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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 Dubaiâ€™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 manufacturerâ€™s upcoming plans!

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Nissan LEAF News

2018 Nissan LEAF to Offer Seattle Drivers Both Performance and Affordability
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(Posted on Nov 25, 2017 at 10:19PM by Billy Kirk)

Weâ€™ve covered the 2018 Nissan LEAFâ€™s upcoming performance in great detail, but did you realize how affordable this all-electric vehicle is relative to its technology? The hatchback is a sensational car that is prepared to get only better.

The performance for the 2018 Nissan LeafÂ is assured. Even the base model of the vehicle will achieve 150 miles of range, which represents an improvement of 43 miles over the 2017 model. This is managed via a 40-kilowatt lithium-ion battery. And speed is in abundance, too. The electric engine on this impressive car supplies 147 HP and 236-lb.-ft. of torque.

Despite eclipsing the previous variant in power and range, the 2018 LEAF will come in at an extremely reasonable price of only $30,875. Notably, that includes the destination charge. This means that not only is it a performance wonder, but it also manages to shockingly arrive at a lower entry point than the 2017 model. Sensational!â€¨

For more on the 2018 LEAF and all its advantages, donâ€™t hesitate to call us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle!

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Nissan Continues to Prep to Meet Year 2022 Goals in Seattle and Beyond
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(Posted on Nov 25, 2017 at 09:33PM by Billy Kirk)

Nissan has some lofty goals in the next six years. The Japanese automaker, in conjunction with Renault and Mitsubishi, recently birthed an â€œAlliance 2022â€ strategy. The mission? To guide the behemoth into the future with an aggressive line of tactics that include a strong focus on electric automobile technology.

The strategy, as outlined by chairman and CEO of the Renault Nissan Mitsubishi Alliance, Carlos Ghosn, introduces the following measures:

The development of commonly shared, scalable electric car platforms
The creation of electric engines and batteries for vehicles including the LEAF
The reduction of battery costs by 30-percent
The introduction of batteries with greater than 372 miles of range
The design of plug-in hybrid powertrains expressly developed for larger vehicles
A shared cloud platform that will manage data across various interfaces
A deployment of a total of 12 electric cars Self-driving systems for more than 40 models of cars

While the planned measures are aggressive, at Kirkland Nissan of Seattle, we believe they are within reach in the aforementioned 2022 timeframe. Exciting times lie ahead!

Give us a call to learn more about â€œAlliance 2022!â€

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Nissan Pathfinder News

Futuristic Sweat-Sensing Seat Technology Could Help Seattle Drivers
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(Posted on Nov 25, 2017 at 08:45PM by Billy Kirk)

Everyone understands the perils that come with drunk driving, but hereâ€™s a little known but related fact: Operating a vehicle under the influence of not enough water carries its own hazards. And Nissan wants to fight the problems associated with dehydration while behind the wheel via awareness brought through new sweat-sensing seat technology.

According to a 2015 study by the European Hydration Institute, drivers that only took approximately a sip of water before operating a vehicle were at risk of making twice as many mistakes as properly hydrated travelers. The number of errors made equated to roughly the kind of performance seen in individuals under the influence of a 0.08-percent blood alcohol content (BAC) level. Shocking, right?

As a result of this revelation, late this year Nissan teamed with Drooq to create a new seating materialâ€”SOAK coating. It changes color when coming in contact with a driverâ€™s sweat, turning yellow to indicate the passenger should rehydrate. Conversely, it alters to blue to give an â€œall clear.â€ While this new tech isnâ€™t currently planned for any production vehicles, future cars from the Japanese manufacturer (including, perhaps, the beloved Pathfinder) could always introduce it.

Call Kirkland Nissan in Seattle at any time to learn more!

