vehicles and automatically controls the distance to the automobile traveling ahead, as well as centering the car within the lane. Additionally, the new e-Pedal is standard on all models. It enables operators to start, stop, increase and decrease speed by using only the accelerator, simplifying the experience.

Call us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle now to hear more about the 2018 LEAF!

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Seattle Looks on as Nissan Begins Global Virtual Power Plant Project
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(Posted on Dec 16, 2017 at 06:37AM by Billy Kirk)

â€¨â€¨Nissan has announced a partnership with TEPCO to begin a virtual power plant study. The project will first take place in Japan, although the company hopes to bring the initiative worldwide in the future.â€¨â€¨

TEPCO employees will utilize the e-NV200 electrical commercial van for the project, while Nissanâ€™s own staff will turn to the zero-emissions LEAF. Starting this past week and running until the end of January, participants will be instructed to only charge their EVs when demand on the local power grid is low. The study will then assess how closely each individual alters their routine when they choose to â€œjuice upâ€ their cars.

The project will utilize existing infrastructure and leverage Nissanâ€™s telematics system, a service that caters to LEAF and EV owners by enabling the remote monitoring of their vehicles via a smartphone app. The hypothesis is that power demand fluctuations on the grid will be mitigated if participants adhere to the charging instructions. All data collected will help to ascertain the most efficient electric car usage, with the intent to eventually create virtual plants worldwide as part of a smart-energy society.â€¨â€¨

As a reminder, the 2018 LEAF is poised to advance all-electric design when it releases in North America later this year. The new 40-kilowatt lithium-ion battery provides 150 miles of driving range, and the motor generates 147 HP and 236-lb.-ft. of torque.

Call us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle to learn more!

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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 Nissanâ€™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 namedÂ â€œBest Small Family Car.â€

The distinction comes courtesy of the Next Green Car Awards 2017, which recognizes the most environmentally friendly automobiles that debuted in the United Kingdom overÂ 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 rangeâ€”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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