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Nissanâ€™s Revolutionary VC-Turbo Engine Set to Shake Up Seattle, World
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(Posted on Nov 25, 2017 at 08:02PM by Billy Kirk)

Weâ€™ve brought you the initial announcement details regarding the VC-Turbo engineâ€”one of Nissanâ€™s forthcoming technologies designed to revolutionize conventional internal combustion motorsâ€”and now we want to take a moment to dive deeper into what the upcoming motor will offer.Â

Slated to appear on a new Infinity QX50 SUV that will first be seen at a November 28th Los Angeles media event, the VC-Turbo utilizes a variable compression ratio system that boosts thermal efficiency of the motor. This will allow future Nissan vehicles, likely including models such as the Murano, to generate more power from a single unit of fuel.

Fresh details on the VC-Turbo reveal that it will utilize fresh software and electronics to achieve its more optimal compression ratios. This solves many of the issues presented by todayâ€™s conventional gasoline engines. Specifically, the new motor will replace bigger 3.5-liter models in the Japanese automakerâ€™s lineup,Â instead existing as an intelligently designed, turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder.

If weâ€™ve piqued your interest with this talk of new technologies set to change the way Seattle drives, feel free to contact us at Kirkland Nissan at any time to discover more details!

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Nissan Pathfinder News

Nissan Hopes to Bring New Internal Combustion Engine to Seattle Vehicles
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(Posted on Nov 25, 2017 at 07:35PM by Billy Kirk)

Gasoline-fueled engines arenâ€™t dead yet. Nissan, a leader in the all-electric movement, hasnâ€™t lost their faith in the virtues of the classic motor configuration. Instead, the Japanese automaker is poised to introduce new internal combustion technologies expressly designed to prolong its shelf life.

Head of Nissanâ€™s gasoline engine project group, Shinichi Kiga, says that one of their forthcoming internal combustion engine technologies is scheduled for debut in Los Angeles on Nov. 28th at a media event. The variable compression ratio system will first see its introduction via a new Infinity QX50 sport utility vehicle, although itâ€™s likely other machines, including the Pathfinder, will benefit in the future.

The variable compression ratio system will be integrated as part of the VC-Turbo engine included under the hood of the refreshed QX50. This motor stands apart from current setups thanks to its heightened thermal efficiency, which refers to how much â€œoomphâ€ a power plant produces from a single unit of fuel. Instead of the 20- to 30-percent efficiency average commonly seen today, the technology is set to deliver a maximum of approximately 40-percent.

Call us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle to learn more and keep an eye on this page for further details!

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Nissan TITAN, a Seattle Fan Favorite, Brings Relief to the Florida Keys
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(Posted on Nov 25, 2017 at 05:22PM by Billy Kirk)

Itâ€™s remarkable and uplifting to see the country come together following natural disasters and thatâ€™s exactly what happened following the destruction caused by Hurricane Irma. While relief efforts occurred far and wide, Hilary Hutcheson, a top fly-fishing guide out of Montana, turned to the power and utility of the Nissan TITAN to assist communities in the Florida Keys.

In conjunction with the Florida Keys Fishing Guidesâ€™ Association, Hutcheson used the 2017 Nissan TITAN to haul debris by the truckload out of communities. She wasnâ€™t alone, eitherâ€”quite a numberÂ of locales and regional personalities joined in, including Bill Becker, radio host. He chose not to evacuate during Hurricane Irma in an effort to keep citizens abreast of all that was happening.

For her part, Hutcheson was inspired by her own experience surviving the ravages of Montanaâ€™s recent wildfires. She lost nine days of guiding, while those in the Florida Keys lost approximately 30. Thus, in a continued effort to give back, Hutcheson wasnâ€™t done after her initial 24 hours of TITAN-assisted cleanup. She also spent the weekend in a fly fishing tournament to raise money for those impacted by Irma.

At Kirkland Nissan in Seattle, we wish all the best in the future to those affected by Hurricane Irma.

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Nissan GT-R News

Nissan GT-R Nismo Rebuilt at the Spa 24-Hour Race
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(Posted on Nov 23, 2017 at 04:05PM by Michelle Bogle)

During the 2017 Spa 24-Hour Race in Belgium, the unthinkable happened to the Nissan GT-R Nismo team. No. 22, driven by Matt Simmons, Struan Moore and Matthew Parry, caught a puncture during practice in the Eau Rouge corner, causing the race car to plummet into the wall at 100 mph.Â

Thankfully, the driver was okay, but the GT-R Nismo was not. Rather than accept defeat, the team had 41 hours to completely rebuild the car before the race. They were up for the challenge.

Watch the drama unfold in Nissanâ€™s latest 22-minute mini-documentary about this yearâ€™s most recent Spa 24-Hour Race:

Despite the teamâ€™s successful attempt at rebuilding the vehicle, No. 22 only managed to muster up a 30th-place finish in the endurance contest. However, the teamâ€™s grit, stamina and perseverance were certainly podium worthy in the eyes of GT-R Nismo fans.Â

Want to experience the motorsports-inspired performance of the 2017 GT-R? If so, contact us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle, Washington to schedule a test drive or click here to browse our in-stock models.Â

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Nissan LEAF News

New Nissan Leaf Debuts at Guangzhou Auto Show Prior to Seattle, WA Release
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(Posted on Nov 22, 2017 at 02:34PM by Michelle Bogle)

The all-new, zero-emission Leaf is making its China debut this week at the 15th annual Guangzhou Auto Show. It will be on display along with Nissanâ€™s Vmotion 2.0 concept car and the Venucia T70 â€“ a brand that is part of Nissanâ€™s joint venture with Chinese company Dongfeng Venucia Motor Co.

The new Leaf recently premiered in Japan to much excitement from automotive and EV enthusiasts alike. It offers a greater range (150 miles), advanced driver assist technologies and a cutting-edge design â€“ all of which enhance the Leafâ€™s overall enjoyment, connectivity and performance. The Leaf also comes standard with ProPILOT autonomous driving technology, ProPILOT Park and e-Pedal.

Nissan recently brought the EV to Seattle, Washington to give curious fans a closer look. Hereâ€™s Tom Voelk from Driven Car Reviews with a preview of the world's most talked about electric car:

To date, the Nissan Leaf is already the best-selling EV in the world with 300,000 units sold worldwide in 49 countries. The 2018 model is currently available in Japan, but is expected to arrive on North American soil in early 2018.

To pre-book your test drive in the all-new Leaf, be sure to contact us at Kirkland Nissan today. You can also browse our online inventory, which offers a wide selection of new and preowned models.

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Nissan LEAF News

2018 Nissan Leaf Named Motor Trend Car of the Year Contender
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(Posted on Nov 20, 2017 at 04:16PM by Michelle Bogle)

The 2018 Nissan Leaf hasnâ€™t even hit North American roads, but thatâ€™s not stopping the EV from raking up accolades and honors. It was recently named a contender for Motor Trendâ€™s Car of the Year, which is an annual award given by the magazine to acknowledge the best new or significantly refreshed cars.

The 2018 Leaf was recognized for its attractive aerodynamic design, superb semi-autonomous driving option, and amazing pricing, as well as its 150-mile range from the 40-kW-hr battery.Â

This includes one of the Leafâ€™s newest features called ProPILOT Assist. According to Nissan, this technology relieves driver workload by reducing the amount of driver acceleration, steering, and braking input under certain conditions. Then there is e-Pedal â€“ another innovative technology that lets drivers start, accelerate, decelerate and stop by increasing or decreasing the pressure applied to the accelerator. When the accelerator is fully released, regenerative and friction brakes are applied automatically, bringing the Leaf to a complete stop.

Watch this video to learn more:
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Are you excited to get behind the wheel of a 2018 Leaf? We sure are! The new Nissan Leaf is currently on sale in Japan, but will be arriving at dealerships in North America and Western Europe over the next two months. As soon as we have inventory, we will be sure to notify our customers so that you can schedule a test drive in this award-winning EV.

In the meantime, we have many new and preowned models in stock at our dealership. Click here to browse our online inventory or visit us at 11930 124th Ave NE in Seattle, Washington.

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